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Schools Can You Get into Physics Grad School with a BA?

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Courses Real analysis and Integration course for EE

  • serhannn
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Internship debate Astro theory/Hep-Exp

  • LBloom
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What Are the Best Business Fields for Creative Mathematics?

  • ssayani87
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Schools Going to grad school but graduating in fall 2012 - my story

  • Fellowroot
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Terminology (what constitutes an undergrad institution)

  • Nano-Passion
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Schools Earth Science/Planetary Science Grad School Thread

  • Simfish
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Programs Is Mechatronics too focused for an undergraduate degree?

  • theBEAST
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Schools How good is edinburgh university astrophysics department?

  • lijothomas465
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Finding the Force Concept Inventory

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Programs Preparing to apply for computer science as first degree

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How important is geometry if I want to study theoretical physics

  • ace frehley
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CS, Math, Statistics where to go from here?

  • Intervenient
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Choosing a University for an AA in Physics & Astrophysics

  • Drotzer
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Learn Rigorous Mathematics - Time Management Tips

  • mathsciguy
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Academic Future _ advising needed

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Programs Math Degree: Bridging the Gap and Understanding Calculus

  • bonfire09
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MASt and subsequent MPhil at Cambridge?

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Hello everyone this is my first post on PhysicsForums

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Progression to prepare for analysis

  • system1834
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2nd Bachelors at top school vs Masters at not so top

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What Academic Path Should I Choose for a Career in Renewable Energy?

  • echandler
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Is My Peer Review Taking Longer Than Usual?

  • Agerhell
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Concepts of Planar Kinematics of a Rigid Body

  • cs23
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Courses Physics Course Grades: KU Student's Experience

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Programs Is a Double Major in EE and Physics Worth an Extra Semester?

  • bronchuck
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What Are Some Inspiring Student Success Stories?

  • Monster92
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What resources are available for a beginner in computer science and physics?

  • zoiberg137
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Courses Math needed to start taking physics courses?

  • russnmikayla
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Which Career Path Should I Choose: Math, Engineering, or Premed?

  • happyguy
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Computer Engineering vs Computer Science ?

  • Aspire
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What Are the Best New Study Techniques?

  • PhantomPower
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Physics 1 projectile motion and Electrical Engineering

  • LearninDaMath
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Schools How do I decide between pursuing a graduate degree in math or physics?

  • Fellowroot
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Three questions about my future (4th-year looking for advice)

  • elemental09
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Schools Can I Become a Theoretical Physicist After Starting at Community College?

  • Toga_Party
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Is Eagle Scout Worth It? Personal Experiences and Career Impact

  • Learning Curve
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Get Bored Easily? Math Struggles & Learning Fast

  • iRaid
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Is a Career in Statistics, Actuarial, and Financial Mathematics Right for Me?

  • Government$
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Programs What are the job prospects for majors in Maths and CompSci?

  • Centaur
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Admissions Admission on EE in Caltech / Berkeley

  • zhaniko93
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I Think Math's the Life For Me Trouble is

  • alegria
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Where to do Cosmology or nanotechnology research over Summer in England

  • Changnoi
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Programs Physics Major: Should I transfer to UCLA or UCSB?

  • JJHK
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Programs I think I want to be a math major?

  • homeylova223
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Two Calc Classes in One Summer: Advise Me?

  • sushifan
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REU vs. Research at my school & taking classes

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Questions regarding obtaining a doctorate w/a felony

  • sculpt26
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Can a Slacker Become a Physicist?

  • D4V1D
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Where can I learn advanced Mathematics?

  • Ottahhh
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Overcoming Struggles in Physics as a 4th Year Major

  • kororaa
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US News Rankings: How Much Do They Matter for Graduate Programs?

  • PhDorBust
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Courses First course in numerical methods, struggling

  • Lavabug
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Programs Graphene Research Groups (PhDs, UK)

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Taking Nonlinear Optics/Ultrafast Physics without E&M?

  • warfarink
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Schools How to Pursue Physics After College: Advice Needed

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Drinking a Glass of Wine While Studying

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Where Can I Study Quantum Physics as a Pediatrician in Egypt?

  • Haytham
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Schools Senior Math Major: Reasonable to Transfer Schools Now?

  • IA700
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How Can I Finance a Second Bachelor's Degree?

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Courses What Advanced Math Courses Should a Tutor Pursue to Enhance Teaching Skills?

  • ccb138
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What Should I Do About an Unpaid Internship Interview?

  • CrimpJiggler
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Germany this year or USA next year? (Physics)

  • Mépris
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Can Old Vocational Classes Affect My University Applications?

  • Latecomer
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Queen's for Master's? Pros & Cons

  • Sabariel
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Trying to grasp physics in the 8th grade.

  • Soar
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How to Become a Scientist After High School?

  • suv1
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Invited Talks on a CV: Is it Necessary to Include Submitted Talks?

  • Pengwuino
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How do you tackle professors who only use slides?

  • huntflex
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Programs Are minor math mistakes a major problem for engineering students?

  • CrossFit415
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Programs Double majoring in all but name

  • kinof
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Rigorous classical education in the arts?

  • Mépris
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What does an invitation to an open house for a grad school mean?

  • natruim
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Schools Should Calc I be the intro math course in colleges?

  • Mépris
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Lecture videos of Theoretical physics

  • zahero_2007
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REU without Funding: International Student Perspectives

  • Obis
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Is What I'm Doing in Research Truly Research?

  • ank_gl
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Starting at CompSci first instead of Astro good path?

  • Transmogrific
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Comparing UCs and EPFL Physics for Undergrad Study

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I think I can be an engineer but mom doesn't

  • meshuganeh
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How to actually think through something

  • cs23
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I want to live by the water. (PetE)

  • y0nkers
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A peer-review system for the ArXiv?

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Programs Double Major in Physics and What?

  • zoiberg137
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Programs What Are My Options for Combining Physics and Engineering in a Degree?

  • cristycs
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Ways to improve my academic presentation skills

  • omoplata
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Schools Distance universities. How they work, etc?

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Schools Grad School Acceptance: Concerns Over Math Deficiency for String Theory

  • GeorgeThe4th
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Funding for Canadian Masters Student in Germany

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Schools Advice on a clerical error on grad school applications

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Physics advices for a mathematics student

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Schools Which Schools Near Boston Have Strong Physics Programs?

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Pursuing My Dream: A Physics Major Decision

  • absurdist
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Learning Independently: Strategies & Experiences

  • Mépris
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Does this potential fall semester schedule sound too intense?

  • sushifan
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What Does a Computational Physicist Do?

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Are people who are good in math good in physics as well?

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Programs Can a PhD in Atmosphere, Oceans and Climate Lead to Mathematics Jobs?

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