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Is Transferring to Canada for a PhD a Good Decision?

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About the sequence of walter greiner's physic series

  • ltd5241
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Choosing a research project to assign to a graduate student

  • causalset
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How do you approach learning a new concept?

  • cnidocyte
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Programs Should I bother getting either of the associates degrees I almost qualify for

  • jvent051
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Choosing Between ME and MET: What Do I Need to Know?

  • LT72884
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How Can I Prepare for a Theoretical Physics Course with a Math Minor?

  • AlmenoFSigma
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Schools Is College Really About Learning? Evaluating My Goals as a College Junior

  • DukeofDuke
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The Learning Curve of Math and Engineering (the advantage of time)

  • Helicobacter
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Books for self-studying theoretical neuroscience alongside a maths degree

  • david4321
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Programs Can a mechanical engineer transition to particle physics research?

  • b.sarv
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Programs Struggling with Calc III visualization - can I do a math major without 3D thinking?

  • sumrandomdude
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Is a Passion for Physics Necessary to Succeed in Computer Engineering?

  • viet_jon
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Studying Irish student studying in the UK?

  • Onias
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Overcoming Adversity to Pursue My Dream: A Student's Story

  • SANGHERA.JAS
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What are the math requirements for B.S in Physics?

  • 1stepatatime
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Physics books for self-taught beginners

  • jdmmade
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Should I switch to a science-focused secondary school to study physics?

  • IceMan815
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Programs Degree requirement courses full already

  • General_Sax
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Particle Physics: Advice for Sophomore Student

  • mg0stisha
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Programs Is a Physics PhD Really Worthless in the Real World?

  • holly
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Courses Which Undergrad Prob/Stat Course Should Physics Majors Take?

  • Moonshine
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Student Seeking Advice After UFM Charge

  • Ahsan Khan
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Happiness in learning and seeking knowldage. What do you think?

  • AlexES16
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Courses Best math courses for fluid dynamics?

  • adam_t
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{Theoretical, Mathematical, Particle, Plasma} Physics

  • Stalafin
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Schools What's it like at University of New Mexico?

  • thebuttonfreak
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Programming languages used by physicists?

  • BigD
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Courses Courses for freshman year in physics

  • ephedyn
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Schools Deciding Which UK University for Astrophysics BSc

  • archa1c
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Making Connections With Professors (Undergrad)

  • zooxanthellae
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M.Eng. or MS in Civil/Env./Electrical Engineering with BA in Physics?

  • defecritus
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Finding nuclear physics research and grad schools from Georgia Tech

  • Collatz
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Should I get a Master's in biomedical engineering?

  • DeuteriumDude
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Biophysics? Computational Neuroscience? M-Theory?

  • RocketSurgery
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Academic advice for fall semester?

  • The_ArtofScience
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Schools About college, research, and living on your own. I

  • gretun
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Programs What are the requirements to become a fellow actuarist?

  • thereddevils
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Schools Will I Get Into University of Kentucky with My Stats?

  • The Operator
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Prospective returning student; nanotechnology?

  • dighn
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Programs Starting my Physics degree in October, what should I do/read to prepare?

  • andyatk14
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Programs Myths vs. Facts About Majoring in Physics

  • andria191
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Is It Too Late to Find Summer Research Opportunities in Seattle?

  • jrising
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Referring to professors in a paper

  • broean01
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Programs PhD in Astrophysics in Europe: Where to Study and Research Opportunities

  • astronut555
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Why is physics so frustrating for me?

  • kliker
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How do you apply for a government grant?

  • leroyjenkens
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Is five upper level courses with two math classes doable?

  • Jawbreaker
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Where to begin to understand the mathematics of quantum mechanics

  • khemist
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Durham vs Manchester in Astrophysics (Cosmology) - Postgraduate

  • petmal
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Ph. D. in Materials Science or Physics?

  • Goalie33
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Programs Is a Math Major a Good Choice for a Physics Enthusiast?

  • cody7002002
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Should I switch from EE to petroleum engineering for better job prospects?

  • quantum13
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US school suggestions for second BS in Physics

  • milhous
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What Do You Know About the Middle East in Academia?

  • NahmadN
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Summer Math/Physics Study Ideas for Advanced Students

  • manlyman62
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Is My Course Load Too Much for a Physics Degree in 2 Years?

  • carboy79
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Programs Reconsidering my math double major?

  • DukeofDuke
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Supplemental(Extra) classes for an EE?

  • RigelulZ
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Should I take first-year-Calculus again just to build a solid GPA?

  • gretun
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I Want To Learn Theoretical Physics

  • drumb
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Difference between theoretical physics and applied physics

  • bany
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Is Graduating a 4-Year Program Early Impressive to Grad Schools?

  • gretun
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Is there a proper etiquette for asking questions to my research advisor?

  • bjnartowt
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Schools Should I Take Quantum/Classical Mechanics if Not Required for Physics Major?

  • Simfish
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Is exploratory research frequently assigned to undergrads?

  • Simfish
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Schools Will my undergrad school know this? (or even when I apply for grad school?)

  • jaun888
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A very unconventional life plan

  • 1230wc
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Is an MS in math necessary for a competitive career in theoretical physics?

  • bjnartowt
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Calculating Variable Acceleration for UAV Recovery

  • Natalie Doyle
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Admissions Admission Statistics for Physics PhD programs?

  • bjnartowt
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Is Number Theory Worth Studying for Physicists?

  • manlyman62
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Learning physics and quantum mechanics with ebooks and resources

  • thantserpelis
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Dean of the Dept. Teaching My Class

  • camdenreslink
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Programs Advice for a former Theatre major doing a 180 into Physics?

  • vulcan_idic
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Is research engineering a good career?

  • d.irvin
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Undergrad prep for research in rockey propulsion?

  • iratern
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Women in Physics: Graduate School & Research Opportunities

  • Heisenberg.
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Best physics universities in Italy for English-language study

  • Sirium
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Schools Does applying for high energy physics hurt grad school acceptance?

  • xbomber88
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Evaluating Eligibility for MIT Transfer Program

  • d10
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I seriously need some test taking strategies for Math

  • gretun
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Do electrical engineers need to know programming?

  • SuperMiguel
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What level of math do I need to study Quantum Mechanics?

  • Buri
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Programs Is a degree from a small school a handicap?

  • Chris11
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Relying on faith of some other work

  • MathematicalPhysicist
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Programs When Do Math Majors Learn to Master Proofs in Analysis?

  • courtrigrad
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Schools Research requirements for graduate school admission?

  • PlanetCaravan
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Programs What maths for Astrophysics Major?

  • ttyu6
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Freshman Year Grades: Achieving a 3.5 GPA at Top 10 College

  • DR13
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Is Academic Frustration a Result of Unrealistic Expectations?

  • Etenim
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Programs What are some good physics courses for math majors?

  • Chris11
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Why Is English the Only Compulsory Subject in Years 11 and 12 in Australia?

  • dansydney
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Is It Normal to Spend Hours on a Few Math Problems?

  • zooxanthellae
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Advice Needed: Should I Study in USA or Russia Fed?

  • Denurry
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Couple of questions regarding theoretical physics

  • Akirus
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