BSc in Physics or Geophysics
Contact:
Warren Elgersma
Chairperson
Program Information
E-mail: inquire@rdc.ab.ca
Phone: 403.342.3400 OR 1.888.732.4630
One Year University Transfer Program
For the most current university program and transfer information, see Planning Guides in Academic Advising
Related Careers
Condensed Matter Physicists
- industrial and applied physicists
- atomic and molecular physicists
- geophysicists
- particle physicists
- medical physicists
- mathematical physicists
- astronomers
- meteorologists
- optical physicists
Physicists are involved in the development of such products as the CANDU reactor and the computer-aided Magnetic Resonance Imaging (M.R.I.) technology. Some physicists provide weather-forecasting services, monitor the environment, and teach physics.
The Program
RDC offers the first year of studies toward honours or specialization BSc Physics or Geophysics.
Transfer Features
The courses offered in this program can be transferred to most universities. However, some of these courses do not satisfy the physics program requirements at U of C.
Admission Requirements
- Related Link: Admission requirements for specific programs will often refer to Alberta Grade 12 course groups. Visit the Admissions page for detailed group descriptions.
1. Minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in:
a. Chemistry 30
b. ELA 30-1
c. Mathematics 30-1
d. Physics 30
e. Subject from Group A, B, or C (Mathematics 31 recommended)
OR
2. Mature Student
You must be 19 years of age or older, out of high school for at least one full year before the program starts, and have a minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in:
a. Chemistry 30
b. ELA 30-1
c. Mathematics 30-1
d. Physics 30
Program Content (Please note these credits are U of A credits.)
University of Alberta
Physics
Geophysics
Program Cost Estimates