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Study Physics in Canada

Physics investigates the laws of nature from particles to the universe – mechanics, electromagnetism, quantum physics and astrophysics – with strong mathematics and laboratory components.

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  1. Bachelor

    Physics (Experimental), Bachelor Honours

    Carleton University 🇨🇦 Ottawa, Canada

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  2. Other programmes

    Physics

    Bishop's University 🇨🇦 Quebec, Canada

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  3. PhD / Doctorate

    Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.); Physics

    McGill University 🇨🇦 Montreal, Quebec, Canada

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  4. Master

    Master of Applied Science in Geophysics (MASc)

    The University of British Columbia - Vancouver Campus 🇨🇦 Vancouver B.C., Canada

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  6. Associate

    Physics (Associate)

    Vancouver Island University · Nanaimo Campus 🇨🇦 Nanaimo, BC, Canada

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  7. Master

    Master of Science in Geophysics (MSc)

    The University of British Columbia - Vancouver Campus 🇨🇦 Vancouver B.C., Canada

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  8. Associate

    Physics: Associate of Science

    Kwantlen Polytechnic University 🇨🇦 Richmond, Canada

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  9. Bachelor

    Major in Biophysics, B.S.

    Pacific Union College 🇨🇦 Angwin, Canada

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  10. Other programmes

    Pure/Computational Physics (see , Physics)

    Concordia University 🇨🇦 Montreal, Canada

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  11. Bachelor

    Physics (Theory), Bachelor Honours

    Carleton University 🇨🇦 Ottawa, Canada

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  12. Master

    Physique (Master)

    University of Montréal (UdeM) 🇨🇦 Montréal (Québec), Canada

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  13. Minor

    Physics (Minor)

    Luther College 🇨🇦 Regina, Canada

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  15. Specialisation

    Physics - Astrophysics Specialization (option)

    University of Waterloo 🇨🇦 Waterloo, Canada

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  16. Master

    Master of Science (M.Sc.); Physics (Thesis) (45 credits)

    McGill University 🇨🇦 Montreal, Quebec, Canada

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  17. Other programmes

    Astrophysics Sepcialization (option)

    University of Waterloo 🇨🇦 Waterloo, Canada

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  18. PhD / Doctorate

    Physics (PhD)

    University of Regina (U of R) 🇨🇦 Regina, Canada

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  19. Major

    Physics (Major)

    Carleton University 🇨🇦 Ottawa, Canada

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  20. Master

    Physics, MSc

    Laurentian University (LU) 🇨🇦 Sudbury, Canada

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  21. Bachelor

    BSc, Geophysics (Bachelor)

    University of Calgary 🇨🇦 Calgary, Canada

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  22. Bachelor

    Geophysics (BSc) (Major)

    University of Calgary 🇨🇦 Calgary, Canada

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Study Physics in Canada – facts and figures

In Canada, 41 universities and colleges offer 130 Physics programmes: 42 Bachelor, 17 Master and 20 PhD programmes. Popular study locations are Calgary, Montreal, Quebec, Vancouver B.C. and Toronto. Institutions with the widest choice: University of Calgary, McGill University and The University of British Columbia - Vancouver Campus.

Degrees in Physics

Bachelor

The first university degree, usually three to four years of full-time study. A Bachelor in Physics builds the foundations of the field and qualifies for professional work or a Master programme.

Master

A postgraduate degree of one to two years that deepens or specialises your knowledge of Physics, often with a research project or thesis – and the usual entry ticket to a doctorate.

PhD / Doctorate

The highest academic degree, earned through several years of independent research and a dissertation. Doctoral candidates often work as research or teaching staff at their university.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I study Physics programmes?

The directory lists 130 Physics programmes at 41 institutions in Canada. Popular cities include Calgary, Montreal, Quebec and Vancouver B.C..

How long does it take to study Physics?

A Bachelor usually takes 3 to 4 years, a Master 1 to 2 years and a PhD 3 to 5 years of full-time study. Exact durations differ by country and institution.

Which universities offer the most Physics programmes in Canada?

Among the institutions with the most programmes are University of Calgary, McGill University, The University of British Columbia - Vancouver Campus, University of Guelph and University of Waterloo.

How do I apply?

Open the programme page to go directly to the university. Admission requirements, deadlines and tuition fees are set by each institution, so always check them there.

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