Physical Science
Why Physical Science?
Why choose just one area of focus? If you are interested in the sciences from an interdisciplinary perspective and want to combine your love of physics, statistics, earth sciences, computer and information science and more – this degree is for you. The unmatched course flexibility and individual customization in this major allows students to easily earn a minor (secondary area of specialized study) as well as prepare for a broad range of careers including teaching by acquiring two teachables.
To see all courses offered in this degree, visit our 2023-2024 Academic Calendar.
Discover science from the nano to galactic level
Your Curriculum, Your Way, Your Needs
Create your own curriculum, tailored to your career goals and interests, by focusing on chemistry, computing and information science, mathematics, physics or statistics.
Broaden Your Science Experience
The flexibility of the Physical Science major allows you to broaden your studies, from astronomy and physics to chemistry, computer and information science, and mathematics and statistics.
Specialize Through Minor Studies
Further expand your science skills and experience by choosing a minor in subjects like biotechnology, geography, psychology, business and more.
What can you do with a Physical Science major?
The flexibility of the Physical Science major allows students to select their courses in a manner that leads to desired career outcomes; after graduation, many of our students enjoy challenging and rewarding careers in the medical field, law, teaching, investing, scientific writing, systems development and analysis, statistics, related business fields, and more.
Here are just a few careers our graduates have successfully pursued:
- Scientific writer
- Teacher
- Investment analyst
- Atmospheric scientist
- Meteorologist
- Systems developer
- Lawyer
Discover More Options
Students considering the Physical Science PSCI program may also be interested in studying Biological and Medical Physics, Physics, or other majors.
Admission Requirements
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Scholarships & Bursaries
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