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Grammar (ref index/indexes/indices) and appendix quesrtion

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Programs Computer science important for physics majors?

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Should I Choose a Management Minor or Focus on Physics and Math Classes?

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Schools How does UW's physics program compare to other top schools in Canada?

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Admissions Bad credit, a hindrance for grad admission?

  • unit_circle
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Schools University of Calgary for engineering

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Switching from engineering to physics despite parents' disappointment

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What are Some Other Fellowships Available for a PhD in Astrophysics?

  • Quaoar
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Research opportunities (undergrad)?

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Engineering combined with Medicine (M.D./Ph.D.)?

  • srnj222
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Schools How Much Does Studying in Europe Cost for an Irish Citizen?

  • DieCommie
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How do I get to where I want to go?

  • w3tw1lly
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Programs What is the Current and Future Job Market for PhD Physicists in the US?

  • fournier17
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What Schools/Universities Do You Attend/Teach At?

  • Office_Shredder
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How does anyone get through school?

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Schools Hoping For A Full Scholorship To A University

  • Sane
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Schools Grad Schools in Canada for Computational Physics Student

  • andytran
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Physics teachers: do you grade to motivate, or punish?

  • NutriGrainKiller
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Programs Dual degree in EE and physics with minors in math and chemistry?

  • leright
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Can't focus on topology assignment and probability midterm while sick?

  • JasonRox
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Should I Choose European History AP or Computer Science Next Year?

  • Ki Man
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Programs Second degree in Engineering w/ BSc Physics

  • echosmyron
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Deciding between Math or Physics for Gradschool

  • Karatechop
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Do I really need physics for Computers?

  • computerpunk
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Schools Is it worth considering attending grad school in Europe for particle physics?

  • mgiddy911
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Chances of Getting Into Cornell, Stony Brook, UIUC for Physics Major

  • mathlete
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Programs Switching from electrical engineering to physics for research-focused career

  • Fox5
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Functional Analysis for Derivatives Trading: Is it Beneficial?

  • barksdalemc
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I know the material inside and out, but then make dumb mistakes on tests

  • leright
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How difficult is first year calc-based physics?

  • Weave
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Does Junior High Performance Impact College Admissions?

  • Ki Man
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Courses A nuclear engineering course as a substitute for nuclear physics?

  • leright
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Is CSM Physics Harder Than MIT's?

  • Weave
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Choosing Between CU Boulder vs CU Denver: My Experience as a Physics Major

  • silverdiesel
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Programs Should Physics Majors Take Chemistry?

  • Apost8
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Earning second undergraudate in physics and going on to Ph.D.

  • BegPhys
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Programs PhD in Optics and Photonics. Any advice?

  • ratmmmb
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What is the importance of equations in publishing ideas about relativity?

  • notknowing
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Courses Optimal Course Selection for Math and Physics Students

  • courtrigrad
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Schools Graduate School Application (about dropped courses)

  • rad0786
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What to ask an electrical engineering advisor at sophomore check-in?

  • pete5383
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Is Teaching Really That Hard? Grading as a TA

  • ptabor
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Some Study method enquiry? physics

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Online distance education electives

  • jbusc
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Schools Applying to grad school in theoretical physics

  • StatusX
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Programs Can I Major in Physics Without AP Physics?

  • gandhiji
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Testing How should I study for the PSAT writing section?

  • courtrigrad
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Difficutties in Cambridge A-level

  • terainfizik
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How did u decide on which branch?

  • jactrigga
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Schools Applying to Grad School: How Many Should I Choose?

  • Physics_wiz
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What can I expect in Calc and how can I prepare for it?

  • Weave
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Programs How much freedom in your research do you get after you've started a Phd?

  • Starbug
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Futility of self-pride and indignation

  • zilchonymous
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MSc physics entrance criteria and syllabus at IITs

  • bjayaram
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How can I improve my understanding and memory of algebra for calculus?

  • Johnnycab
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EE or CE: Making a Major Decision in my 2nd Year

  • budala
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What books should I use to prepare for IIT JAM physics?

  • paru
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Programs What qualifications do I need to teach high school math in different states?

  • steelphantom
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Schools Can a Physics Degree Enhance Your Grad School Opportunities?

  • thinktank75
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Studying Best Physics Books: Stephen Hawking, Newton, Einstein

  • student85
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Which is harder: Math 341 statistics or Math 344 regression?

  • NINHARDCOREFAN
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Testing Testing out of calc based physics

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Which Universities Offer the Best Quantum Physics Programs?

  • jeffquique
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How can I improve my understanding of algebra?

  • 0rthodontist
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Were can i find list of subject that i can study in future?

  • lubby
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Empowering Middle School Girls in STEM

  • kolycholy
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Schools College Visit- What to look for?

  • dontbesilly
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Programs How is a PhD obtained and what is the thesis requirement?

  • AlbertEinstein
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Which Path Should Musicians Take: DSP, Communications Science, or Engineering?

  • snackanddrink
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How to study at uni? as in manage time/work.

  • alias25
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Schools Choosing Physics Grad Schools - Looking For Advice

  • weichi
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Programs Will a 3-Year General Science BSc Lead to a Job and What Are the Prospects?

  • physicsgal
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Planning to study Physics/Math in USA or UK

  • dx
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Should I pursue law school after my engineering degree?

  • makethings
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Where Can I Find Open Source Projects to Collaborate on as a Programmer?

  • mr_coffee
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Looking for a potential ugrad research mentor for this summer

  • leright
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Switching from medicine to physics

  • fournier17
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Testing How long is Ph.D qualifying exam? How long should I take for preparation?

  • Kinn Sein
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How to keep up with math lectures and notation

  • Poop-Loops
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Math degree online while stationed overseas in the UK

  • Cod
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What bothers me in Canada and/or USA

  • budala
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Where Can I Find GCE A-Level Past Papers and Mark Schemes?

  • desmond
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Order of classes for a part time student

  • Jeff Ford
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Schools How Important is Undergraduate GPA for Grad School Admission?

  • Quaoar
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Studying Effective Techniques for Note Taking from Textbooks

  • Checkfate
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Advice for Applying to Graduate School for Mathematics PhD

  • AndyF
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Space presentation to young audiences

  • zeithief
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Programs Engineering with a Physics degree

  • EP
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Feeling Lost in My First Quarter at UW?

  • Poop-Loops
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How to detect and analyse misconception?

  • lynuox
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How do the guys like Witten study physics?

  • huangz
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Free Publications Sites: Physics Articles

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How to leave a research advisor without damaging department relationships

  • unit_circle
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Programs What subjects are necessary for a major in Physics or Mathematics?

  • bkvitha
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Employment of Physics BScs in Canada

  • Nusc
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Programs Finding textbooks for physics and astrophysics double major

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