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Is an Intro to Logic Class Helpful for Transitioning into Higher Mathematics?

  • TheKracken
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Schools Subpar GPA; Aspirations for Grad School and cross discipline research

  • Frioz
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Schools How important is your grad school research to future positions?

  • TomServo
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Programs Is this considered a 'pure math' major?

  • imull
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Lost My Mojo: How Can I Regain My Academic Motivation?

  • doctorwes
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Opinion about LaserLab VU at VU Amsterdam

  • Say
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Need guidance/advice on post-secondary

  • cmcraes
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Average Grade of Bachelor's Degree in Physics: Seeking Answers

  • Wuberdall
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What can I reasonably expect from a professor?

  • oneamp
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Physics Self-Study Course: Textbooks for MIT/CalTech Qualifying Exam

  • GetANobel
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Tips for an aspiring astronomer?

  • Tina S.
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Boost Your Physics Grades: Tips from a Columbia University Student

  • SpaceMusicGeek
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Physics needed for electronic engineering

  • B4ssHunter
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Schools GPA, grades, C's, grad school (typical post probably)

  • Tonyli
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Which Class Should I Take: Upper Division ODE or PDE?

  • Ash L
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Schools Becoming a Physicist/Graduate School

  • enulc
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What course should I take next after Real Analysis I?

  • alyafey22
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What to study in mathematics after taking basic math courses?

  • Minhtran1092
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GRE Practice Exams: Official Sample or Quizzes?

  • MPKU
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Self Study for Physics for a mechanical engineer

  • cxcxcx0505
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Schools Is Pursuing a Ph.D. in Physics Worth the Risk of Losing Your Passion?

  • Avhockey11
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Can you do research in your spare time?

  • TysonM8
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Medical Physics ^ Computational Medicine?

  • tmbrwlf730
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Material Science Engineering.What is it? Give me a good description.

  • Toonation
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Programs Feeling stuck in a major I don't care for

  • member 392791
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Is an Engineering Thermodynamics Class Beneficial for a Physics Major?

  • coca-cola
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Programs Co-op as a physics major - is it worth it?

  • sardoj
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What kind of jobs do physicists get?

  • Jarfi
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Quantum Mechanics Courses Over the Summer

  • Lynn171
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Programs Advice on Majoring for West Virginia Tech Seniors

  • imull
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DPhil at Oxford: Is it Worth a Shot?

  • PhysMathsMan
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Undergrad researching but not publishing

  • Hercuflea
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Master of physics after bachelor in computer engineering

  • FayezS
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Should I Choose Ryerson or UofT for Physics in Toronto?

  • x86
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Are Personal Statements Actually Supposed to be Personal?

  • Izzhov
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Programs Should I major in physics after all?

  • FatalTragedy
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How Can I Stay Consistent and Motivated While Studying Independently?

  • Hierophant
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Programs What is the employment outlook for a B.Sc degree in nanoscience?

  • Megalo
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Is it okay if I don't like statistical mechanics?

  • TomServo
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Should I Get an Associate's Degree for Physics?

  • Edward22
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Struggling Math Major Seeks Advice on Passing Physics Class

  • rudin
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Math Physicists: Training in Physics?

  • NATURE.M
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What courses can I expect after calculus?

  • Joe626
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Thinking about taking a year off after graduation

  • denjay
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Chemical physics vs physics for Bio-Physics

  • TheKracken
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I am Struggling in Calculus II, any Tips?

  • sheldonrocks97
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Foreigner trying to get into MIT

  • Superposed_Cat
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Should I Take a PMP Certification Course?

  • inotyce
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Testing Missed the reg deadline for the physics GRE

  • Physics_UG
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Dilemma? - Am I cut out to pursue masters in physics

  • Sriki
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Is Trying Too Hard the Reason for Exam Failures?

  • Urmi Roy
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Schools Grad school apps: attaching proof of scholarships/awards?

  • Lavabug
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Do I need to know Solid State Physics for Field Theory?

  • ainster31
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Schools 19 credits next semster, community college

  • TheKracken
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Best YouTube channels for science education

  • AmazingLight
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Schools Merging of Schools: STEM Degree Concerns in North Georgia

  • kickthatbike
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Is that OK to use cover letter template for Ph.D. application

  • aworrystudent
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  • Poll Poll

Does School Name Really Matter for Joe Student?

  • publicboolean
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Learn Math & Physics: How to Go Forward

  • tridianprime
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Which Physics Electives are Best for Preparing for Graduate School?

  • baker0
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Most competitive field in physics?

  • Fizicks1
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How Long to Reach College Level Calculus?

  • xsgx
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Best programming language for physics

  • Crake
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What classes do I need? What do I need to study?

  • alexis12
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Quantum computation vs classic computation

  • cyborgfuture
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Schools Started university mathematics and struggling

  • converting1
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Schools Want to go to eng grad school, will a bad lab grade affect this?

  • dj246
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Finding work to do research on

  • Bipolarity
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Place to study electromagnetic space drives?

  • ForedeckYoda
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Schools Making sense of college class numbers?

  • Tyrion101
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Did it used to be easier to get a PH.D?

  • epislon58
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Programs Majoring in Physics: My Stuation

  • NextElement
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Can I Pursue Electrical Engineering Technology Without High School Physics?

  • NextElement
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Schools What did physicists study in grad school in the early 1900's?

  • BucketOfFish
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Programs Undergraduate degree to graduate degree in Nuclear Engineering

  • axmls
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Is a Finite Element Method Course Right for Me?

  • cytochrome
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Physics - EE - Audio Engineering

  • YAHA
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How Can You Effectively Study at Home?

  • igorronaldo
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Schools How does one pay for graduate school?

  • Hodgey8806
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How does one make sure that one had understood the material studied?

  • arroy
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Is the Reputation of Your Undergrad BS in Physics Important for Grad School?

  • PhysicsKid0123
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Schools Submit grad school applications earlier or wait for higher PGRE score?

  • Izzhov
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Best way to tackle modern physics with engineering background

  • oneleaf
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What Are the Expectations for Graduate Students?

  • Sudharaka
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Schools Grad school for the PGRE challenged: How to make my research count?

  • maverickmonk
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Can an average student succeed in Research/Academia?

  • Brynjolf
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Programs Physics Majors Internships (and a bit more)

  • I'mBlue
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Where to Begin: Resources for Understanding Quantum Physics

  • Confusionist
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Need resources to learn Tensors quick

  • xdrgnh
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Programs Sorting my life out and getting my degree

  • smileandbehappy
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Cambridge Part III: Admissions Process & Math Focus for Grad School?

  • modnarandom
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Programs Dual masters degrees beneficial?

  • Inve
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Which to take? (Need a decision on a math course)

  • Tyrion101
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Testing Physics GRE Exam Experience: Completely Destroyed and Glad it's Over

  • PhysicsGente
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Is a PhD in the USA worth for an european Master student?

  • Fedecart
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Time spent thinking on technicalities

  • JanEnClaesen
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Difference between Astrophysics and Planetary Science?

  • lightningmil
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