Bachelor of Science - Physics
- 4 years
- Duration
- 19,976 CAD/year
- Price
- Rolling admission
- Start
- Rolling admission
- Deadline
- Bachelor
- Degree
- Campus
- Format
- Kamloops / Canada
- Location
- Thompson River University
- School
Program description
Combines rigorous training in physical world ideas and concepts with hands-on experience in electronics, computing, data acquisition, optics, and other basic subjects. A solid foundation for students to expand their knowledge in applied science and technology areas.
Graduates are employed in high-tech industries to conduct scientific study and development. The major is also an excellent place to start if you want to work in law, medicine, architecture, teaching, or dentistry.
The department offers the Bachelor of Science in physics in two study tracks: with and without the co-op work experience option. This degree's academic specialization prepares students for further study (graduate) in physics and astronomy, while the co-op component provides extensive practical and hands-on experience in a variety of applied scientific disciplines.
Program structure
- Fundamentals of Physics 1
- Mechanics and Waves
- Fundamentals of Physics 2
- Thermodynamics, Electricity and Magnetism
- Applied Physics 1
- Physics for Respiratory Therapists
- Applied Physics 2
- Relativity and Quanta
- Circuit Analysis
- Mechanics
- Intermediate Electromagnetism
- Optics
- Analog Electronics
- Digital Electronics
- Introduction to Mathematical Physics
- Fluids
- Physics of Materials
- Classical and Statistical Thermodynamics
- Advanced Mechanics
- Advanced Electromagnetism
- Biophysics
- Principles and Applications of Quantum Mechanics
- Selected Topics in Physics
- Radioactivity and Nuclear Physics
- Principles and Applications of Quantum Mechanics 2
- Directed Studies in Physics
- Introductory Astronomy: The Solar System
- Introductory Astronomy: Stars and Galaxies
- Advanced Physics Laboratory
Price
- Tuition — 8,861 CAD/semester (up to 12 credits)
- Application Fees — 100 CAD (one time, non-refundable)
- General Fees — 553 CAD (per semester for 12 credits)
- Health Fees — 75 CAD (per month)
- TRUSU Extended Heath & Dental Plan — 248 CAD (per year)
Requirements for applicants
- English Studies 12/English First Peoples 12 with a minimum of 73% (or equivalent)
Bachelor of Science majors have specific first year course requirements. It is strongly recommended that students become familiar with the prerequisite requirements for these courses before applying for admission. In general, the minimum prerequisite requirements for courses in the first year courses in the BSc programs are as follows:
- Chemistry 11 (or equivalent)
- Pre-calculus 12 with a minimum C+ (or equivalent) within the past 2 years
- Physics 11 (or equivalent)
About the university
The success of our students is our top goal here at Thompson Rivers University. Our varied community, personalized student services, opportunities for real-world application, and adaptable curriculum give each student the tools they need to succeed.
TRU has approximately 140 on-campus programs and over 60 Open Learning programs, ranging from traditional academics to trades, certifications to graduate degrees. Co-op work terms, undergraduate research, field schools and practicums, service learning, and other programs give our students the chance to put their knowledge into practice under the supervision of approachable faculty mentors. Our open, adaptable classroom encourages exploration, production, and discovery. Our students do, too.
Our Mission
TRU is a comprehensive, learner-centered, sustainable university that provides high-quality, adaptable education, training, research, and scholarship to its local, national, and worldwide student body and the communities it serves.
Our Campuses
Located in the southern interior of British Columbia, TRU's Kamloops and Williams Lake campuses lie in the traditional territory of the Secwepemc peoples.
