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Physics and Computer Science School: McGill University Faculty: Faculty of Science Degree: Bachelor Field of Study: Computer Science Physics, General Description: Computer science and physics are no strangers either. From the invention of randomized algorithms to study nuclear explosions during the top-secret Manhattan Project, to the invention of the World Wide Web at the CERN particle physics laboratory, physicists have been enthusiastic users and innovators when it comes to computers. As time goes on, large-scale computer simulations play an ever-increasing role in physics research, resulting an ever-increasing need for physicists with real training in computer science. On another front, the world internet speed record is currently held by scientists working to develop a worldwide distributed computing system for analyzing the avalanche of data expected to be generated by the next generation of experiments at that same CERN that invented the Web. A joint major in computer science and physics positions students to work as professional physicists, as software engineers, or somewhere in between, pushing the frontiers of scientific technology. Website: Physics and Computer Science at McGill University Length: 3 Year(s) Cost per year: International: $28,383.00 Careers: 4 career(s) Admission Requirements Prerequisites: These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school. 2 of:  Chemistry 3 of:  Mathematics  Biology 3 of:  Physics Applicants must have Biology - NYA (00UK); Chemistry - NYA, NYB (00UL, 00UM); Mathematics - NYA, NYB, NYC (00UN, 00UP, 00UQ); Physics - NYA, NYB, NYC (00UR, 00US, 00UT). * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.