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 […]
Student life at York University is enriched through engagement with clubs. Clubs offer opportunities to interact informally with students and professors with similar interests. There are three clubs associated with the Department of Physics and Astronomy. Astronomy Club Are you fascinated by the stars and the mysteries of the universe, own a telescope or wish to […]
Below are present and past Handbooks for the Undergraduate Programs in Physics & Astronomy and Biophysics/Biomedical Physics. See also our one-page summary handout: Useful Information for BPHS and PHAS Majors Topics Covered in the Handbooks Summary of Support ServicesTimetable of CoursesProgram InformationCareersInternshipsB.Sc. Bachelor and B.Sc. Honours PathsDegree ClassificationsWhich Path Should you Choose?Entrance RequirementsDegree RequirementsAdvice About […]
Here is where to go to get detailed information about degree requirements and courses for undergraduate programs offered by York University. Program Handbooks Although not official University documents, the most comprehensive and readable sources of information about the Programs offered by the Department of Physics and Astronomy are the Undergraduate Handbooks. Handbooks for the Undergraduate […]
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 […]
What Physics Is Physics is a discipline of science concerned at a fundamental level with the workings of matter and energy and their interactions. The focus of attention ranges from systems with few variables to arenas of mind-boggling complexity. Branches of physics dedicated to the latter include astrophysics, atmospheric physics, and geophysics. What Astronomy Is Astronomy is […]
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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, […]