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Physics at U of T (St. George)

Not directly. At University of Toronto — St. George you apply to Mathematical & Physical Sciences, then choose physics at the end of first year.

The program you actually apply to

Mathematical & Physical Sciences

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Prerequisites

  • ENG4U
  • MCV4U
  • Many programs also require or recommend 1 or more of SBI4U, SCH4U or SPH4U

When you choose physics

At the end of first year.

What to watch for

Calendar confirms both the Physics Major and the Physics Specialist are open enrolment at 4.0 credits. Only SPH4U and MCV4U are required in Grade 12 — SCH4U is not on the requirement list for this program.

The same application also gets you to

Mathematical & Physical Sciences is the entry point for 4 other majors at U of T (St. George). You are not choosing between these at application time.

Physics at the other campuses

Compare the entry programs side by side →

Entry routes were researched against each university’s own program pages in 2026-08-16. U of T (St. George)’s page. Faculties restructure — confirm before you apply.