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Windsor

Physics

OUAC NSP

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Honours Science

OUAC ROX

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Your average, their wayrequired courses forced in
Published rangetheir exact wording70%70% minimum average74–76%70%70% minimum73–80%Mid-70s (regular), high 70s (co-op)
Required coursesforced into your top 6 — options are the row belowENG4UMHF4USPH4UMHF4USBI4USPH4UENG4UENG4UMCV4UMHF4U
Choose one ofany of these satisfies it
  • two of MCV4U, SCH4U, SES4U
Prerequisitesas published
  • 70% minimum average
  • ENG4U
  • MHF4U
  • SPH4U
  • SCH4U is recommended, and MCV4U is strongly recommended
  • +4 more on the program page
  • Biochemistry, Biology, Earth Sciences, Environmental Science, Neuroscience and Mental Health, and Physics.
  • MHF4U
  • 2 of MCV4U, SBI4U, SCH4U, SES4U or SPH4U
  • 3 best 4U/M courses
  • For all programs in Physics, SPH4U is strongly recommended.
  • +3 more on the program page
  • Minimum 70% calculated from best six 4U/M courses
  • Required Courses:
  • ENG4U with a minimum of 60%
  • A 4U math is recommended
  • ENG4U
  • MCV4U
  • MHF4
  • Science prerequisites (SPH4U or SBI4U) for specific disciplines are also required. SCH4U is recommended for specific disciplines. See
  • U of T Scarborough's viewbook
  • +1 more on the program page
More than marks?supplementary applicationMarks onlyMarks onlyMarks onlyMarks only
Co-opAvailableNoNoAvailable
Degree
First-year intakewhere published200340
What you studyOthers in Physical SciencesOthers in Subjects Related to MedicineEnvironmental StudiesGeologyMolecular Biology, BiochemistryOthers in Physical SciencesAgricultureAnthropologyArchaeologyBiological SciencesAstronomyChemistryEnvironmental StudiesGeology
What it isYou study the laws and behaviour of matter and energy — how objects move, how forces work, light, electricity, magnetism, and atoms. Physics is more mathematics-heavy and theory-focused than general science; you'll work through abstract concepts and proofs rather than sampling multiple disciplines. It suits students who enjoy problem-solving, have strong math skills, and want to understand how the physical world fundamentally works.A Science Major is a four-year degree where you study one science subject deeply — such as physics, biology, geology, or environmental science — along with complementary courses in math and other sciences. It differs from a specialized honours program in that you focus on breadth within your chosen field rather than pursuing a single narrow specialization. This program suits students who want solid grounding in a science discipline without committing to professional training like engineering or medicine.Honours Science is a broad science degree where you choose your major from fields like biology, chemistry, environmental science, computer science, or archaeology. Unlike a general science program, an honours degree requires you to specialize in one subject and complete more advanced courses in that area. It suits students who want a strong grounding in science but haven't yet decided on one specific career path, or who want deeper knowledge in a particular field.You study physical sciences — chemistry, physics, geology, and environmental topics — with a focus on how they connect to human health and the living world. This stream emphasizes the intersection between earth and life sciences rather than pure physics or chemistry alone. The co-op option lets you do paid work terms at relevant employers alongside your degree. It suits students interested in environmental health, toxicology, or science careers that bridge the natural world and wellness.
The door tomajors you reach through itphysicsApplied to directlyApplied to directlyhealth sciences
Entrance awardsat this campus, by averageNone published by average16 published, 9 with no applicationfrom 75%See themNone published by average4 published, 4 with no applicationfrom 85%See them
SourceUniversity of Windsor on OUInfoCarleton University on OUInfoTrent University — Durham GTA on OUInfoUniversity of Toronto — Scarborough on OUInfo

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