What will I learn?
The Bachelor of Science in Physics allows you to explore the nature of matter, energy, and their interactions, both theoretically and experimentally. In this program, you learn early on about fundamental topics like electromagnetism, wave physics, thermodynamics, and relativity. Upper level courses then give you the opportunity to discuss advanced topics like quantum theory and fluid mechanics, applying principles of mathematics to the material world around you. The Physics program also includes options for Engineering and Mechatronics, if applied sciences piques your interest. A study conducted by the Hamilton Project found that majors that emphasize quantitative skills tend to have graduates with the highest lifetime earnings. Physics graduates can expect to earn just as much as professionals in computer science, engineering, economics, and finance. As a physics graduate, you can find work in government or industry labs, in technical fields such as radiation monitoring or power plants, or as a scientific equipment operator. Or you can pair your physics degree with UFV's enriched Teacher Education program to launch a teaching career.
Which department am I in?
Faculty of Science
Entry requirements
For international students
One of the following:B.C. secondary school graduation or equivalentCompletion of nine university-level credits with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 based on all university credits attemptedNote: Once a student has nine or more university-level credits, admission will be based on their cumulative GPA.Mathematics requirement: one of the following:Pre-calculus 12 or Principles of Mathematics 12 with a minimum grade of BCalculus 12 with a minimum grade of AMATH 092 and MATH 093, each with a minimum grade of BMATH 095 with a minimum grade of B (discontinued)MATH 096 with a minimum grade of BMDPT score of 70% or betterMATH 110 with a minimum grade of C+MATH 111 with a minimum grade of CMATH 112MATH 118Science requirement: one of the following courses, with a minimum grade of C+:Anatomy and Physiology 12, Biology 12, BIO 093, or BIO 111Chemistry 12, CHEM 093 (discontinued), CHEM 110, or CHEM 113COMP 150, COMP 152, or COMP 155Geography 12, Physical Geography 12, GEOG 101 (discontinued), GEOG 102 (discontinued), GEOG 103, or GEOG 111Geology 12 or GEOG 116Physics 12, PHYS 093, PHYS 100, PHYS 101, PHYS 105, or PHYS 111STAT 104 or STAT 106TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) — IBT score of 88 with no section below 20, or paper-based score of 570 with a TWE (essay) score of 4.5 or higher.IELTS (International English Language Testing System) Academic format — score of at least 6.5., with no band score less than 6.0.MELAB (Michigan English Language Assessment Battery) — score of at least 85.CAEL (Canadian Academic English Language) — score of at least 70.
