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Study Abroad for Engineering/Physics in Low Cost Countries

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Should i be worried? (DE Course)

  • Remixex
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Thesis formatting standards for physics undergraduates in Europe

  • Stella.Physics
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From physics BSc to materials PhD, will bad math grades hurt?

  • faradayfan
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Other Getting a physics theory reviewed at age 13

  • Isaac0427
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Programs Dual Majoring in Computer Science and Astrophysics

  • Bumpeh
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Programs 27 years old and want to major in physics

  • Galileo20
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Can an EE or ME degree lead to a career in aerospace engineering?

  • pioneerboy
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Schools High School Physics Placement Advice

  • Paulthevgnerd
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I need to learn Calculus 2 without dying

  • ztak07
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Struggling with AP Physics 1 in High School

  • Chevy1015
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Which Engineering Major is Best for AI and Software Development?

  • Fancypen
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Schools Physics vs. Electrical Engineering in college

  • nst.john
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What calculus 1 and trigonometry topics should I review before calculus 2?

  • Red October
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Are series and convergence tests useful in computer science?

  • Fancypen
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Programs Physics degree - careers that involve programming?

  • The Eraser
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Self study towards quantum mechanics, string theory etc.

  • SaiHV
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Programs MSc programs in climate and environmental physics with low fees for EU students

  • luxux
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Schools Enough Maths for Physics Grad School?

  • Mike K
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Moving between institutions at different stages

  • Maybe_Memorie
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Definition of "brief" for a personal statement?

  • Dishsoap
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Big Data in Physics: Quantum Mechanics/Particle Physics for Undergrads?

  • Ananthan9470
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What fields would an MS in Physics cover?

  • JOULEJATT
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Transferring to a decent school from a California CC

  • nikolaijw
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How i should proceed after reading Boas' book?

  • Andreol263
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Is a Masters in Nuclear Engineering Worth It for a Mechanical Engineer?

  • murdakah
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Programs Applied math major classes to take

  • studentintrain2
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Bringing cellphone to GRE test center

  • maNoFchangE
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Can I get masters in physics after bachelors in engineering?

  • JOULEJATT
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Deciding between group theory vs. complex analysis

  • TheCanadian
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What are the prerequisites for basic quantum mechaics

  • Intraverno
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Programs Should I Switch My Major from Electrical Engineering to Physics?

  • kgoro
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Programs Mechanical Engineering or Physics: Which Degree Should I Pursue First?

  • Frushe
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Is it possible or i am kidding my self?

  • brunopinto90
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What counts as reference data for a reference letter?

  • lepori
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Would love some Linear Alg and Modern Phy advice :)

  • geoboom
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Advice on Catching Up After 5 Years Away

  • J.J.T.
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How to count the number of words?

  • maNoFchangE
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Schools How to get good LORs for graduate school after graduating?

  • tjo5112
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Resources for the mathematically inept?

  • Cody Richeson
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Finding a reliable physics topic for IB extended essay

  • NameNotFound
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Best way of getting into cancer research?

  • Borseth
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Best online sources for learning maths to a 16 year old?

  • Gjmdp
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Is the IU East BA in Natural Science Worth Pursuing?

  • Gimblestitch
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Can't decide Mechanical vs Electrical Engineering

  • randomengineer
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Civil to Biomedical engineering?

  • Mddrill
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Signals and Systems + Electromagnetics classes

  • Gerardo Ortega
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How to cite for a figure taken from a paper?

  • maNoFchangE
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Self Studying Proof Based Calculus

  • joey674
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Can I Handle This Rigorous Course Load with a Part-Time Job?

  • TTM2025
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How to mention academic dishonesty to professor?

  • TheCanadian
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Antenna theory: needed foundation (online courses?)

  • IxRxPhysicist
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After BSc Physics? (Master of applied math, CS, engineering)

  • CY_Leung
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Masters (PhD if possible) online

  • flyguy
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To take DiFF EQ vs. PDE (sequence)

  • RJLiberator
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Struggling with AP Physics Mechanics despite strong math skills

  • Not a Wrench
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Time limit between GRE and application packages

  • maNoFchangE
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Ireland for theoretical physics [bachelor]

  • Max Genkin
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Should I Retake the General GRE if My PGRE Scores are Average?

  • warriorzizi
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Surviving 16 Credit Semester: Is It Doable?

  • jfh96
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Is it possible to learn pre-algebra to pre-calc in 9 months?

  • the legion
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Where to Find Challenging Problems for AP Physics C?

  • sjwon3789
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Convincing my parents to let me be a physicist

  • Meron
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Books for strengthening weak fundamentals in mechanical engineering

  • Ali Durrani
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How can I improve my math skills for IB HL physics?

  • Yagami Edo
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Struggling to understand inertia, energy, and torque in engines

  • Lokxxx
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Should I Continue Taking Programming Classes?

  • AceTrainerBlue
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Can I handle 18-21 units with 5 hard STEM classes for a double major?

  • Loststudent22
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How to prepare for the Feynman Lectures

  • Biscuit
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Plan for study in the US as an international student

  • HeisenbergGER
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US engineering schools with good aid and admission chances for Malaysian student

  • toforfiltum
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What could I do instead of engineering?

  • Tyrion101
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Admissions Applying for Ph.D program in physics and got 166 quant GRE

  • xdrgnh
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MS in Plasma Physics (Nuclear Fusion) -- France or Germany?

  • FrancisClinton
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Will leading an ASCE competition team help my engineering job prospects?

  • Mddrill
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Schools Does Honors status impact admissions for grad school?

  • circulos meos
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Electrical Engineering to physics--which subfield is best?

  • axmls
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Programs What must i do from now to ensure i get my degree in physics

  • Ameer Bux
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Understanding Physics: Best Way to Learn

  • Mohsin Rasheed
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How to walk my PI through a paper

  • yeshuamo
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How to transition from mechanical engineering to theoretical physics

  • Mayank Agrawal
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Schools Which are the best American universities for astronomy?

  • Omega Force
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Courses Should I take Math 25 or 55 at Harvard with competition math background?

  • TheLastMagician
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Why do schools in the US tend to offer direct entry into PhD programs?

  • Catria
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Teach Physics to GED Holder with No Math Background

  • mrnike992
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Is a physics/chemistry bachelor a physicist/chemist?

  • Gruxg
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Lunar and Planetary Laboratory vs. Steward Observatory

  • pioneerboy
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Electrical Engineering PhD application

  • nmaganzini
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The pre-PhD diploma program at ICTP

  • spaghetti3451
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Self-studying AP Physics C after IB Physics SL and AP Calculus BC

  • J. Cole Kaplan
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How is calculus 1 over the summer?

  • Geo_Zegarra2018
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Is Dropping an Unnecessary Course Worthwhile for a Double Major Student?

  • RJLiberator
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School internal exams and performance

  • sammyj7182
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A Levels: Struggling to Choose Science Subjects?

  • kyt
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