Physics

Physics major

This section specifies the Physics major discipline requirements only. Please refer to the Bachelor of Science section for information on additional requirements.

Lower-level requirements

Note: While not degree requirements, PHYS 225 and PHYS 232 are recommended as they are prerequisites for several upper-level courses. Other recommended lower-level courses can be found in the Physics Honours section.

Upper-level requirements

Students must complete a minimum of 15 upper-level physics credits at UFV.

Physics minor

This section specifies the physics minor requirements only. Please refer to the Bachelor of Science section for information on additional requirements. Students need to combine these physics minor requirements with the credits from another science minor, major, or honours if they wish to obtain a Bachelor of Science degree.

Note: Students must be aware that upper-level physics courses require lower-level physics and math prerequisites. Students are advised to take these lower-level prerequisites in their first two years of full-time study.

Recommended lower-level courses

Upper-level requirements

Note: Students must complete a minimum of 9 upper-level physics credits at UFV.

Course listings

For complete details on courses see the course descriptions section.