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Should Americans Pursue Post-Graduate Studies Abroad?
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In your education system, is physics closer to maths or to chemistry?
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One Physics MS semester left - what courses to take?
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Schools Will colleges [specifically MIT] see my achievements?
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Only took one upper-level QM course.
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Where Can I Find Calculus Problems with Explained Solutions?
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Mastering Exams: Time Management Tips for International Science Students
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Content for Algebra I/II and Precalculus and Trig.?
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Effective Methods for Learning Precalculus: Insights from Science
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Self Learning Calculus From the Beginning
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Engineering Physics to Robotics/Electrical Engineering
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Struggling with Newton's Second Law Equations
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Need research ideas: combining optics and visual arts
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Interested in Computer Science, not Engineering
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Interested in Experimental Physics, but no background what to do?
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Programs Give some suggestions about minor
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Deciding Between Calc 1 and Trig 1 in College
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MHB What to do when receiving a bad grade on assignment
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How to think of an interesting and useful calculation to do
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What level of mechanics should go for? | strategies for mastering problems?
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Best Way to Learn Introductory Signal Processing
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Switching to Engineering after Undergrad
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Nuclear Science and Technology For doing research in Controlled Nuclear Fusion
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Theoretical Physics: Investigating the Fundamental Laws of Nature
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What are the research opportunities for a PhD in astrophysics in Qatar?
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Programs New "Freshman" Physics (BS) Major
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What are some great science experiment ideas for a school project?
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How important is a coding portfolio for a Masters in Computer Science in Canada?
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Computer Science Courses to Learn: Beginner Guide
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Should I re-do the BS in physics or get an MS?
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Did anyone else strongly dislike QM?
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What should physicists know to excel in neuroscience?
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Aerospace Engineering Student: Advice Needed
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How bad is this? Can't get reference letter from top researcher
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Programs Do internships exist for people with Bachelor's degrees?
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Why do we do (homework) problems?
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Schools How much will a failed course sabotage my grad school applications?
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Schools GPA issue for US graduate school
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Useful skills/math courses in condensed matter physics
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Is a PhD in Paranormal Physics Worth Pursuing for a Self-Employed Physicist?
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Schools Schools Accepting Engineering Tech for MS in Engineering?
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Please advise me on how to study Gottfried QM
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Schools Choose College for Environmental Engineering: U of Wisc or U of Minn?
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Extended Essay Ideas -- F1 Racecar Aerodynamics?
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Strong letter of recommendation
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Quantum Mechanics for Electrical Engineers
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Online versus traditional engineering classes
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Should I Focus on End-of-Chapter Problems in Kleppner & Kolenkow?
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Is there a point to being a theoretical physicist?
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How to manage time during semester to study something extra you love
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Bachelor physics course with a large amount of modelling / simulation
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Solid state ultrafast spectroscopy - a good research direction?
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How to improve organization of math on a page?
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Astrophysics Education: High School Courses for Astrophysicists
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Should You Prioritize Research Over Competitions for Grad School Applications?
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Advice on transition from associates to bachelors
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Schools Going to graduate school for physics or back to undergraduate for engineering?
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What are the key steps to becoming a biophysicist?
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Struggle learning fluid mechanics
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How are you supposed to "Study" physics?
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Is there a more effective way to study physics?
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Schools Can I Access University Libraries Without Being a Student?
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Options for Pursuing Physics Degree While Working Full-Time
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Intro help for quantum theory -Middle School
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Schools Indian Colleges offering B.Sc Physics (H)
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Can Sealed Felony Charges Affect Teaching Opportunities?
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Schools Questions about physics and mathematics majors in college and courses?
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AP Statistics and AP Computer Science
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Is Continuing with a Physics Major Worth It?
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Why do problem sets take me so long?
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Studying Buying textbooks as opposed to borrowing these
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Multiple Choice for Physics Courses
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Programs Should I change my major to Physics? Help please.
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Programs Calculus 3 or LA/DQ to help decide a major
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Improve Your Math Skills: Tips for Boosting Your Intelligence and Confidence
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Becoming a Physicist: US Universities for High School Student from India
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Schools Choosing Between Oxford, Lancaster & Bath: Maths & Physics Options
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Programs Conversion of physics degree to meng in aerospace
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Options for Physics Majors After Graduation
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What topics are covered in computer science courses?
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Defining Quantities and Units in Scientific Papers: How to Handle Unusual Forms?
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Schools How to get scholarship from a leading university?
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Taking graduate level courses as an undergraduate.
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Programs Computer Science Degree w/out Probability & Statistics Required
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Transfer options in the LA area?
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How do I know if its me or my study habits?
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Future in Physics? A Student's Questions
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How to mention self study of physics in undergraduate application
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Dependent upon solution manuals and rant about school
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Does anybody have experience in Systems Engineering?
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How to do Undergraduate Engineering Research?
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Aerospace Students: How close is thermofluids to aero?
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Need helps for my final year project topic
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Programs Should I Complete an Associate Degree or Pursue a Minor in Computer Science?
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Are Math PhD Programs Funded Like Engineering/Science Ones?
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How can I stand out from other PhD applicants?
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Physics A, B & C - Differences & My Son's AP Class
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Help Others in Higher Level Math & Statistics: What's the Best Action?
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Linear Algebra and Discrete Math at the same time?
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Finding a German University for Theoretical Physics Masters Programs
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