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Languages needed in aerospace/aeronautics industry

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Importance of research area as an undergrad

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I'm not sure what I want to do with my life

  • Domnomial
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Schools Unsure of what to do in college

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Keys for Using Maths Effectively

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Programs Navigating the UK PhD Admissions Process: Tips for American Undergraduates

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How to Ace College Finals: Strategies for Understanding Your Subjects

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Programs Physics vs Technical Physics (Bachelor's degree)

  • Savipats
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Should I Switch from Chemical Physics to Geophysics?

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Programs Which degree for a future entrepreneur?

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Schools What happens if you are absent from college?

  • Bipolarity
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Schools How much the previous university matters while applying to graduate program?

  • MadAtom
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Schools Taking an honors physics class at a local university while in high school.

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Texas Republican Party 2012 Education platform

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How does one look up physics papers in a bibliography?

  • Eriatarka
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Internship, Moroccan Universities, and Graduate School: My Story

  • airer
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Programs How Does The PhD Production Process Explain University Departmental Behavior?

  • Bipolarity
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Mastering both and experimental and theoretical physics

  • R D
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Schools Graduate School Prospects - I have no idea

  • Pilgrimman
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Interest in Linear algebra and Differential Equations?

  • hivesaeed4
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Quantum physics and quantum mechanics

  • Luke77
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Did anyone else feel this way when taking Calculus?

  • Mangoes
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Do I have to know all the euclidean elements proofs?

  • simpy
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Schools Is double major possible in graduate school?

  • olipoli_386
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Master's and Ph.Ds in UK and Europe.

  • Darth Frodo
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Renewable Energy- I have a Dream

  • bkvitha
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Courses Should I take AP Physics without ever having taken a physics course?

  • Concavity
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Deciding on a Specialty: When to Choose Your Math Dissertation Topic

  • Robert1986
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Angry with so much time spent studying

  • daigo
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Worried About Selected Graduate Research Topic

  • Aero51
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Schools Resuming Second Bachelors: Columbia GS or City College of NY, CUNY (CCNY)?

  • unitcircle
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Interested in hydrology/hydrogeology. What do I do next?

  • intelart
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How Can I Stay More Focused After Failing a Module?

  • TronicGuy
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Choosing a Specialty in Physics: Is Age a Barrier?

  • plife
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Programs Physics PhD programs WITHOUT formal coursework

  • the_kid
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IIT-B Engineering Physics or IISc BS?

  • Reese95
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Transferring junior needs some guidance from PF.

  • ozone
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Schools Graduate school for math, Industry job outlook?

  • WormBanshee
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Schools What are the legal ramifications for not showing up to grad school?

  • wayward_aries
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What's a good order to take upper division math classes?

  • lus1450
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Courses More Maths or Physics Courses as an Physics undergrad?

  • xiebrop
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Schools Do most schools require a science other than Physics for Physics majors?

  • PhizKid
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No-Name MS to Prestigious P.h.D?

  • blaughli
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Programs What major to choose for mechanics/electronics/physics?

  • rockymegaman
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Copyright Policy Inquiry: Sharing Journal Articles via Email and Forums

  • Boston_Guy
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Most useful language for math/physics

  • the_kid
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Becoming a physics professor(lecturer,teacher)

  • tejas
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Learning condensed matter with a high-energy background

  • IRobot
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Effective Study Breaks: Any Tips or Tricks?

  • Ans426
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Should I Take Calculus-Based Physics in Cegep?

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Schools What graduate school opportunities will I have?

  • AUPhysEng
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Studying Studying Abroad: English Bachelor Programs in Europe.

  • aiisshsaak
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Schools Grad School Advice: Get Expert Tips & Improve Stats

  • mkhader
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How Can a High School Sophomore Excel in Quantum and Cosmological Physics?

  • Cpac73322
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Is a Masters Program at SFSU a Good Choice for Aspiring Physicists?

  • blaughli
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Is There a Better Way to Learn Math Efficiently?

  • babysnatcher
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Programs PhD in observational astrophysics

  • tenchotomic
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Publishing a Comment for AP Chemistry Experiment

  • PSK31
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Possible to learn physics all online?

  • TheKracken
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Programs Scope of PhD((or MS/PhD from US)) in A&A?

  • PriyankB
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Programs Starting a degree all over again

  • Aitch bar
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How to request for a research position?

  • YKnot
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Does the regular GRE matter for physics?

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Transferring to CA School to Finish Undergrad - Private or Public?

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Programs Can I opt to take modern physics as major for M.sc?

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Self-Taught Calculus: Best Books to Master It

  • oziemaster
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How do I get better at teaching myself

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Programs Minor to go with double major in math and CS

  • TylerH
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Schools Relocating to the U.S. for grad school? Does this make sense for me?

  • TeacupPig
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What else can I do with a BS in Mathematics?

  • ZappBrannigan
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Choosing between Economics and Physics

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Which Book Should I Use to Study Quantum Mechanics for My Comprehensive Exam?

  • dark.scalar
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Programs Will my medical degree make a difference?

  • you_live_once
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Source of optics problems and solutions?

  • Cruikshank
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Best self study physics curriculum?

  • Super Kirei
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Courses Need help deciding on proper physics courses.

  • leehufford
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What's wrong with reusing essays?

  • Kazham
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Which Math Course is Easier and More Useful for a Computer Science Degree?

  • find_the_fun
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Programs Physics/Comp Math vs. Physics/Comp Sci double major

  • Gfrant
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Interested in physics, but find math boring.

  • AndromedaRXJ
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Should I choose UBC or SFU for my undergrad in physics and astronomy?

  • jimmyly
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Would like some advice on graduate programs

  • trickslapper
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Materials Science vs. Materials Engineering

  • bublik13
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I want to understand the universe

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I have been out of school for years, can I still pick up where I left off ?

  • dmfernandez87
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Shadowing a Physicist: Is it Practical?

  • grantwilliams
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Can UF Requirements be pardoned?

  • Retic
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Schools Graduate School for Mathematics or Computer Science?

  • markiv
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Take Computer Science before Numerical Analysis?

  • SMA_01
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Programs Is a Double Major Worth It for Physics Grad School and Job Applications?

  • PCSL
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Is Theoretical Physics the Right Career Path for Me?

  • cyndanova
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If you Don't have a good grade in Physics?

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Schools Trouble in Discrete math will it affect my graduate school opportunities?

  • Hercuflea
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How can I gain practical proficiency in FEM for a career in FEA?

  • bda23
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Geophysical or Petroleum Engineering?

  • mcdowellmg
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Navigating a Career in Engineering/Physics after Naval Academy Service

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