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Studying Really discouraged right now (studying time vs. test scores)
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Admissions Applying to uni [Undergrad] - How?
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How do you feel if your paper is rejected?
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Schools How difficult is it to get into a top ranked graduate school for chemistry?
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Which pathway to nuclear engineering?
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Mathematical purity vs real world understanding
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Schools Self teaching computer programming vs taking a credit class at college
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Seeking Approval for Calc III Despite Lacking Linear Algebra Prereq
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Schools High school senior need advice on engineering or pre-med.
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The 'method' of theoretical research
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How bad is kittel? Enlist for SSP?
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Design iPhone Apps: UROP Project | C++ to Objective C
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Programs Masters degree in Comp. Sci with a physics bachelor's?
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Courses Should I drop this course and take it next year?
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Distance Math Learning | 11th Grade | International Courses
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Is there anything grammatically wrong with this sentence?
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Studying What textbooks should I consider for my upcoming birthday?
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Studying Where can I find basic books to learn physics and particle physics at age 14?
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Schools Is Mechanical Engineering the Right Major for My Business Goals?
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Programs Question for upper year physics majors.
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Publishing on Physics Review Letters
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Danny's Story: Overcoming Academic Setbacks at University
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Chance of Pursuing Physics in US: Nepalese Boy, Grade 12
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Can Electrical Engineers Transition to Physics for Graduate Studies?
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Are these A Level options suitable for what I want to do?
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Schools Give me a reality check on grad school admissions?
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Programs What careers are available for math majors with a Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD?
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What Career Opportunities Exist for Theoretical Physics Graduates?
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How Can I Be Better At Programming/Logic
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Does it take time to get used to physics?
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You've hit a wall, hard and you're miserable
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Programs What is the difference between a computer science and software engineer major?
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Courses Can I Handle 7 Courses in My Second Term at UBC Applied Sciences?
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Schools Grad school admission odds in Canada
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Navigating 8th Grade Math for a Career in Physics
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Medical Physics Acceptance Rates
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Programs Premed and Physics Majors: Finding the Perfect College for Your Dual Interests
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College Dropout Struggling to Decide: Seek Advice Here
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Studying What are the best books for self-learning physics and math for high schoolers?
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Approach for learning Quantum Mechanics?
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Courses Math courses to prepare for undergrad physics for older student
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Can You Relearn Math Fundamentals as an Adult?
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Programs Which Conjoint Degree Would Be Best for Engineering and AI Career Goals?
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How hard is it to get A's in physic classes?
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How Much Trig is Involved in Basic Calculus?
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I just finished my physics and maths test today I went brilliant in
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Where Can I Study Quantum Optics in Grad School?
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Programs Advice to a freshman physics major
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Admissions Concerned About My SOP For Physics PhD Admission
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Considering quitting job to pursue full time studies. Advice needed
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Best Path for Ocean Engineering: ME, EE, or Physics?
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What exactly does Theoretical Physics involve?
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Should I switch schools because of unfair grading policies?
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What are the differences between studying astrophysics and astronomy in college?
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Mathematics Content In Computer Science
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Postdoc and time spent on research
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Charting a Career That Allows Working Outside of an Office
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Schools Physics programs in top colleges compared to other colleges
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What is the route to becoming a doctor or a physician in US/Canada?
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Testing Foreign student needing some math exercises to know what the SAT looks like
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Preparing for Masters QFT & GR Classes: Advice Needed
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Theoretical Computer Science from Math Background
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How can I go into computers when I suck at math
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Studying Studying MAthematics: Does it become easier to pick up the broad ideas
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Schools Academic dishonesty as ugrad 5 years ago and grad school admissions
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Free Access to Online Physics Journals for Students?
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Programs Astrophysics major behind in classes, feeling depressed
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Studying Is Over-Studying Detrimental to a Mathematician's Success?
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Which Math Courses Should I Take to Complement My Physics Major?
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How Do You Stay Motivated in a Demanding Major?
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PhD in Physics: Time Investment, Courses & Prerequisites
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Programs Double major in Physics and Computer Science vs Physics and Math
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Programs As a brand new physics major, I have a question.
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Schools Why isn't calculus taught in high school?
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Who wants to be a logician? (anybody?)
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Schools Master's Programs in the US: Requirements and Funding
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Programs Leaving with a phd program with masters, or drop out, in this context?
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Programs Preparing for a Finance PhD Program: What It Takes
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Schools What are some physics-related ideas for a high school senior project?
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Schools Finding Math Graduate School by Interest
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Programs Undecided Major Engineer or Computer Science?
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Are Unpaid Internships Exploitative?
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Reading Newton's Principia while taking my Physics Mechanics class
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How to list arXiv papers on NSF final report
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What is the best book for a beginner to learn physics?
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Should I study cosmology? Am I too old?
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Schools Can I Get Into Grad School: My Story
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MSc in Quantum Fields and Fundamental Forces at ICL
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Testing Yet another general GRE scores question thread-and physics GRE nightmares
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Programs Is algebra-based Physics useless for majors?
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Should I take Graduate level QM as an undergrad?
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Schools I want to study cosmology, which university should i apply ?
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Programs Astronomy Major does anyone care if I get it or not?
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Are My Academic Struggles Going to Hurt My Chances at BNL Programs?
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How Can I Successfully Prepare for Taking A-Levels Early?
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Schools Grad school in different discipline?
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Is Clifford Algebra Beneficial for Physics and Math Calculations?
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Can a Fresh Graduate Become a Physics Tutor?
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Should I Study Physics? - Get Answers to Your Questions
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Practicing engineering in Canada with Bsc Physics and MEng.
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