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What Academic Path Leads to a Career in Metrology?
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Is this enough of a reason to take up Mechanical Engineering?
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Schools Best US Universities: UC Davis, CU Boulder, UT Dallas, UIUC, UW Madison & More
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Programs What would you think of a statistics major?
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What advice do you have for incoming math and physics majors in college?
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Courses How many physics and math courses would you take each semester?
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Schools Research in field other than graduate school specialization?
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Programs Mathematics degree not going too well advice needed.
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Armchair physicist here - What math book should I read after Mary L Boas?
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Maths for Postgraduate String Theory: Analysis, Algebra, or Topology?
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Physics or Electrical Engineering
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Overcome Dyscalculia & WM: Learn Math as an Adult
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Programs Useful CS classes for an Applied Math major
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Schools Advice on taking ODE without calc III (goal is math grad school)
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Funtcions and functions and applications
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Tips for AP Physics from Experienced Students
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Should I Wait Until Completing Calculus 2 to Take Physics 1?
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Programs Can I do a PhD in physics after engineering?
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Schools Pointers needed in getting into physics grad school
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Considering leaving the science field
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Schools Truly Needing Academic Guidance to Prep for Grad School
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Is there a program to help me plan my class schedule?
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Schools Studying Physics in Australia: Undergraduate & Graduate Considerations
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Schools Applying to Grad Schools Question
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Personal introduction, OSU student.
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The problem of forgetting in learning
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Programs Looking for Guidance: Physics Major-Math Minor
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Math/FARM or CS at Waterloo: Which program offers better career options?
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UF cuts computer science department
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Advice for a late-start ME student
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Programs Pursuing a PhD at a small or new program
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Testing Top Recommended GRE Prep Books for General and Physics Exams
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Schools Transcripts and Physics Grad School
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EE, BioE, Signals, and Research Projects
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Choosing math courses for theoretical/mathematical physics (grad school)
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Is it normal to forget most previously learned material?
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Programs Reviewing elementary mathematics for physics major
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Reading Mathematical Theorems And Their Proofs
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Programs Going back for second degree in Physics with some questions
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MEMS device research between EE/Physics/Math
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Courses Questions regarding this course.
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Electrical vs. mechanical (engineering)
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Programs Physics/Math double major, or take the math minor?
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Is quantum chemistry more theory heavy compared to chemical engineering?
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Do I really like physics? is this normal?
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Schools Is Chemistry Required for Computer Science Engineering?
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Schools What Educational Path Should I Follow to Become an Astrophysicist in the UK?
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Advice on Undergraduate Education.
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Is Rote Learning the Only Way to Effectively Memorize Complex Information?
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PhD Lineage? Anyone traced their's?
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5-Week Summer Classes- Bad Idea?
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Navigating a Grade Situation: Tips from a Student Who Messed Up
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Studying Example Books For College Level Courses
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Programs Any physics majors feel too dumb to be majoring in physics?
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Schools Preparing for University Math: Tips for Mastering Proofs
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Schools Grad School Dilemma: Should I Learn Astrophysics or Particle Physics Myself?
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Best undergrad field of study for a career in Corrosion engineering
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When should I graduate from college? Considering grad school and other factors
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Studying Engineering Materials Recommended Textbook
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How to avoid missing important concepts while self-teaching math?
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Courses Which of these math courses important for physics?
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Applied or Pure Math: Which is More Beneficial for a Chemistry Major?
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What to do when you know the project you're working on is going to fail
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MSc Physics: PhD & NET/GATE Options After Distance Ed.
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Studying Self Studying AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
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Brushing up on calc to prepare for QM
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What Maths Topics Are in Year 2 Physics?
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Need Some Sage Advice for a 6-year physics undergrad
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Engineering Mechanics vs Mechanical Engineering?
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HELP-how to make career in applied physics
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UF students/faculty please advise (transfer question)
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Studying What are recommended resources for studying quantum mechanics for the PGRE?
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Programs How hard is a Phd in Mathematics in mit?
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Is telematics the right path for me?
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The difference between analysis and statistics as they relate to physics
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Is Point-Set Topology Useful for Physics Majors?
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How is Tufts for undergraduate mathematics?
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What's a good field to combine with molecular biology and biochemistry?
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Merging Mech. Engineering & Chemistry for work in the Military Sectoror
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Back to School: Refreshing Math for 25yo
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Start Learning Physics and Astronomy for 14-Year-Olds
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Guidance for pursuing higher studies in physics
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Okay to take Linear Algebra and Calc 3 in the summer?
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Does This Schedule Look Too Heavy For A Freshman EE Student?
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Hamiltonian and lagrangian mechanics
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Testing Should I Give Up and Turn in My Final Exam Now or Keep Working on It?
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Struggles of a Top Student: My Journey from High Achiever to Unemployment
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Computational Physics: Should I Get a BS or BA?
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Quantum electronics/communication project ideas
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Testing Which Specialisation Should I Choose: Theoretical Physics or Theoretical CS?
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This is my dilemma Can you help me please?
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Schools Grad school with a significant other
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Programs Math Minor for MSE in Comp. Engineering
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Schools Desk Top vs. Laptop for first year grad school in physics
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Admissions What is the best time to apply for a PhD in Physics at US universities?
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Can I get into a good mathematics graduate program?
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MCAT Prep: Is it Possible to Earn a Decent Score with Few Prerequisites?
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Physics undergrad to Optics grad
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Vector review for electromagnetics
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Need some guidance in learning multivar calculus
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