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Best way to prepare over the summer for engineering school?

  • Summonthegoat
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PhD in Physics at US after MTech in Electrical Engg.

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MSc. in Physics after MTech in Engineering

  • precise
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Programs Best double major with math for employment?

  • TheKracken
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Schools Grad School Admission Dilemma: Mechanical Engineering vs. Mathematics Background

  • member 428835
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Go from Physics to Engineering: Graduate School Options

  • MightyDogg
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Programs Transition to EE master from physics degree

  • twlin93
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Is Vector Calculus Needed for Statistics?

  • laz0r
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Chances of getting into medical physics programs

  • ramsburg86
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Has anyone gone from chemistry to physics?

  • djh101
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Schools Which School is Better for a Physics Major: UCSB or UC Berkeley?

  • zdrew
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Schools Graduate school after quitting in the past

  • mathphdat30?
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Referencing in Report Writing: Moebius Transformations

  • jimmycricket
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Mech Engineer to a PhD in Physics

  • lazypast
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Need Help with Physics Practical Project

  • pimm94
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Programs Discouraged Math Major: Am I Fit for the Field?

  • koh94
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Schools Antenna (RF/Microwave) Engineering Schools

  • xxsteelxx
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Schools Question about Math grad school?

  • emlekarc
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Which courses should I cover to become involved in string theory?

  • sinaphysics
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Proof Laden Semester - Should I?

  • sythrox
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Programs Thinking about majoring in physics; practical advice?

  • Axel Harper
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Relativistic electron theory references?

  • wotanub
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Grad School or Job After Physics Degree: What Should You Choose?

  • elegysix
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Schools Advice about colleges for studying abroad

  • ythamsten
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Schools Majoring in physics at a lower tier university/career options

  • SonnyTorres95
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Does Computer Science a science that uses statistical methods?

  • annoyinggirl
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Schools What should I know before applying to university?

  • 462chevelle
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Programs A few questions about double majoring in Physics/Math.

  • PhysicsPhan
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Please help me refine a dissertation topic in mathematical logic

  • wigglywoogly
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Schools Deciding Between USC and Roanoke for College: Guidance Needed

  • Physics2341313
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Should I go for Liberal Arts Physics?

  • tidalwave
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Choosing Between Physics, CS & Statistics: Advice Needed

  • NATURE.M
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Switch to chemical engineering or stick with biochem?

  • lovethesun
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CC student struggling with dedicating to calculus workload

  • BreathingGloom
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Applied physics, theoretical physics and engineering

  • Blissed
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Should I Choose a Young PhD Adviser Without Tenure?

  • cytochrome
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What math class should I take next?

  • koh94
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Schools What does this essay topic exactly mean? (university application)

  • golu14
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Schools Which Study Approach Should I Take for Grad School Math Prep?

  • dkotschessaa
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Vector Analysis: Ready for 300 Level Math?

  • sheldonrocks97
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Schools What to ask when visiting a university?

  • TheKracken
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Which type of class really is harder?

  • Tyrion101
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Schools Ruined College Career But Still Fascinated

  • elconquistador
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Improving Awful Reading Comprehension

  • sloan13
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Best Way to Learn Calculus on My Own?

  • mrnike992
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Schools High school student submitting a paper?

  • Brch
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Should I Switch to Physics for a Career in Nanotechnology?

  • Delgado_72
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Intimidated by an Upcoming Course

  • kq6up
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Seeking Advanced Text In Mathematics/Mathematical Physics

  • Calabi_Yau
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Plasma Physics PhD in the US vs UK

  • Bracklesham
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Physics/Mechanical senior project brainstorming

  • mbigras
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Chemistry or Chemical Physics? A story about a man and his dilemma.

  • HeavyMetal
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Studying Recommended Number Theory Textbooks?

  • x BlueRobot
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Undergrad Switch from Computer Science to Physics.

  • walsh1235
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Choosing a PhD Adviser - Advice on Making the Right Choice

  • cytochrome
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Schools Decision on which college to attend; nuclear engineering interest

  • twinmom
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Need advice on the efficiency of a particular study habit that I have.

  • ImAstudent
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Geometric Algebra: Is It Worth Studying for Physics?

  • ralqs
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Getting to Grips with Advanced Physics for Students

  • guitarphysics
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Turning down an opportunity because you feel you aren't qualified

  • Dishsoap
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Is Vixra a crackpot site or an alternative ?

  • Chetan_Waghela
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Programs Jobs for a bachelors degree in physics?

  • eshah5759
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Taking Physics this Fall: General or Analytical?

  • sunny79
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Informal acceptance, but no word since

  • pantheid
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What exactly is applied mathematics?

  • emlekarc
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So interested in Physics/ComSci but can't make sense of math

  • fde645
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Schools Upward trend and applying to graduate school

  • radium
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Programs Master in Electrical Engineering from Physics degree

  • twlin93
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PhD in Physics at UCI vs Materials Science and Engineering UCR

  • greenmike
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PhD Physics in Europe with Low Grade but a potential Publication

  • Chetan_Waghela
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How Do Physics Concepts Explain Computer Functionality?

  • ma.go
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Schools Getting all three degrees (B.Sc., Masters and PhD)from same University

  • JessicaJ283782
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How to know whether I can handle analysis or not and how can I prepare

  • member2357
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The Math You Need to Learn Physics (Introductory Level)

  • Exoplanet
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Offered research experience in Astro as a CC Student

  • TheKracken
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How Can a First-Year Undergrad Improve in Physics Quickly?

  • EmSeeSquared
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Asked to Withdraw from my program, asking for advise

  • kevinz11ca
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Schools Math Grad School after long break

  • MostlyHarmless
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Top Physics Grad Program Rankings- according to students

  • jgrossman
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Schools My chances of making it into university?

  • Amr
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Harsh or Laid Back? Choosing Between Advisors for Research Opportunities

  • dipole
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Thinking about giving up physics

  • Geometry_dude
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Schools Retracting Acceptance Offer to Graduate School - Consequences?

  • MPKU
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How Do Different Orders of Taylor Expansion Affect Free-Fall Landing Times?

  • HomogenousCow
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Need a strategy for independently studying physics for molecular bio

  • CYP450
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Preparing for a combinatorics course

  • asdf-jkl
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Bachelors in Physics vs Mathematics vs Mech. Eng., need advice

  • golu14
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Electrical or Computer Engineering

  • jasowers
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Working With Non-traditional and New Professors

  • cytochrome
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Academic achievements during secondary edu. what do i write about?

  • golu14
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Schools Planning for graduate school in mathematics

  • DeadOriginal
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Prepare for Physics Labs & Reports | Tips & Resources

  • shanepitts
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What Are the Sub-Fields of Theoretical Physics?

  • ThomGunn
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PhD not technically in physics, need advice

  • Naz93
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Is material Science & Engineering more science than engineering?

  • Toonation
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Advice on what to do after my masters

  • lol_nl
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Engineering or Physics for Entrepreneurship?

  • mikey123555
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Early trouble in undergrad (Please advise)

  • accioquote
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How Can I Improve My Chances of Landing an Astrophysics Internship?

  • SpaceNerdz
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