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University Transfer: Bachelor of Science - Physics or Geophysics

bachelor of science physics
SUSPENDED
Credential
Bachelor's Degree
Duration

- 1 years at RDP
- 3 years at U of A

Location
-Main Campus
The Program

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

RDP offers the first year of studies toward honours or specialization BSc Geophysics.

University Transfer Program

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

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.

    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: Applicants whose first language is not English must demonstrate English language proficiency in addition to the program admission requirements.

    Graduation Requirements

    You must pass 20 term university transfer courses or a minimum of 60 credit hours, and achieve a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00 to receive a Diploma in University Transfer Studies.

    Related Careers

    A degree in Bachelor of Science is extremely versatile, allowing students the ability to pursue many careers in almost any field. BSc Graduates will have superior skills in such things as scientific reasoning, data analysis and interpretation, hands-on laboratory skills, and research acumen. BSc graduates will be integral to advancing scientific knowledge, evolving many existing careers, and identifying new areas of work that currently do not exist. 

    Students are able to use a BSc Degree to pursue further studies in areas such as Medicine, Veterinary Studies, Dentistry, and Pharmacy, in addition to Masters and Doctoral designations in their field of Science.

    Examples of careers include, but are not limited to:

    • Careers in Physics
      • Astronomer 
      • Geophysicist 
      • Game Design Physicist
      • Research Scientist
      • Risk Surveyor
    • Careers in Government & Public Service 
      • Administration & Management
      • Armed Forces
      • Community Planner
      • Conservation Officer
      • Chiropractor
      • Dentist
      • Dental Hygienist
      • Counselling
      • Law Enforcement and Corrections
      • Medical Doctor
      • Pharmacist
      • Urban Planning
      • Veterinary Doctor
    • Private Sector & Entrepreneurial 
      • Advertising
      • Consulting
      • Data Analysis
      • Laboratory Researcher
      • Industrial Relations
      • International Relations
      • Project Management
      • Research

    Note: Some of these careers will require additional study beyond an undergraduate degree.

    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)
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