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Preparing for Physics Qualifying Exams: Tips and Strategies for Success

  • wotanub
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Schools Should I Retake Physics I at University?

  • sheldonrocks97
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Do I just stop worrying about my performance?

  • gfd43tg
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Help in choosing 4 upper division physics classes.

  • Duderonimous
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What does it mean to be good at math ?

  • aerospacedout
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Any Univeristy offering PhD in Building/Designing/Creating some stuff?

  • koolraj09
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How to get 100% in Physics course?

  • MathINTJ
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Ever had a point where you wanted to quit?

  • fu11meta1
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Accelerated Master's Program VS Phd

  • stardust
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Opportunity of physics scholarships

  • stardust
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How to break up with a professor.

  • Darth Frodo
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Does physics get more interesting?

  • 11thHeaven
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Linear algebra vs. classical mechanics

  • jbrussell93
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Programs Cannot get a math major because of technicalities

  • Dishsoap
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What makes undergraduate research publishable?

  • pantheid
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Wisconsin or Michigan for nuclear engineering (fusion) PhD?

  • Fusiontron
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Difficulty level of upper div physics classes?

  • ThugFish
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Should I Study Mining Engineering or Physics?

  • PiperTage
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Navigating a Failing Research Project: Tips and Strategies

  • vysethecoward
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Schools The Difference Between Sub 3.0 and 3.0 GPA for Grad School

  • NotAScience
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Electrical Engineering vs Physics vs Computer Science

  • sheldonrocks97
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Reviewing manuscript for labmate, and they use truncated bar graphs

  • gravenewworld
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Mathematics Learning, Studying and Education Proposal

  • Fantini
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Schools Is research experience necessary for a successful PhD application?

  • thomsm10
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MIT International transfer experience

  • Frigorifico
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Programs How to get into nuclear power career from Physics degree?

  • sa1988
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Doing very theoretical undergrad research?

  • UVW
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Returning to Study Physics: Overcome Fear & Relearn Maths

  • EnchantedEggs
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Is it possible to learn physics by myself?

  • superduck
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How to Think Like a Mechanical Engineer

  • jdawg
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Statistical Mechanics = Nightmare

  • AdkinsJr
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Looking For Academic Guidance - I'm struggling a bit

  • NeedBranes
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Tips for Cramming Physics Definitions & Concepts

  • smart_worker
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Testing Prepare for GRE Physics: Tips & Sample Questions

  • F1225
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Can a 13-year-old learn physics?

  • Lumberjack400
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When Are Ph.D Qualifying Exams Taken in the US?

  • Judas503
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Need help studying for upper level physics quals?

  • Physics_UG
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Physics Summer Programs for 10th Grader: After PARI Program

  • connorp
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PhD in Robotics/Electronics Engineering?

  • sloan13
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Publishing a Result: Rules of Thumb

  • center o bass
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Schools REU or Summer Research at Own University?

  • salicupchek
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Considering getting my Masters in Math after Undergrad

  • JessicaJ283782
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Looking for a thermodynamics review for graduate stat mech

  • mjordan2nd
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Not sure to take Methods of Discrete Mathematics after Calculus 1

  • TitoSmooth
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DOE SULI internships - how competitive?

  • hkcool
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A good time to join the graphene bandwagon?

  • fiziks
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Why I hate the educational system.

  • TitoSmooth
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Schools Teaching While in Grad School: Any Funny Stories?

  • astrogal19
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Advice for 17yo Interested in Physics Career

  • Amrator
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BS in Mathematics MS in Software Engineering?

  • SMA_01
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Guidance for Pursuing MsC/PhD Degrees After a Career Change: Expert Opinions

  • WannabeFeynman
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Internships for 1st-year students (UK)

  • lizzie96
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Traits/talents necessary to succeed in MechE or EE.

  • Soliptic
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How to Become a Successful Electronics Engineer: Tips and Advice"

  • Alpharup
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Is Specializing in Theoretical Physics Worth the Risk at Age 32?

  • SPK81
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Any benefit to a Mech Eng. learning CNC machining?

  • 2slowtogofast
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Does Physics get more abstract with the more advanced topics?

  • Matt2411
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Where to Pursue a Master Thesis in Thermodynamics in Europe?

  • Muhammad
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Programs After BA in math, then engineer degree? HELP

  • yan0821
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Master in applied mathematics, MA in math, and Ms in math?

  • yan0821
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What kind of people are suitable of doing research in quantum gravity?

  • john951007
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Schools Junior level needs advice on graduate schools and academic culture

  • oddjobmj
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Programs Deciding Between Second Major to go with Maths

  • AXidenT
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Weak fundamentals, but easily understand hard concepts

  • WannabeFeynman
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Why was I waitlisted for UMN Twin Cities?

  • sheldonrocks97
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Pablo Bahler: Physics Bachelor Questions, University of Leipzig

  • pablo.93
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Physics or Engineering? The age old question.

  • GodPlaysDice
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Programs Major in Engineering or CS & Physics double? Please help me choose.

  • need_academic
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MIT Physics Challenge Problems (OCW)

  • Ascendant78
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Which undergrad maths units for post-grad theoretical particle physics

  • Ferrel81
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Best programming language for aspiring physics and engineers?

  • basics
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Opinions Wanted: Is Intellectual Peaking Age-Dependent?

  • mmont012
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Which maths should I need for QFT?

  • Sussan
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Recommendations for Study Materials [QM]

  • xWaffle
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Getting into Engineering with an MSc?

  • 11thHeaven
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Is It Appropriate to Confront a Professor About Wasting Lecture Time?

  • Dembadon
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In need of a suggestion [proposal for school science club].

  • BH Wiz
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Who picks your research topic for a PhD?

  • TomServo
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Programs Double Major Astronomy & Biophysics

  • YellowTang13
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Programs Cater physics degree to possible forensic career?

  • ForensicPhysic
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Undergraduate level research topic in physics

  • manimaran1605
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How can I inspire my 7 year old genius?

  • icrissy
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Schools Physics Evening Masters at the University of Washington

  • accelerandom
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What engineering professions are open to me without Bio?

  • Felchi
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Schools Any University offering a PhD in Analytics ?

  • nishant988
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Most valuable graduate courses?

  • shines57
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Best materials to prepare for pGRE?

  • pantheid
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Schools Low gpa, any chance of getting into a good grad school?

  • iScience
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Physics Two, I don't know if I will make it through the course

  • hlhewitt
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Understanding Physics as an Older Student: Struggles and Solutions

  • piisexactly3
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Advice on choosing my physics undergraduate institution

  • grove339
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What is the Meaning of Mathematics Sense?

  • superduck
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Can I do theoretical physics in an astrophysics candidates, masters?

  • rocket123456
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Doing Mathematical Research: Questions Answered

  • crownedbishop
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Is Age a Barrier for Pursuing a PhD in Physics?

  • boltzman1969
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Is Being an Engineering Student Really THAT Bad?

  • sheldonrocks97
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From applied mathematics to physics.

  • papajo
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Which Book Should I Start With for Self-Taught Physics?

  • ryanmckenzie
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