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Programs Is it Beneficial to Pursue CS and Robotics Minors for a Career in Robotics?
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Studying Online lectures for Electromagnetism
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Schools Pair CS/Math or another natural science with Physics?
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Studying Learning the non-physics part of Statistical Mechanics
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Other Metrics on fields in physics with funding/activity?
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Admissions Applying to physics PhD programs with a non-traditional background
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Admissions Masters application with a low GPA
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Other Ideas for a Physics Project (Fluid Dynamics)
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Which Math Topic Should I choose for Research
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Studying Tips on getting better at "reading" vector calc equations
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Courses Is particle physics that important?
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Other "Galaxies" a trustworthy open access peer reviewed journal?
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Other Any physicists that struggled with intro physics?
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Courses Is there much difference between algebra- and calculus-based physics
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Did Dropping My Vector Analysis Course Cost Me More Than Just Money?
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Studying Preparing for upper division courses (transfer)
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Studying Should examples be looked at before solving problems?
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Studying Starting UGrad Phys, haven't studied Maths/Phys for a year
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Insights How to Self-study Algebra: Linear Algebra - Comments
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Programs Chemistry-Based Research Program or more Math/CS Courses?
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Other How to Stand Out in Large Collaborations During a PhD?
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Admissions MIT admission: weight of core subject grades
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Studying How to study properly for physics classes
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Can a CS grad get a masters in Mech engineering?
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Other Trouble recalling details from first year Physics
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Looking for GATE Aptitude Formula Derivations? Join this Thread!
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A LEVEL (Advanced Level) CHOICES
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How to prepare for oral examination?
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Programs Help with math minor (Transfer student)
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Programs Undergraduate Minors that are helpful for petroleum industry careers
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Other First year PhD in theoretical physics
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Schools Is ABET accreditation really important?
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Easy Algebra Learning: Simplify the Process
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Courses Which fields of physics are good to specialize in?
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Admissions Can I Apply to ETH Zurich Master in Physics without Math Courses?
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Studying What are Some Potential Topics for a Master's Thesis in General Relativity?
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Programs Should I do a 'dual' masters degree?
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Schools Lack of physics courses at private university for a physics major
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Which level of math should I at least reach?
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Other Changing the editor of my submitted paper
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Programs Advice on Extra Math Classes for a Physics Degree
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Programs How to best prepare for a physics major
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Studying Be Proactive: Tips to Improve Your Studies
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Other I can't solve questions related to conservation of momentum
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Other Can AI Assistants Improve Online Learning?
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Programs CS vs Software Engineering degree
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Courses On the benefits of retaking advanced linear algebra
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Courses What is a good way to understand trig/calculus?
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Schools Is this too many classes for one college semester
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Astrophysics/solar physics research
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Schools Physics Major Curriculum After Physics C
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I need a bit of help (thesis submitted, lack of publications)
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Programs UC London Astrophysics MSc vs Leiden Astronomy MSc (+ PhD)
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What math is used the most in cosmology/astrophysics?
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Schools What are the best universities for Quantum Physics in Canada
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Programs MS degree: How "bad" is my situation?
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Studying How to study an advanced physics textbook effectively?
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Schools Advanced Math a advantage or disadvantage in college physics
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Programs How to pursue a degree in physics?
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Courses How to prepare for Calculus Based Physics 2?
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Schools Help in Uni choice (Philippines)
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AP Physics Exams: College Apps & Self-Studying Tips
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Courses Should ALL physicists take a course in general relativity?
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Programs What major would be the most promising for a career in fusion?
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Admissions A gap in biography in application
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Programs As a year II physics major, when should I take linear algebra
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Programs Preparing for Undergrad Physics: Advice Needed
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Admissions 2:2 from UK Uni, Masters in my future?
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How do i learn math and physics from the ground up?
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How Can You Self Study Physics Lab Experiments at Home?
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Software engineer looking to study physics
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Schools How Can I Improve My Performance in Viva Exams?
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Prep for Year 11 Physics: Get an Edge!
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Programs Average grades in undergraduate but considering Masters degree
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Better than electron microscopy?
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Programs Which PhD to Pursue: HEP or Cosmology & GR?
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Schools Early Physics Education in High Schools - Comments
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Schools How to Self-Study Basic High School Mathematics - Comments
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Courses What is meant by "basic" quantum mechanics?
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Other How Can a Middle School Dropout Prepare for College and Grad School in Physics?
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Ideas for a Project In Astrophysics
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Courses Are these two optics courses too similar to justify taking?
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Courses Can I transition from physics to biology for a PhD program?
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Graduate Student Looking for Advice
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Schools Which college should I ED (apply) to?
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Subject mastery: formal training vs. "on your own"
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Studying Physics students and proof based calculus
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Other Can I apply what I learn in quantum mechanics to electrical engineering?
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Courses Applied vs Proof Based Linear Algebra
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Studying Self-Study in Electromagnetism
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Insights Problems with Self-Studying - Comments
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Admissions I failed my course and graduation is delayed
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Programs (Space) Industry - Different Paths Towards It
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Is Calculus Essential for a Successful Career in Computer Science?
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Programs Choosing the Right Undergraduate Degree for a Career in Physics
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Admissions Acceptable format of a Research Staement?
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Programs Double Degree in Physics and Electical Engineering?
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Other Undergrad searching for advice in an academic career
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Testing Electricity and Magnetism section in GRE Physics
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Programs Which Graduate Program in Theoretical Physics is Right for Me?
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