About this program
Theoretical Physics
Theoretical physics is a more mathematically-oriented approach to physics that develops mathematical skills in studying topics like black holes, the internal structure of protons and neutrons, and high temperature superconductivity. Your physics and math courses will build problem solving and computing abilities for a wide variety of careers.
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Admission requirements
Admission to semester one of a degree program and General Studies is available in the Fall semester only. A semester one degree applicant is defined as one who will receive fewer than 2.00 transfer credits upon admission.
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Major (Honours Program)
Semester 1
- General Chemistry I
- Programming
- Integrated Mathematics and Physics I
- Discovering Biodiversity
- Biological Concepts of Health
- Introduction to Molecular and Cellular Biology
Semester 2
- General Chemistry II
- Integrated Mathematics and Physics II
- Linear Algebra I
- Discovering Biodiversity
- Biological Concepts of Health
- Introduction to Molecular and Cellular Biology
Semester 3
- Advanced Calculus I
- Applied Differential Equations
- Thermal Physics
- Electricity and Magnetism I
Semester 4
- Advanced Calculus II
- Experimental Techniques in Physics
- Mechanics
- Electricity and Magnetism II
Semester 5
- Science Communication
- Mathematical Physics
- Quantum Mechanics I
- Advanced Mechanics
Semester 6
- Computational Methods in Materials Science
- Optics: Fundamentals and Applications
- Intermediate Laboratory
- Quantum Mechanics II
Semester 7
- Atomic and Molecular Physics
- Advanced Electromagnetic Theory
- Statistical Physics II
- Research in Physics
- Advanced Physics Laboratory
Semester 8
- Complex Analysis
- Subatomic Physics
- Solid State Physics
- Research in Physics
Scholarships & funding
We offer several scholarships, for more information please visit our website.
Tuition
International fees - $30,500- $42,200CAD
Career paths
What can I do with an Undergraduate Degree in Theoretical Physics?
- Stock Market Analyst
- Retail Analyst
- Investment Banker
- Risk Analyst (multiple industries)
- Insurance Underwriter
- IT Consultant
- Operational Researcher
- Patent Examiner
- Financial Consultant
- Product Developer
- Research and Development
- Software Developer
What Can I Do With Further Education?
- Scientific consultant
- Biophysicist
- Mathematician
- Medical Doctor
- Financial Mathematician (Risk analyst)
- Nano science
- Nuclear Physicist/Engineer
- Secondary School Teacher
- Physicist
- Statistician
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University of Guelph
The University of Guelph is ranked as one of Canada’s top comprehensive universities, with top marks in student experience. No matter where you're from, once you enrol at U of G, you’re part of a community – a network of...
Why study at University of Guelph
The city of Guelph was ranked in 2019 as one of the top 50 places to live in Canada.
The university campus boats a gorgeous walking campus, stunning greenery and beautiful building and facilities.
With over 200 student clubs, 7 dining halls, 19 intramural sports and a 25,000 sq. foot fitness centre, you can see why we are recognized as a Canadian leader in student experience.
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