Physics and Ocean-Atmosphere Sciences

Bachelor of Science (BSc)

Use physics to investigate physical processes in the ocean, atmosphere and climate. Study the effects humans have on the environment.

Careers

• Climate modeller
• Data scientist
• Environmental scientist
• Forecast meteorologist
• Government policy advisor
• Information technologist
• Physical oceanographer

Sample courses

• Oceans and Atmosphere - EOS 110
• Atmospheric Sciences - EOS/PHYS 340
• Physical Oceanography - EOS 431/PHYS 441
• Fluid Mechanics - PHYS 426

Admission

Apply to the Physics program as a high school student or a transfer student from another post-secondary institution.

You can declare Physics and Ocean Atmosphere Sciences as your major after one year of full-time study.

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