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University of Calgary Calendar 2015-2016 Faculty of Science 5. Program Details 5.7 Physics and Astronomy
5.7 Physics and Astronomy
Degrees Offered* 

Undergraduate Programs** Core  Enhancements
Physics  BSc  BSc Honours
Astrophysics  BSc  BSc Honours
Chemical Physics1 BSc Honours  

* There are many options for graduate studies leading to MSc and PhD degrees in the area of Physics and Astrophysics. Details of graduate specializations can be found in the graduate section of this calendar.

** All degrees in the Faculty of Science, except Environmental Science, can be combined with eligible BA and BSc programs from the Faculty of Arts. Please refer to Section 3.4 for information on combined degrees, double majors with programs within the Faculty of Science as well as combined degrees with programs from other Faculties. Students interested in pursuing these degrees are encouraged to speak with an advisor in the Undergraduate Science Program to develop a degree completion plan.

1 The BSc Honours program in Chemical Physics is undergoing review. Students interested in this program should seek advice from a program advisor in the Undergraduate Science Centre. Students interested in this area should consider completing a double degree or minor.

Programs Offered

BSc in Physics, Astrophysics

BSc Honours in Physics, Astrophysics, Chemical Physics

Minors in Physics and Astrophysics

Department vs. Faculty Regulations

Programs in the Department of Physics and Astronomy are governed by a combination of general Faculty of Science regulations and the additional program specific regulations listed below.

It is essential for students to be familiar with both sets of regulations. It is helpful to read the Faculty Regulations in Section 3 first.

Students should consult the Degree Navigator periodically to ensure that requirements are being met. Also, students are strongly urged to consult the Department at all stages of their program.

Department Information

Department Head: R.I. Thompson

Assistant Department Head: D. Knudsen

Undergraduate Program Director: M. Wieser

Department Office: Science B 605

Telephone: 403.220.5385

Fax: 403.289.3331

Website: http://phas.ucalgary.ca