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.
Quantum Public Event
You're invited to an Alumni All Access event "A Taste of Quantum: A Quantum Leap in Quantum Information" taking place Oct. 11th from 5:00 to 9:00pm at the Atrium, Telus Spark Science Center, Calgary.
The event includes a Quantum Public Lecture "Building Quantum Computers and Quantum Simulators with Cold Atoms and Ions" at 7:00 pm by Dr. Peter Zoller of the University of Innsbruck and Scientific Director at IQOQI Innsbruck.
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. Resources, support, and advising are all provided remotely.
Graduate Science Centre
As part of a recent reorganization within the Faculty of Science,. the Graduate Science Centre has been created for graduate student support and services. View current graduate programs, important dates/deadlines, forms and documents, and 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.
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Explore the cosmos
Experience the wonders of the night sky at the Rothney Astrophysical Observatory, Canada's best-equipped astronomical learning facility.
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