Physics, Bachelor of Science

Contact Information
Contact Name: 
Dr. Bryan Rowsell
Contact Title: 
Chairperson

Program Information

Contact Phone: 
403.342.3400 OR 1.888.732.4630
Contact Email: 
inquire@rdc.ab.ca
University Transfer Program

One Year University Transfer Program:

For the most current university program and transfer information, see Planning Guides in Academic Advising.

The Program

RDC offers the first year of studies toward honours or specialization BSc Physics.

Transfer Features

The courses offered in this program can be transferred to most universities. However, some of these courses do not satisfy the physics program requirements at U of C.

Requirements
Admission Requirements: 

Related Link: Admission requirements for specific programs will often refer to Alberta Grade 12 course groups. Visit the Admissions page for detailed group descriptions.

1. Minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in:

  • Chemistry 30
  • ELA 30-1
  • Mathematics 30-1
  • Physics 30
  • Subject from Group A, B, or C (Mathematics 31 recommended)

OR

2. Mature Student

You must be 19 years of age or older, out of high school for at least one full year before the program starts, and have a minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in:

  1. Chemistry 30
  2. ELA 30-1
  3. Mathematics 30-1
  4. Physics 30

Note: In addition to the program admission requirements applicants, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate English language proficiency.

Program Content
University of Alberta

(Please note these credits are U of A credits.)

  • MATH 202 (or MATH 203)/MATH 204/MATH 221 (9 credits)
  • PHYS 241/PHYS 247 (6 credits)
  • 3 Arts Options (9 credits)
  • 2 Science Options (6 credits)