Physics University of Windsor

Program Description

The study of physics allows us to understand how the universe works—from the fundamental forces of nature to their effects on matter and the environment around us. This knowledge enables the development of future technologies and provides a deeper insight into nature. The reasoning, mathematical, experimental and computer skills acquired while earning a physics degree empower our graduates to pursue careers far outside the traditional boundaries of physics—or even science—including medicine, dentistry, business and law. Typically, physics students enjoy scientific experiments, computation and mathematics, as well as solving complex problems and developing new, innovative ideas. All physics streams are flexible enough to cover the requirements for admission into professional schools in Canada and the United States. Our Honours Physics program is designed to prepare you for leadership positions in both academic and industrial research and to meet the competitive employment needs of the Canadian high-technology industry. We offer small class sizes and award-winning faculty. Honours Physics may be taken with or without a thesis option, and a co-op option is also available.

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