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Schools Upgrading my High School Physics mark

  • Starrk
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What is a Good Masters Thesis for Astronomy?

  • ecastro
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Mathematical Physics vs Applied Mathematics?

  • WineRedPsy
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Programs USC vs. Rice: Which University is Best for Undergraduate Physics?

  • sarvesh0303
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Inside the Football Factory - Education, Sports and Kids

  • Greg Bernhardt
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Chemistry PhD to atomic or molecular physics research career

  • Darwinder
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Should I Take a Gap Year Before Grad School for Astrophysics Research?

  • majormuss
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What's something to self learn for ChemE/EE in 3 months

  • iwantcalculus
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Overcoming Discouragement in Physics: Advice Needed

  • paalfis
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Teach Myself Advanced Math/Physics/Astronomy

  • Falcon9
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I want to go back to school for Physics

  • Taylor Bottles
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I just failed my thermodynamics course

  • laser_12
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Should I take physics as a sophomore?

  • keyblade
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What level of math is needed for a theoretical physics career?

  • Gurasees
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Schools Mechanical Engineering and High school problem

  • Timothy Stevens
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Abstract algebra or set theory for graduate physics?

  • saybrook1
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Differential Geometry vs. General Relativity

  • pierce15
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Testing Compensation for publishing quantum physics research discoveries

  • Symmetry777
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What is a good start to learning quantum physics?

  • Shulk
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What do you do when you're unmotivated?

  • DataGG
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Schools How to assess fit for top graduate physics programs

  • djh101
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I don't know where to start learning mechanics.

  • needforthc
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Theory -->Experiment for Graduate application.

  • bluechic92
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Programs Major in Mathematics and Physics

  • Dattebayo
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Schools Canada Universities - Nonlinear Optics -

  • Luis MG
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Teaching myself geometry, algebra 2, and calculus.

  • FuturePhysicist
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Physics theory for Computer Scienece ?

  • desmond iking
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Overcoming Struggles with Abstract Math: My Personal Experience

  • duey07
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Schools Will low grade 11 marks affect early university acceptance in IB program?

  • ibhelp123
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Should I Take Algebra 4 for My Mathematics Degree?

  • John Ralph
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Trying To Become Either a Physicist, Chemist or Biologist.

  • TheBiologist
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I'm in a predicament. (Long, TL;DR at bottom)

  • mwlee29
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Applied Mathematics and Electrical Engineering

  • Mathmaybe
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Vector Calculus, Multivariable Calculus, Linear Algebra

  • member 508213
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Which areas of maths are from which fundamental areas

  • samgrace
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How to effectively learn during lectures?

  • JJHK
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Studying Where Can I Find Introductory Physics E-books for Kindle?

  • The12thDoctor
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Schools Freaking out - Not sure if I have a shot at grad school

  • JKit
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Programs Which PhD program in Physics is about Bioinformatics

  • Alicia6
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Career prospects and salary for astrophysicists

  • pressedflowers
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Shoud I take Ring/Field Theory or Complex Analysis?

  • chahmquahk
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Will a B in Algebra 2 hurt my chances at MIT or Caltech?

  • robotseatcookie
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Should I retake E&M next fall to preserve my 4.0 for graduate school?

  • Dishsoap
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Programs Pursuing an ME Degree; Need confidence

  • ArsenalDC
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Benefits of publishing work instead of posting online

  • mcjosep
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Mathematics, Physics, and Engineering

  • PFuser1232
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Switching to astrophysics after photonics PhD (complications)

  • latefogle
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How Do I Publish a Theoretical Paper in Psychology and Neuroscience?

  • HyperActive
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Interested in going into Electrical field (highschool student)

  • ItsAdoS
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Graduate school list for condensed matter physics with 700 PGRE

  • bluechic92
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Schools Interested in Nuclear Physics - How's my grad school list?

  • Sats
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Programs Changing Major and Graduate Admission in Engineering

  • PhysArts
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Can mechanical engineering use my physics and cosmology interests?

  • solisspirit
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If I can spare one or two hours daily (how to improve my higher math skills)

  • A.Magnus
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Should I take abstract algebra, number theory, or symbolic logic?

  • Seda S
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Admissions Prerequisites for applying in a major in mathematics

  • LostPerson
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Testing What are the prerequisites for SAT subject tests and ACT without writing?

  • Maddie1609
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Mathematics needed to be an astrophysics

  • tfhub
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Do engineers learn lots of physics?

  • Seabass
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Next Step: 2nd B.S. or M.S. (different from 1st B.S.)

  • Cod
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Schools Graduate school in applied math, physics, or engineering?

  • olheiser01
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Schools Is Starting a Ph.D. After 30 Uncommon?

  • copernicus1
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Statistics vs computer science

  • Woojin
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Propulsion Engineer: Pursuing a Career in the Space Industry

  • b c
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Schools Advice on fallback schools for physics

  • jjones1319
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Is Liberal Arts More Challenging Than Mathematics?

  • L.Newton
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A question for those who are good physicists

  • Breo
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Can I Pass Math 295/296 Test Out?

  • TimeInquirer
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Can Superconducting Generators Improve Efficiency in Hydropower Plants?

  • Tseyrin
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Can someone look at my statement of purpose?

  • xdrgnh
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Schools Preparing for calculus-based physics and self-studying asteroid deflection

  • vaironl
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Programs Alternative master's degree with a bachelor in physics

  • Physics2.0
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Which Science Requires the Most Memorization?

  • bballwaterboy
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Comparative Difficulty of Sciences?

  • bballwaterboy
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Programs I know which jobs, but not which major. CE or EE?

  • Timb0Slice
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High School Guidance for Aspiring Particle Physicist

  • J7H18
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Is it Possible to Challenge Real Analysis I and II for Grad School Credit?

  • tmbrwlf730
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Starting my Self-Study of Rigorous Mathematics

  • Tee2612
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Is There Hope for Me to Excel in Math While Working Full-Time?

  • RufusDawes
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Independent Study: What is next?

  • Adsit_Deus
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Schools Academic Planning and Graduate School

  • CopperNerves
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Testing Do I have a chance with low physics gre ?

  • tfhub
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Study Plan for Astronautic Systems

  • Domn
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Should I go with physics or engineering?

  • AstroK
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Automotive Engineering career advice

  • Austin Finley
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What courses I have after bachelor in Software Engineering?

  • mosta7008
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Programs Do electrical engineering majors typically enjoy hobby electronics?

  • axmls
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Can applied physicists be CFD analysts

  • HRishabh
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Struggling with motivation to study physics

  • aurelien
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Physics Research Project Ideas (First year physics course)

  • codymcleod
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Self-studying introductory physics to prepare for Modern Physics course

  • bacte2013
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Applied mechanics vs. engineering physics for PhD preparation

  • lirkepirk
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Schools How good is my graduate school application despite meh GRE scores.

  • xdrgnh
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What should I review for grad school in physics?

  • mattlweiss
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Unsure about Content of Statement of Purpose

  • Wolfman29
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Schools Recommendation for able high school physics students

  • eifphysics
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Opinions on the inclusion of internet references in a dissertation

  • rwooduk
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