The Department of Physics and Astronomy holds a special evening for high-school physics teachers. The event is intended to: 1) maintain connections with the high school teaching community, 2) familiarize teachers with current events in the physical sciences, especially contributions to research being made at York, and bring teachers and professors together to discuss common […]
Located on the York University campus, the Allan I. Carswell Astronomical Observatory houses two large telescopes, primary mirror diameters for which are 60 cm and 100 cm (1 meter). Both are equipped with state-of-the-art electronic cameras. The one-meter telescope, which was installed in the summer of 2019, is the largest telescope on a university campus in […]
Achievements of undergraduates in the Department of Physics and Astronomy are honoured with a variety of accolades in the form of awards, prizes, medals, and scholarships. Additionally, students who desire to engage in research over the summer with a professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy may apply for an Undergraduate Summer Research Award (USRA), […]
What is Biomedical Physics? Biomedical Physics is an interdisciplinary frontier of science in which the principles and techniques of physics are applied to study living things and how they work. Biophysicists are also involved in applying their knowledge of fundamental physics to develop and implement new techniques for analyzing organisms. Biophysicists may even facilitate the […]
Can physics, biophysics, or astronomy be a path to a professional school, such as Business, Law or Medicine? The answer is a resounding "yes". Professional schools want people who can think. A student's educational path is of secondary importance. People with a strong background in physics can think. Quick Links Career Advice Job Openings Here […]
January 2021 Alumni Newsletter September 2020 Alumni Newsletter High School Teachers Night The Department of Physics and Astronomy holds each year a special evening for high-school physics teachers. Biophysics Contest for High School Students The Department of Physics and Astronomy hosts a Biophysics contest for high school students. Connect with Physics and Astronomy
Welcome to the Graduate Program in Physics and Astronomy We offer four degree options: M.Sc. by Thesis M.Sc. by Research Project M.Sc. by Coursework Ph.D Further details are given in the Graduate Handbook 2022-2023 (PDF) Quick Links How to Apply Guidelines, Policies, and Forms Financial Support Faculty of Graduate Studies Students can pursue experimental, theoretical, […]