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Physics Guidance for Derek - University of Saskatchewan
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Testing GCE A Level Exams: An American School Student's Questions
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Choosing Physics or Computer Science: Which is Right for You?
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Do extracurricular activities matter for grad school in math?
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What is the best approach to understanding the concepts of real analysis?
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What Can You Do with a Degree in Earth and Space Exploration?
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What classes to take applied math?
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Academic fresh start advice needed
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Schools Which Grad Schools are Top Picks for Biophysics and Neuroscience Research?
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Schools Is a Change in Research Interests and Programs Common in Graduate School?
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Programs Choosing a Masters Degree- Physics or Engineering?
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Schools Breakdown of engineering college life
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Can I Do a Physics Degree Without A Level Physics?
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Physics vs Engineering: Pros & Cons
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I want to score high on my physics final, but how?
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Physics vs. Applied physics *departments*
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Topological Physics: Finding Grad School for Research
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Trying to learn physics for first time
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Career in Energy: Oceanography, Geology, or Physics?
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Millersville Univ: Physics or Oceanography Major?
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Quantum Chemistry: Pursuing a Degree and Career
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Programs Need advice in choosing PhD topics, combination of physics and computer science
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Programs Can a Spotty Academic Record Affect PhD Admissions in Mathematics?
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Is it possible for me to get into a good school in Iowa
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Programs PhD in Math: How high can I aim for?
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Programs What Are Typical Exam Scores for Math Majors?
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Programs Physics Major with Engineering Envy Advice?
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Programs Dual degree or research experience?
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Schools Finding the Right Math Graduate School for GM
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Apply to US Schools with a PGRE Score of 830?
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Top 5 most stable, well-paying careers in the future?
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Break between undergrad and grad (math)
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Is There Room for Theoretical Engineering in the Real World?
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How Should I Study for My Real Analysis Test?
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Everyday experience with physics
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Testing Preparing For the GRE: Advice & Courses to Take
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Programs How hard is a Physics major at a top 35 Uni?
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General 'how to study math'-type help request?
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Schools Am I good enough to make it in grad school for Math?
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Struggling in Algebraic Structures Class? Tips for Success and Self-Esteem Boost
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Courses How can I plan my spring semester courses with limited options?
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Break between grad& undergrad phx for master's in philosophy?
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Schools Preparing for E&M physics (2nd Semester College Physics).
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Is Physics Undergrad Burnout Normal?
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Need to choose between analysis and geometry
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Symbol of an op-amp is triangle only.why?
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Schools Preparing for Math Grad School: Advice and Tips for Prospective Students
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Testing 50 MC Physics II (E&M) Final Exam
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Programs Math major and engineering major
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Schools Grad School/Beginning Research Catch-22
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Measuring Undergraduate Physics Proficiency
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Ready for university by Grade 10 or age 16 yrs?
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AP Bio Struggles: Is 86% Normal?
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REU question: how important are memberships?
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Which Eng Masters for Maths and Physics Majors?
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What are the most important classes for a future PhD in physics or mathematics?
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Question for people working in Industry
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Schools Which schools in the US offer bachelors in mechatronic engineering
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Is Age Just a Number in Pursuing a Career in Astronomy?
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Repeating a year: What should I do?
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Should i take this pass/no pass?
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Quantum Mechanics: Is Math a Necessity?
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Advice Needed: Last Year of College, Physics Degree, Grad School
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REU for International Students: Need Info?
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SUNY Buffalo Physics Program: Reviews & Info
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Prospective Physics/Math Schedule
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Schools Does self-study matter when applying to graduate schools?
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Help choosing undergraduate study for robotics-like work
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Still can't figure out which field of Engineering
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Teaching myself physics from Halliday/Resnick
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Maintaining Motivation in the Final Year of a Mathematics Degree
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Is a Ph.D. in Photonics offered by Physics or EEE better for me?
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Programs If you can't major in Materials Science, what's the next best major?
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Programs Graduate Programs (applied math) for Non-Math Majors
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Admissions Applying to MIT: Tips, Strategies & Experiences
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Further Pure 1 Revision Guide for MEI?
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Schools Is Ph.D. Graduate School possible for me?
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Quick question regarding combined classes
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What is the role of an MBA graduate in the business world?
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Is Joining Sigma Pi Sigma Worth It? Insights from Current Members
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Referencing Unpublished Papers and Presentations
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Good Books/Websites for Conceptual Physics
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Preparing for a Switch to EE with a Physics Degree?
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Courses Is Data Structures and Algorithms Worthwhile for Computational Physics Majors?
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Schools Anyone familiar with the University of Manchester?
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Struggling with Basic Integrals in Calculus?
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Graduate Research in Quantum Computation
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Choosing an Engineering Program at Waterloo University
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Choosing a School for Engineering
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Sequence Question: Taking E&M and Mechanics at the same time or no?
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Should I Choose a Thesis Track for My MS in CE If I'm Not Pursuing a PhD?
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MPhys in the USA? How do I pick a specialty?
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Biology and Physics? Biophysics, biomimetics ?
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Quantum Mechanics Resources: Websites & Books
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