Department of Physics and Astronomy
Undergraduate programs
Our department offers two main undergraduate concentrations.
Graduate programs
Pursue a master's or doctorate in one of five specializations.
Undergraduate Science Centre
The Undergraduate Science Centre (USC) is the home of all undergraduate student support in the Faculty of Science: Science student advising, program coordination, the Science Internship Program, Science Engagement programs and student events.
Graduate Science Centre
The Graduate Science Centre has been created for graduate student support and services. View current graduate programs, important dates/deadlines, forms and documents, and contact information for your questions.
Research areas
From quantum physics to space research, our researchers explore how our world works, and help explain the extraordinary.
Featured news
Faculty of Science welcomes Emma Spanswick as department head in Physics and Astronomy
Department has long history of excellence in space science over several decades
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