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Courses What math course is best for me?
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Physics undergrad to Nuclear Eng grad?
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Choosing a Stream for 2nd Year EE Student
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Self study Multivariable Calculus or Introduction to Proofs?
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What are some educational activities to do in San Diego?
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Schools How well does this course prepare me for college math?
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Schools What classes should I take for a pure maths program?
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How can we improve our chances of getting into prestigious programs?
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Schools University of Toronto Math/Physics Specialist program
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Comparing IT vs Engineering for High School Juniors
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Are Unnecessary Details in Lecture Notes Confusing for Students?
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What is the purpose of a seminar ?
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Programs Help Degree selection and pressed for time
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How can I create an effective proposal for my education center program?
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Why so few Relativity/Gravity groups in the US?
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Studying Best books for Geometry / Trigonometry
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Schools Starting freshman year and aiming for MIT grad school
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Physics I Lecture with no Lab, problem?
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How bad is it not to get a recommendation from an REU advisor?
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Some Advice - What do I really need to know?
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Schools Grad School Personal Statement Question
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Applying to PhD in US: Navigating GRE Scores and Requirements
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Best options for entering engineering
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Courses Dealing with non physics/math courses
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How Can We Make Matrices More Tangible for Struggling Engineering Students?
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Tips for Improving Quantitative Score on the GRE
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Engineering in Electronics and Telecommunication
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Arch's Academic Woes: Seeking Encouragement and Opinions
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Programs PhD in Cosmology with a 2nd Class Degree
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What do physicists and engineers do?
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Courses Is it common for people to retake a course in order to boost their GPA?
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Tutoring someone who hates math
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Any RF/Microwave Engineers here?
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Programs Nuclear Engineering B.S/M.S to Nuclear Physics PhD?
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Second Year Physics Student's Guide to Self-Study: Lessons, Books, and More
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Is a BSc in Applied Physics Enough for a Successful Career in Engineering?
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Diff eq. and linear algebra concurrently and before calc III?
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Health and Safety In Nuclear Org.
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Searching for beginners' Math for Quantum Physics ( maybe too beginners)
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Hate Linear Algebra? Advice for Applied Math?
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Most relevant math subjects for Astrophysics
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Calc 1 & Physics 1 Concurrently ?
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Studying How do i begin studying physics?
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Need school advice for specific area of study.
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Schools Taking courses at university-a few questions
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Schools Will these courses prepare me for grad school?
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MS Physics Guidance: Quantum Mechanics, Nanophysics, More
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Which Applied Math Course Should I Choose for My Physics Major?
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Schools Double majors, undergrad research, best college worth it?
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Learning theoretical physics on my own
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Schools My high school doesn't have AP Calculus
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Aiming for Ph.D. in math - am I screwed?
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Does Majoring in Math Enhance Theoretical Physics Skills?
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Testing Retake Physics GRE? Evaluating Options for Physics PhD
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Best Option for BSc: Physics & Theoretical Physics
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I feel like I'll be behind if I start out in Calc I
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Which MS in Quantum Physics Program Should I Choose?
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Testing Best guide book for cat examination
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Do Undergrad Early Graduates Get Into Top Programs?
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From Europe to Perimeter Institute
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Is this program suitable for me?
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How Can a Liberal Arts Major Explore Theoretical Physics as a Hobby?
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Is Joining the Peace Corps a Smart Move for Future Chemical Engineers?
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Business Statistics or Calc 1 w/ analytical
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Electric Engineering Curriculum no programming class?
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Helping a prof with his research vs doing your own research.
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Schools Useful languages to learn in college
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Leaving a REU Early - Advice Needed
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Gradute School and grades (percentage, not GPA).
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Programs Physics Degree, and Engineering?
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Programs Should I Transfer Colleges to Improve My Math PhD Prospects?
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This is probably the wrong place to ask, but
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My first post on this amazing forum.
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Would love some insight-to utilize ap credit or not?
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Some advice for someone who hasn't a clue
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Schools How to prepare for a college atractive highschool career.
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Schools Know anything about Florida State University undergrad physics?
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Programs PhD Positions in Physics in USA/Canada
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Help for Research Advise | PF Community
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Letters of Recommendation & Summer REU
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Programs Minor in Physics: Chemistry or Math?
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Computer Engineering vs Computer Science
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Courses Should I Take Advanced ODE Without Completing Algebra 2?
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Is there an odesk / elance equivalent for tutoring math/phy?
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Courses What are some practical courses for non-career advancement?
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Should I Include a Lab on Measurement Instruments in My Physics Course?
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What subject for thesis in algebra
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Schools Navigating Community College Math: From Homeschooling to Engineering Transfer
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Physics extended research essay (IB)
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BSc Computer Science: 4-Year vs 3-Year Degrees, Masters & Univ. Choice
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Failing Calculus Dont know if i want to be an engineer
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Just study Math AND CompSci (well) and get ready to rule the world
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I know there are a million of these but.(Fall 2010)
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Comp Science or Career Change: What's the Best Path for You?
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Programs Going for a PhD in Physics with a MatE undergrad?
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To choose a math/physics route, or engineering?
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Taking computer science classes to prepare to physicist
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