Program Details

Physics and Astronomy School: York University Faculty: Science and Engineering Degree: Bachelor Field of Study: Astronomy Physics, General Description: Physics is the science that develops an understanding and description of all forms of energy and matter and can be said to occupy the middle ground between mathematics and engineering. Astronomy is the science that deals with the origin, evolution, composition, distance and motion of all bodies and scattered matter in the universe. It includes astrophysics, which discusses the physical properties and structure of all cosmic matter. Website: Physics and Astronomy at York University Course Based? Yes Length: 4 Year(s) Careers: 2 career(s) Admission Requirements Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*: 76 to 83 Prerequisites: These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school. Grade 12 English (ENG4U) Grade 12 Advanced Functions Grade 12 Calculus and Vectors Grade 12 Physics Grade 12 Chemistry is strongly recommended. Deadlines: Application Deadline Start Date August 15, 2011 September 7, 2011 December 7, 2011 January 3, 2012 * The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information. * 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.