About the course

Explore your curiosity with a Physics and Astronomy degree from Waterloo. Complement your foundational studies in physics and math with courses in astronomy. Interested in research Waterloo's Centre for Astrophysics hosts aspiring young researchers and students, helping them to unlock the mysteries of the universe. Researchers will collaborate with some of the top astrophysics agencies in the world. The program?s strong ties to Waterloo?s Institute for Quantum Computing provide additional opportunities to get involved in research. Meanwhile, if you opt for our co-op program, you?ll gain valuable r?sum?-building experience on your work terms. Join a program that fosters curious minds to question the smallest particles, the largest forces, and everything in between. Where you'll get the support you need to succeed (and maybe win a Nobel Prize like Waterloo professor Donna Strickland or be part of a team to take the first image of a black hole, like professor Avery Broderick). Once you complete your degree, you?ll have what it takes to pursue specialized graduate programs or to launch directly into a career in fields like aerospace, astrophysics, or remote sensing.

　　Astronomy is the oldest of the natural sciences ? dating all the way back to the earliest recordings of history. So much of our modern life is based upon the works of ancient astronomers, from our yearly calendar to navigational systems. Study our vast universe, from subatomic particles to planets, stars, and galaxies, as well as the origin, evolution, and fate of the whole cosmos. Engage with professors who are using state-of-the-art satellites and telescopes to explore space, while you prepare for careers in astrophysics and space science. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 5 Year(s)Fees: CA$250,000

Intake	Location
Fall (September), 2024	Waterloo
Fall (September), 2025	Waterloo

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Waterloo

Official/Unofficial High School Transcripts Required.

　　Ontario students: six Grade 12 U and/or M courses including

　　English (ENG4U) (minimum final grade of 70% is required)

　　Advanced Functions (minimum final grade of 70% is required)

　　Calculus and Vectors (minimum final grade of 70% is required)

　　Two of Biology, Chemistry, Earth and Space Science, Mathematics of Data Management, or Physics

　　Admission averages: Low 80s

　　International Baccalaureate (IB) - Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches HL or SL - minimum 4. HL or SL English A - minimum 4. Two of: Biology, Chemistry, or Physics, total 27

　　IELTS Academic - 6.5 overall, 6.5 writing, 6.5 speaking, 6.0 reading, 6.0 listening, TOEFL Internet-based TOEFL (iBT) - 90 overall, 25 writing, 25 speaking.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 90.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Waterloo. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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