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Programs Importance of CS courses to math majors

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Programs Get master's degree by just taking comp?

  • Geremia
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Schools In what ways is high school math education inadequate?

  • Mépris
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Courses MAT224 or MAT244: Which is Easier for U of T Students?

  • luf-joey
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UBC Honours Chem Student: Choose Chemistry or Physics?

  • cygnusx1_
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[engineering] transfering help what's the meaning of academic interest

  • kougou
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Programming Langauages for Research in Quantum Mechanics

  • rshalloo
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Schools Best Grad Schools for PDE and Probability and Math Subject Test

  • kmgilroy89
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Schools [Physics]Impact of Bs in Calculus 1-3 at Junior College

  • neporuoydnim
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Programs Is a master's degree in system's engineering worth it?

  • Ben Zina
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Studying Dose Mathematicians understand their books?

  • TMSxPhyFor
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Programs Physics major vs mechanical engineering?

  • Pete Sampras
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Schools Math required for physics grad school

  • Jack21222
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Studying Taking calculus and have hard time understanding the textbook. Help .

  • appplejack
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Is 30 too old to start an engineering career?

  • One-Question
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How Does The Step Not Taken Illustrate the Monomyth Concept?

  • zomgwtf
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Mechanical engineering if you hated Physics I (Mechanics)

  • Hyperfluxe
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Taking Calc 2 in the summer - good or bad idea?

  • selig5560
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How to Ace the TOEFL iBT: Tips and Resources for Brazilian Students"

  • Hobold
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Schools Theoretical Physics grad school

  • estedrich
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Schools Graduate school considerations for EE

  • Ben Zina
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Programs Which major do i take if i want to learn how a computer works?

  • kramer733
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Well I'm starting back at college again

  • mcknia07
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Using Alternate Texts for Studying: Is it Common?

  • USN2ENG
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Schools Transferring out of a community college to pursue a Physics Degree

  • opprobe
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Looking into Physics / Astrophysics is it to late?

  • cman444
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Additional Text for Optics Class

  • PCSL
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Is a Bachelor's in Maths Worthwhile for Job Opportunities?

  • bernvall
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College vs High School: Academic Challenges and Personal Preferences

  • tahayassen
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Camp Euclid (and other math camps ?)

  • Mépris
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Abstract Algebra is it too much?

  • SMA_01
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Programs Is it possible to obtain 2 MSc degrees?

  • thebiggerbang
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Testing Boost Your SAT Math Score: Strategies for Improvement

  • anthonych414
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Why Did My Teacher Deduct Points for My Sentence?

  • Willis666
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Schools Where Can I Find the Best Graduate School for Studying Gravity?

  • mgp
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Summer REU options for int'l students?

  • Lavabug
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Schools Engineering and Community College

  • TitanCG
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Is Studying Philosophy Worth the Investment?

  • jaja1990
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Electromagnetism test preparation for grade 12

  • Hmpca
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What is the best way to approach learning about space physics?

  • mishima
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What was your most challenging semester?

  • sandy.bridge
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Programs Pure math PhD going into the industry. What are the chances?

  • R.P.F.
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Feelings of failure: a story of maturation

  • Scintillation
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Schools Finding the Right Canadian University for Physics Masters with Subpar Grades

  • poochie_d
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Deciding whether to audit, take the class, or take pass/fail

  • dh363
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Worried about modern science education

  • Antiphon
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Studying Would I struggle studying undergrad/physics?

  • Churchill
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Should You Relax or Study Hard the Day Before a GCE Exam?

  • dalcde
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QFFF at Imperial: Is It Right for Me?

  • DogCow
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Programs Potential physics Major-consfused

  • vicsic
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Undergraduate Research with poor grades

  • PhizzyQs
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Courses Is Computer Science the course for me (sorry, a bit extensive)?

  • Rand Al'Thor
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Is Berkeley or Caltech a reasonable goal?

  • zoiberg137
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Abstract Algebra for Physics undergrad

  • tarnhelm
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How importent is Chemistry in physics?

  • Sebastian H
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Schools Russian Universities: Theoretical Physics Graduate Programs

  • Winzer
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Programs What Major Should I Choose for Financial Stability?

  • mechanics_boy
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Good at Calculus=Good at Physics?

  • alegnagogo
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Schools Question About Fellowships/Stipends in Grad School

  • camcool21
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Revtex and Refworks, citations not showing up

  • Messenger
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Math ability => physics ability?

  • sparkle123
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Exchange student destination: UCL or ICL (UK)?

  • Lavabug
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Help Choosing Referees for Graduate Program in UK

  • piyowashere
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Personal statement critique, honesty appreciated

  • USN2ENG
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My introduction and a question on my intended

  • Rob D
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Schools MSc. Physics in English at Stuttgart University

  • anuragkanase
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Programs Advanced courses in mathematics and physics for doing phd in harvrd

  • laalini
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Schools Applying to graduate school - how important is undergrad institution?

  • Mépris
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Difference in computer science and software engineering

  • anonymous12
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Best way to learn the equations in physics

  • Briandaflyin
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Schools Aiming for top chemistry grad school- what to do about undergrad?

  • tdswenson
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Programs Study like a rockstar = Math degree?

  • 1nvisible
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Good at math but suck at puzzles

  • synkk
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Courses Coaching courses in physics, chemistry and mathematics ?

  • sankalpmittal
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Schools Entering college next year; advice?

  • Topher Jones
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Science Fair Question: Unifying Forces and Winning Science Fairs

  • Willis666
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Physics REU personal statement help.

  • bluechic92
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I've been thinking about getting into something in Optics, but I don't

  • Drakkith
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Sophomore italian boy search for help for his career

  • italian_boy
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Is there a future in Engineering

  • phyEngineer
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What do I need to know to learn intro to PDEs?

  • Grahamsm
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Admissions Questions about applying to chem REU summer internships?

  • waterbottle12
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How Should I Start Learning Quantum Mechanics in High School?

  • Strafespar
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Courses Getting a masters vs Simply taking Graduate courses as an undergrad

  • ahsanxr
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UK Graduate System: Career Change Options?

  • piyowashere
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Programs Questions asked on an Interview for a Phd position

  • martin_blckrs
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It's 830 AM where are all the grad students?

  • gravenewworld
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Testing Do I need to take the Physics GRE for a Ph.D program if I have a Master's?

  • loto
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Courses Is Data Structures course old school?

  • SpaceDomain
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Is a Lack of Math Skill a Barrier to a Career in Astrophysics?

  • Kalor
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Number theory or intro to topology for comp sci/math

  • Deneir
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I need some motivation to study E&M

  • Geezer
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What Is the Order of Mathematical Concepts to Learn After Calculus 2?

  • MillerGenuine
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Royal Air Force to kickstart Aerospace career

  • jasonbot
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