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Physics topic to write about for a mathematics class?

  • Mary
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Schools High school honors vs college honors?

  • breebreebran
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Engineering PhD - everything should be decent but the GPA

  • safkjldfk
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Studying Books for jee main/advanced(aieee/iit jee)

  • smart_worker
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Schools Whoever helps me choose between these universities gets Ice-Cream 8D

  • Abyssium
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Advice and what to consider when choosing a graduate program

  • ggb123
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Intermediate Mechanics and Intermediate Electricity & Magnetism

  • stefan10
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Programs Difficulties encountered in my Physics degree, what should I do?

  • AlexCdeP
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Recommended Undergraduate Courses for Medical Physics

  • grantwilliams
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Math Major: Pursue or Not? - Advice from Experienced Math Majors

  • Vahsek
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Is mechanics supposed to be this hard?

  • Radarithm
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Getting good at classical mechanics?

  • EmSeeSquared
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What Should I do for a Math Project?

  • sheldonrocks97
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General vs. Specialized Engineering

  • sloan13
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What Should I Do to Improve My Math Skills for Studying Physics in College?

  • smart_worker
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I - ly - trouble with calculus class

  • lol
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I Have Trouble Understanding Physics, Will Higher-Level Math help?

  • mrnike992
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Studying Where Can I Find Books to Learn Electrical Engineering?

  • kevingute
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Looking for info on UC Santa Cruz Mathematics

  • ruso
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Bachelor's in math + master's engineering or just bachelor's eng?

  • EternusVia
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Does anyone in the US use A4-sized notebooks?

  • Lavabug
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Skipping class because it is just so dull

  • Dohbis
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Schools College Courses - What profession would be better suited for me?

  • J.Balthazar
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Is AMO the Right Fit for My Physics Research Career?

  • chill_factor
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How should I deal with experimental physics?

  • leo.
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Schools Some questions about applying to graduate school

  • Dishsoap
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How to get better at optimization calculus 1 problems

  • TitoSmooth
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Schools Suggestions for grad schools to apply to

  • deekin
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Masters in Engineering: Should I Pursue an MSc in the UK?

  • MyWifesABobcat
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Postgraduate studies in Particle Physics or Radiation Physics?

  • Poisonedhoney
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Thermodynamics: Aim & Goals Explained

  • Logic Cloud
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Is UMass Amherst the Right Choice for My Physics Career Path?

  • mankin2006
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Quantum Computing Career Choices: Money, Classes, Colleges, and Languages

  • Kimorto
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Are Integral Equations Essential for Understanding Physics?

  • pantheid
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Do I need professional qualifications in management accountancy ?

  • m1c
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Want to have a PhD with full funding

  • spacemonkey412
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Thinking of switching from Chemistry to Physics

  • MightyDogg
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Schools Is a young and not-too-established graduate department a good choice for me?

  • Lavabug
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Cannot get an REU and my school doesn't have any research

  • E7.5
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Proper sequence for re-learning mathematics

  • s0laris
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Scholarships for 12th Grade Passers Majoring in Physics

  • smart_worker
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Problems w/ REU: Unfair Application Process?

  • oliviam212
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Programs (Theoretical) Particle Astrophyiscs? (Degree?)

  • Phlippieskeze
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Programs Economics or Applied Math major with better job propsects?

  • annoyinggirl
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Schools Prestige of a grad school vs. Research fit

  • mal1990
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Comparing CU Boulder & UC Irvine for Physics Majors

  • Ali
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I thought I lost my passion for physics

  • Bishop556
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PhD in Accelerator Physics (EE or Physics?)

  • jtf
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Which graduate math courses for mathematical physics

  • tmbrwlf730
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Would getting a W look bad on transcript in this case.

  • xdrgnh
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Why Is Physics So Fascinating to Me?

  • quantum_smile
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Which Major Should I Choose: Physics or Computer Science?

  • dcasarrubias
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Confused between mathematical physics and theoretical physics

  • Giant
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Deciding Between AP Physics B & C for Engineering Majors

  • jouncey
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I'm looking for some interesting calculus/physics problems to do

  • mcnallyhamster
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General and/or Specific Advice For a Fall 2014 Freshman

  • Chronum
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Help me to choose an Aeronautical Engineering School Please

  • selo1010
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Is this an effective way to learn physics/maths/chemistry?

  • annoyinggirl
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Graduate Reference: Getting a Professional Math Ref.

  • Shackleford
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UCSB vs UWaterloo: Comparing College Research & Grad School Options

  • neerajareen
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Undergraduate Research: To diversify or specialize?

  • CFlower
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Programs Wish to pursue MS in biology. What should I major in as an undergrad?

  • ode_to_joy
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Schools Should I Stay at My Current School for Grad School?

  • thegreenlaser
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CU-Boulder vs. URochester for Physics

  • evanatch
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Rounding out my Physics BS with other classes?

  • 45ias
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Please Advise: BS in Astrophysics, What Next?

  • drewb
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Rejected from all REUs. What am I lacking?

  • pantheid
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UCSB CCS vs Berkeley for Undergrad Research

  • Lelephant
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Schools Returning to school after failing out = lower chances for grad school?

  • Dishsoap
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Taking Fluff Classes for College Graduation

  • Dishsoap
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Theory project for an inexperienced student- ideas?

  • lizzie96
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How prevalent is geometric algebra/calculus?

  • Mike706
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Independent Study Ideas: Physics and Programming

  • TheDemx27
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Geometric Algebra, prerequisites to studying? Anyone here study it?

  • DrummingAtom
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Schools Should i get recommendation from math teacher for physics grad school

  • Aziza
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What is conducting academic (Math) research like?

  • JessicaJ283782
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Is there a better way to approach experimental physics labs?

  • Carnivroar
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Master degree - Mathematical modelling or Astro?

  • Tom83B
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Studying What textbooks correspond to what courses?

  • Frozen Light
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Schools Lots of free time. Things to read/study before grad school?

  • Lavabug
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Guilt over neglecting subjects I don't like

  • Bipolarity
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How to prepare for IIT JAM Physics?

  • rahulmurali194
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Medical Physics, Astrophysics or something else?

  • Debran
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Discrete Math or Linear Algebra.

  • sunny79
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Schools Open University degree vs normal degree

  • Giant
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Leaving PhD program with a Masters

  • collectedsoul
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How Do You Manage Learning Overload?

  • z.js
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How would someone study physics effectively?

  • Radarithm
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How Competitive are Medical Physics Programs?

  • Cathmore
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Is it possible to choose between two passions?

  • BHL 20
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Best UK places to study engineering

  • epenguin
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Study Physics Masters in Australia | University of Sydney

  • banankerdi
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Schools Mindset before the last attempt of an exam in graduate school

  • marellasunny
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Schools One Quick question about Graduate school

  • dcasarrubias
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Should I Study Physics in Italy or the UK?

  • Grosvenor2
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How much does it matter where you went to undergrad?

  • Dishsoap
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Is Natural Mathematical Ability Required To Be A Physicist?

  • BadgerBadger92
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