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Getting undergraduate research experience in theoretical physics

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Schools Should I take a formal probability course for applied math PhD admissions?

  • tjackson3
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Which field will thrive and which will die?

  • hadron23
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Is Linear Algebra Worth Taking as an Engineering Major?

  • Chunkysalsa
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Schools Getting into graduate school for thermal sciences with a 3.25 GPA

  • rmunoz
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Pitfalls of switching to physics with a second degree and grad school

  • bryarcanium
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Can I Take Probability and Mathematical Intro to Options Concurrently?

  • Shackleford
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Schools BA in Physics, want to go to Grad school. Suggestions?

  • speral01
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Studying The psychology of reading a textbook

  • Obis
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BA in math in the spring now what?

  • jasons89
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Courses Should I retake this course for my applied math major?

  • camdenreslink
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Schools Will cuts to science funding make grad school more competitive?

  • Simfish
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Schools How Can I Assess University Math and Physics Departments Remotely?

  • Whalstib
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Daydreaming has been growing into a bigger and bigger issue

  • haxtor21
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Poor memory retention with math formulas and problem solving

  • NelsonsXanadu
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Schools If I withdraw from a University can it be like I never went?

  • exohuman
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What are good material on thermoluminescence?

  • alemsalem
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How much will one bad recommendation hurt me if my others are good?

  • xbomber88
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Admissions Applying to Cambridge DAMTP or Part III Math?

  • Stan Marsh
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How do you solve problem you cannot solve?

  • heartless
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Question regarding research (related to research topic and writing thesis)

  • arroy_0205
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Courses How hard are grad. courses and what to expect?

  • nnguyen
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Schools Depth or Breadth: Getting into Graduate School

  • WCL
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What are the best skills to self-learn as a third year physics major?

  • flemmyd
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Admissions How the admission decision is made?

  • Stan Marsh
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Stay Up-To-Date on Plasma Physics: Useful Resources

  • mkbh_10
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Which Field Prepares Best for "Doing Whatever I Want"?

  • Mobusaki
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Being a engineering grad can do m.sc and phd in physics

  • Sudheer@nits
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Testing Strategies for Preparing for Upcoming Exams: Is it Too Late to Aim for an A?

  • Hyuga
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How Should I Format My Academic Resume for a Research Position?

  • Guango39
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Engineering guidance (rethinking concentration)

  • crr14
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How many credits should I take my first semester at university?

  • AlexChandler
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Transition from AP Calc BC to Multivariable Calc

  • battousai
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Learning Math through Independent study

  • Fendaril
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Schools Best preparation for grad school?

  • Eelbot
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Schools Where do I find a list of univ/colleges that offers Master's degree in Physics?

  • kNYsJakE
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So at what point are you a Physicist/Mathematician/Other ?

  • hitmeoff
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How competitive are faculty positions in research universities?

  • chebyshevF
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Classes to take and colleges for quantum cryptography

  • Miss Rellum
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Studying Leisure Math Textbook: Moving from AP Calc BC to Multivariable/Vector Calc

  • theJorge551
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Attending my first APS conference (DPP)

  • TaylorRatliff
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Critique of my transfer essay for electrical engineering

  • SELFMADE
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Programs Can You Learn Physics Without Majoring in It?

  • Rlam90
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Maths needed for a plasma physics and astrophysics module

  • jemb
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Wondering which Math Class to take next

  • AlexChandler
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Advices for a career in high energy physics

  • oyolasigmaz
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Testing Preparing for the AP Physics B Exam, without taking the class

  • Margarita
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Differential eqns or linear algebra?

  • renob
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Does work experience count in getting into a top US school?

  • rayamr
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Programs PhD in physics vs electrical engineering and job prospects

  • Mobusaki
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Switching from Engineering to Physics: Advice from a Professor

  • exohuman
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Struggling in sophomore physics courses and math after strong freshman year

  • DrManhattanVB
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Where to find more physics homework problems for practice

  • kramer733
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Revisiting Intro Physics: Retention and Preparation for Higher Levels

  • confusedinMA
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How Can I learn to stop worry about my grade

  • exohuman
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Schools Choosing colleges for astrophysics and cosmology

  • laurlaur
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Programs Master's Degree in physics after Bachelor in MIS

  • oneworld
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First contact with potential supervisor

  • tsw99
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Research in high energy phenomenology.

  • arroy_0205
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Schools Honest chances in Graduate School

  • exohuman
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Testing Preparing for the SAT Physics Subject Test: What to Expect and How to Study

  • bhatnv
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Programs Double major in physics and electrical engineering

  • mike_gineer
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What should I do? I am sooo indecisive

  • Physics_UG
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How did you know you were smart enough to study Physics?

  • jake7766
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Math (Subject) GRE without Diff EQ

  • jeffasinger
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Programs Taking extra classes after BS but before phD

  • creepypasta13
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Struggling with Linear Algebra? Here's What to Do!

  • Cudi1
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Physics vs Math: Deciding Grad School Path

  • creepypasta13
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Beginner quantum physics resources for high school students

  • Smartoad
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Studying Effective break-taking in between studying

  • DrummingAtom
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Programs How to enter the Physics path; after getting an unrelated degree.

  • ofaaron
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Paleontology Future: Major for Grad School?

  • chez_butt23
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Are Upper Division Physics Classes Inspiring?

  • Ceenaya19
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Corrosion Engineering Degree: Worth It?

  • undrcvrbro
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Programs Physics from an engineering degree

  • bogarts21
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Solid-state physics and materials science

  • missfangula
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Where can I find a logic class separate from philosophy?

  • HeLiXe
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First meeting with research advisor

  • ephedyn
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Schools Getting a masters at same university as BS, then going for PhD.

  • DrManhattanVB
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What should I do about this class?

  • sydneyfranke
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Admissions Grad-admission at top-tier Uni: Just how difficult is it?

  • marsdk
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What would you do if you were in my position?

  • fishtroupe
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Need advice on dropping a class.

  • Agent M27
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Studying How do you hold heavy textbooks while reading without arm strain?

  • flyingpig
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Is a Low GPA a Barrier to Pursuing a Master's Degree?

  • boyu
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Do Extracurriculars Matter for Physics Research Internships and Grad School?

  • zheng89120
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Programs Should I double major in physics and math or take graduate courses instead?

  • Gear.0
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Learn Physics at U Leuven: Will Hours Decrease?

  • NightShroud
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Top universities for a Master's in condensed matter physics

  • go quantum!
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Study Physics in France or Italy?

  • yuqiao
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How much math do you need for graduate study in physics?

  • inknit
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Programs PhD math/applied math/theoretical physics

  • coverband
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Programs Majoring in physics and working in applied physics.

  • Jimmy84
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Is Digital Image Processing practical outside academia

  • SpaceDomain
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