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Courses MAT224 or MAT244: Which is Easier for U of T Students?
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What is more important for theoretical physics: Complex analysis or EM II?
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UBC Honours Chem Student: Choose Chemistry or Physics?
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[engineering] transfering help what's the meaning of academic interest
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Programming Langauages for Research in Quantum Mechanics
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Schools Best Grad Schools for PDE and Probability and Math Subject Test
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Schools [Physics]Impact of Bs in Calculus 1-3 at Junior College
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Programs Is a master's degree in system's engineering worth it?
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Studying Dose Mathematicians understand their books?
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Programs Physics major vs mechanical engineering?
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Schools Math required for physics grad school
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Studying Taking calculus and have hard time understanding the textbook. Help .
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Is 30 too old to start an engineering career?
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Mechanical engineering if you hated Physics I (Mechanics)
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Taking Calc 2 in the summer - good or bad idea?
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How to Ace the TOEFL iBT: Tips and Resources for Brazilian Students"
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Schools Theoretical Physics grad school
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Schools Graduate school considerations for EE
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Programs Which major do i take if i want to learn how a computer works?
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Using Alternate Texts for Studying: Is it Common?
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Schools Transferring out of a community college to pursue a Physics Degree
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Advice on being mathematically prepared (QM Griffiths and Cosmology Ryden)
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Looking into Physics / Astrophysics is it to late?
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Additional Text for Optics Class
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Is a Bachelor's in Maths Worthwhile for Job Opportunities?
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Camp Euclid (and other math camps ?)
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Master's in electrical engineering after bachelor's in mechanical engineering?
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Abstract Algebra is it too much?
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Programs Is it possible to obtain 2 MSc degrees?
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Testing Boost Your SAT Math Score: Strategies for Improvement
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Schools Where Can I Find the Best Graduate School for Studying Gravity?
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Summer REU options for int'l students?
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Schools Engineering and Community College
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Is Studying Philosophy Worth the Investment?
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Electromagnetism test preparation for grade 12
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What is the best way to approach learning about space physics?
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What was your most challenging semester?
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Programs Pure math PhD going into the industry. What are the chances?
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Feelings of failure: a story of maturation
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Schools Finding the Right Canadian University for Physics Masters with Subpar Grades
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Deciding whether to audit, take the class, or take pass/fail
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Worried about modern science education
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Studying Would I struggle studying undergrad/physics?
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Should You Relax or Study Hard the Day Before a GCE Exam?
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QFFF at Imperial: Is It Right for Me?
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Programs Potential physics Major-consfused
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Undergraduate Research with poor grades
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Courses Is Computer Science the course for me (sorry, a bit extensive)?
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For SOP-detrimental to mention field that doesn't exist yet? (nanorobotics)
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Is Berkeley or Caltech a reasonable goal?
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Abstract Algebra for Physics undergrad
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How importent is Chemistry in physics?
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Which European Universities Offer Top Programs in High Energy Physics?
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Schools Russian Universities: Theoretical Physics Graduate Programs
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Programs What Major Should I Choose for Financial Stability?
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Good at Calculus=Good at Physics?
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Schools Question About Fellowships/Stipends in Grad School
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Revtex and Refworks, citations not showing up
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Math ability => physics ability?
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Exchange student destination: UCL or ICL (UK)?
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Help Choosing Referees for Graduate Program in UK
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Personal statement critique, honesty appreciated
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Navigating MIT Physics Admission: Seeking Advice for Nuclear & Particle Physics
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My introduction and a question on my intended
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Schools MSc. Physics in English at Stuttgart University
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Programs Advanced courses in mathematics and physics for doing phd in harvrd
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Schools Applying to graduate school - how important is undergrad institution?
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Difference in computer science and software engineering
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Best way to learn the equations in physics
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Schools Aiming for top chemistry grad school- what to do about undergrad?
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Programs Study like a rockstar = Math degree?
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Good at math but suck at puzzles
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Courses Coaching courses in physics, chemistry and mathematics ?
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Schools Entering college next year; advice?
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Science Fair Question: Unifying Forces and Winning Science Fairs
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Physics REU personal statement help.
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I've been thinking about getting into something in Optics, but I don't
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Sophomore italian boy search for help for his career
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Is there a future in Engineering
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What do I need to know to learn intro to PDEs?
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Admissions Questions about applying to chem REU summer internships?
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How Should I Start Learning Quantum Mechanics in High School?
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Courses Getting a masters vs Simply taking Graduate courses as an undergrad
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UK Graduate System: Career Change Options?
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Programs Questions asked on an Interview for a Phd position
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It's 830 AM where are all the grad students?
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Testing Do I need to take the Physics GRE for a Ph.D program if I have a Master's?
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Courses Is Data Structures course old school?
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Is a Lack of Math Skill a Barrier to a Career in Astrophysics?
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Number theory or intro to topology for comp sci/math
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I need some motivation to study E&M
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What Is the Order of Mathematical Concepts to Learn After Calculus 2?
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Royal Air Force to kickstart Aerospace career
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Requesting a different undergrad adviser?
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Computer Science REU: Admissions & Acceptance Rates
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Is it worth it switching into engineering?
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Programs Why are there different degree titles in different countries and universities?
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Which path should I choose: Mathematician or Theoretical Computer Scientist?
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NSERC first time. 2nd year. Research
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Schools Scope for Quantum Information theory - Graduate school and beyond
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