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Comparing US & UK Graduate Physics Education
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Admissions How important is your UG Institution in Grad Admission?
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Is Double Majoring in Computer Science and Another Field Worth Considering?
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Schools Graduate School in Math with no BA/BS?
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Florida Institute of Technology
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What are some good ways to improve logical ability while under time pressure?
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How do I get motivation to study mathematics?
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Is it normal to feel overwhelmed by the workload in first year?
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Transcript for Feynman's Messenger Lecture Series
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Is Higher Mathematics Crucial in Understanding Quantum Mechanics?
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Programs Should You Pursue a Physics PhD? Advice from Brian Schwartz
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What Parts of The Classics were Removed from Education in the Progressive Era?
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Calculus III or Thermodynamics: Which is the Best Fit for Next Semester?
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Computer Science against all odds
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Should I Take an Introductory Physics Course Before Calculus I?
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How Does Statistical Physics Influence Astrophysics and Cosmology?
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Summer Research in Theory: Any Opportunities for Undergraduates?
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Programs Theoretical Physics vs Math: Which is Best?
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Self Study experts, your assistance is needed.
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What's the research about in the field of Quantum Information?
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What exactly is differential geometry?
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Schools Graduate Program in Same University System Bad?
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Programs Is it acceptable to leave a PhD program after a semester or a year?
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Getting enough sleep everyday or practicing every day?
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Studying Scholarship Opportunities for studying abroad?
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Engineering Management - yay or nay?
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What should I be learning in grade 9 for math and physics?
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Why physics? Please guide a highschooler.
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*Engineering Physics/Astrophysics*
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Programs Different Views on Thesis Work with PHD Advisor
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Where should I start on learning about Quantum Mechanics
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Schools Academically Adrift: Limited Learning on College Campuses
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Creative Study Techniques for Math Theorems and Definitions
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Chances to transfer from CC to UIUC with mediocre GPA
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Recovering from a bad physics midterm test.
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Nanotechnology: Physics or Engineering?
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Ready to Dive into Stanford's Free Online ML & AI Courses?
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How was your first test in physics?
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Mathmetics in Introductory Quantum Mechanics book
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Struggling with Telecom Class as a First Semester EE Undergrad?
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Schools What is the purpose of a college education?
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Usefulness of Differential Geometry?
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Crazy deadlines/Long study periods
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Programs Getting a double degree in math and physics
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Courses Math Courses for Theoretical Physics PhD - Linear Alg., Diff Eq, Calc & More
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Schools What universities/professors are strong in Biomems/nanobiotech?
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Courses How much time do math courses take in US/other countries?
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NSF Graduate Research Fellowship
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Programs Help on where to apply for a PhD (UK)
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What math electives should I take as a mechanical engineering major?
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From CEGEP to Mcgill math/physcics hounours
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Schools CE Graduate School - Advice Needed
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First time exposed to Calculus 1 and I'm not doing so well. I'm in the
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Question regarding fields of Mathematics/Physics
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Schools What are your opinions on collecting homework in college?
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Pre-requisites for Nanotechnology/Nanoelectronics for an electronics
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Fallen Behind and Want to Catch up
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Schools Why Are Grad Students Expected to Work Extreme Hours?
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Research combining physics with sound, acoustics, music
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Do Physics classes get more interesting?
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How to decide what school to go to?
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Admissions Can I get into U of Minnesota's ME grad program with my credentials?
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Is a Physics Undergrad to Engineering Grad Possible?
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Choosing Math Directed Study Topics
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Schools Should I know what field I want to go in for grad school?
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Writing Professional Lab Reports
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Programs PhD Project Choice: Advice for Galactic Super President
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I'm getting killed in math already (3 weeks into math program)
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In which order should I study the following?
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Which class should I devote more time to?
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MS in Medical Physics do I have a chance?
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Programs Preparing PhD in American University Without Physics Background
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What Should I Know Before Applying to Work at CERN?
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Programs Which Minor Should a Chemistry Major Choose: Physics, Math, or Biology?
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Cosmology Conferences: Find the Perfect Fit for Your Paper
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The Differences between regular, honors, and AP physics
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Schools Thoughts on math education - From a young college student.
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Studying Should I Choose Joint Honours Maths & Physics or Pure Physics at Warwick?
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What Are the Hardware Design Roles of Computer vs. Electrical Engineers?
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Struggling with Physics: Did Anyone Else Bomb Their First Test?
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Low tier + no debt or top tier + loans?
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So I enjoy learning about Everything
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Courses What courses is Discrete Mathematics necessary for? I may need to push it back.
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Which programming language is best for an aspiring engineer?
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Can I still redeem myself in Organic Chemistry?
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Schools University undergraduate choice - St. Andrews : Theoretical physics or
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How to Improve Physics/Math Understanding as an Undergraduate?
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Schools Teaching university for my master's
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How much time to spend on background theory?
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Which foreign languages to learn as a mathematician?
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Programs Math or Philosophy: Which Minor is Best for an Economics Major?
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Computer Science vs. Computer Engineering
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Can't concentrate on classes. Feel worthless
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Dealing With Group Work Anxiety: My Experiences
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How to get into a career in engineering
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Finding Your Path: What to Do with My Life
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Schools Figuring out which grad schools/what department to apply to
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Can I Take the Patent Bar with a BSEE and Passed FE Exam?
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Programs Am I spending enough time working 9-5 on my PhD or will it require more?
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Help Picking Undergrad Physics Electives
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