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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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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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Admissions How does this path sound?
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Why Take Quantum and Statistical Mechanics Together?
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Other Best Search Engines for Academic Papers - arXiv and Beyond
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Other Should I Address a Grad Student Colleague's Constant Sleeping?
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Programs SULI DoE Fall 2018 Acceptance Thread
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Courses How difficult is complex variables?
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How did you manage the self-study of physics and math?
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Programs Broad Interest and Environmental Focus
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Testing Is there a Europe equivalent to the Physics GRE?
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Programs Still confused: Physics or Astronomy?
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How do body modifications impact career opportunities in STEM fields?
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Courses Is My Junior Year Course Load Too Much?
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Programs Choosing a field of study for Physics Graduate Degree
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Courses CSE at 21: Pursuing a Bachelors in the US?
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Studying How to improve in engineering exams
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Courses Which Course is More Beneficial for Astronomy: Optics or Theoretical Physics?
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Other Why Choose Computational Physics?
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Programs Should I Pursue a Master's in Physics Before Applying for a PhD?
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Schools Senior year before grad school: what classes to take?
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Schools Advice on choosing a university in The Netherlands
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Schools Is Online Physics Available in the US?
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Which Physics Topics Are Easiest for IB: Optics, Mechanics, or Thermodynamics?
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Studying Reporting Plagiarism: Who Has the Authority?
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How does the approval process work for publishing articles on Wikipedia?
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Where Can I Find Free Online Courses on Quantum Mechanics?
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Programs Applied Physics or Physics of Materials?
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Studying Preparing for Math & Physics GRE: Tips & Strategies
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Schools Preparation for university level physics
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Improving my mathematical foundation for physics
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I would like advice on which sub-areas I should follow for two Masters
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Studying I have no background for my undergraduate studies
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Studying Higher Year Physics Studies with a Shaky Foundation
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100% Online Electrical Engineering Program
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Programs Two bachelor of science degrees, or a master’s degree?
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Schools What is a good college for Astrophysics?
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Programs How Can a 10th Grader Prepare for a Career as a Surgeon?
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Other Stuff you should do in undergrad besides studying the course
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Other From math bachelor to Physics master
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Should I retake Organic Chemistry 2? Got a C-
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Programs Graphical calculator for an ME major in the US?
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Programs Change of Major from Mechanical Engineering to Material Science
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Courses Review Griffiths E/M before Jackson?
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Programs Help with guiding a highschooler
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Programs Materials Science (B.Sc.) vs Materials Engineering (B.Eng)
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What is the best physics database?
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Masters of Research in Australia: Pros and Cons
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Programs Which Minor Will Make Me More Marketable in Applied Physics?
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Schools Physics Project Ideas for High School Student
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Are You A Misfit? Share Your Story and Thoughts on Education
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Programs Maximizing Grad School Opportunities for Astrophysics After Military Service
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Programs MSc in pure physics or nuclear physics?
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Taking Math Courses with Math Students
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Programs Which courses are common in a Physical Science Bachelor's program?
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Other Now is my time for the stay or leave question
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Admissions Is it bad to cancel after accepting?
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