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Masters in Optics: Pros & Cons for Physics Majors

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Programs To double major or to not double major.

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Courses What is a good course load for PE?

  • k4br0ntx
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What Are the Best Introductory Astrophysics Books for Beginners?

  • Lexie_AT
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Columbia, Chicago, or Cornell for undergraduate physics or engineering?

  • richardc
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Why are physics problem sets so depressing?

  • Michael12345
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Top traits essential for a physicist?

  • Nano-Passion
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How much Computer Science do physicists learn?

  • kweba
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Preparing for Analysis: Is My Background in Calculus Sufficient?

  • stefan10
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Schools Best colleges for undergraduate CIS Programs in MO?

  • kieth89
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Do professional mathematicians remember all the proofs they come across?

  • Group_Complex
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Tips for Studying Physics and Improving Understanding

  • spock9000
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Should I Reconsider My Physics Major?

  • jeremmed77
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Where can I go with a degree in mathematical physics?

  • moneytin
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Programs Which Degree Combination is Optimal for My Future Career?

  • kimisizer
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Should I Delay My Engineering Classes Due to Poor Ratings?

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Schools Which university is the best for a physics degree

  • Sofie1990
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Preparing for Calculus on the GRE Exam

  • jppike
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How Can I Pursue a Career in Medicine with Physics Skills?

  • MrDocat
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Programs Probability from EE or Pure Math department? EE major

  • DrummingAtom
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Should non-experts read research papers?

  • adamq1
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How can I improve my math skills and grades?

  • Roman Legion
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Scientific Research in the Field of Physics

  • SHISHKABOB
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Academia vs Industry: Pros & Cons

  • gravenewworld
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Schools Does Your GPA in Grad School Really Matter?

  • Geezer
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Graduate after 3 years bachelors

  • dpa
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Is Teaching a Viable Field for Physics Graduates?

  • QuarkCharmer
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Schools Grad school-biophysics vs physics w/ biophys emphasis

  • jbrussell93
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Advises before a first experience of research in theoretical physics

  • IRobot
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Admissions Grad Admissions: How Much Does Sub-Department Matter?

  • tapieoca
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Ideas for work experience for Chem. Eng, E.E. or physics?

  • rollcast
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What can a good physicist/mathematician do?

  • MrDocat
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Is Linear Algebra needed for PDEs?

  • jessfalling
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Schools Choosing a thesis in graduate school + adviser

  • dankshu
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Bachelor's in Physics: Jobs with Just a Bachelor's?

  • leroyjenkens
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When did these math branches reach their peak of development?

  • dijkarte
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How to get more people in the community interested in math and science?

  • Nano-Passion
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Mastering Algebra for Physics for College Students

  • Flustered
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Thinking of transferring (Mech. Eng.)

  • ZenOne
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Schools Horrendous grades, any hope for phys grad school?

  • hopelessss
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Courses What's a typical course load for grad student

  • Robert1986
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Should I stick it out in EE with weak-ish math?

  • BuddhaBelly34
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Can my adviser stop me from graduating?

  • priyansh
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Courses Will a Machine Language Course Benefit My Computational Physics Emphasis?

  • tmbrwlf730
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Math Graduate programs any advice?

  • RicciFlow
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Programs Is it wise to major in mathematics if I want to pursue a masters in economics?

  • happyhiker
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Getting a PhD Abroad: GRE, Tips & Challenges

  • Swlabr1
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Badly written (published) articles?

  • nonequilibrium
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Programs Is Physics the Right Major for Me?

  • mermer
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Programs Math major can I still redeem myself?

  • SMA_01
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Should I take a semester off to

  • Miike012
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AP vs. IB: Advice from High Schoolers on Benefits & Admissions

  • theginger
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Is it wise to take Molecular Biology without taking Genetics?

  • AstroWave
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Lower Division Linear Algebra Vs Upper Divison?

  • MathWarrior
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How do some get into research at Uni?

  • arianabedi
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Schools Pros & Cons of Power vs. Communications for Electrical Engineering

  • interxavier
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Almost done with 1st year of physics, doing really well, but

  • torquemada
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Mechanical, Electrical Engineering and the Future

  • MechGuy
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Programs Debt vs. Longer time to get degree

  • PhizKid
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Is Physical Education Necessary for Becoming a Scientist?

  • eax
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Overcoming Math & Physics Struggles to Pursue a Career in Chemistry

  • milliex51
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Proofs, Exercises & Mathematica - Training the same skills?

  • Kolmin
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Programs Which engineering degree that makes a difference

  • Kinermatics
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How Can I Improve My Performance in Physics?

  • Prototype44
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Prerequisites for graduate algebra

  • battousai
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Deciding whether or not to re-take Linear Algebra

  • srfriggen
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Do Hard Work and Starting Young Determine Intellectual Superiority?

  • absurdist
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Senior thesis, or finish work on REU project?

  • 764527
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Admissions How to Cope with College Admission Rejections and Pressure?

  • Scintillation
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Physics & Programming: Dual Majoring in MEV

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Programs Physics PhD with a b.sc from a different field? (Australia)

  • Miscing
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Schools How should I handle my university dropping me from a crucial course?

  • QuarkCharmer
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Programs Scientific Computing / Simulation and Modeling Degrees?

  • MathWarrior
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Biology, Economics, Computing or French

  • rollcast
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Ph.D. in Computer Science in Germany

  • roots
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Where Can I Find a Summer Statics Class for My ChemE Student?

  • SharonJ
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Need Information about statics class offered online?

  • jbutle54
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Schools How do I choose a good university for myself?

  • titaniumpen
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Calc III and diff equations or LA

  • kinof
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Skeptical about undergraduate research

  • Miviato
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Good with math, but poor with physics?

  • -Dragoon-
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What Should a Triple Math Major Do After College?

  • couldbeworse
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What do electrical engineers do vs computer scientists?

  • MathWarrior
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Physics Self-Study: Where to Start and What to Read?

  • Tri
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Difference Between Honors and Regular Math Classes

  • nickadams
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Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering?

  • Mastermosley
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Courses Open Courseware, Youtube, and other resources

  • Illuminerdi
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What Are the Prerequisites for Understanding Game Theory?

  • woundedtiger4
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Where Can I Take General Physics II in Summer I?

  • tuc32597
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Schools Nanoscale Engineering at University of Maryland: Worth It?

  • cjw21
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Rejected from all REUs, worried about the implications

  • twofu
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Courses Doing well in graduate physics courses

  • nsatya
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Schools Very concerned about transferring to four year university

  • Rana13
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Chemical, material, or electrical engineering?

  • shami_02
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Schools How important is foreign language for math (graduate school)?

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