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
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Mystery of Northern Lights' Companion Finally Solved: 'Very, Very Cool'
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Two UCalgary researchers part of University of New South Wales team that created a ‘Schrödinger’s cat’ inside a silicon chip
‘What is that?’ UCalgary scientists explain white patch that appears near northern lights
Improved camera technology helps capture true colour images of the night sky
UCalgary researchers achieve breakthrough in quantum light generation
Innovative development reflects strength of UCalgary's quantum research ecosystem
In the News CBC Listen
Jeroen Stil from the Department of Physics and Astronomy discusses light pillars
Six UCalgary researchers receive renewals of Canada Research Chairs
Combined with eight new CRC appointments, UCalgary receives more than $10 million in funding
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