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Environmental physics investigates Earth's natural systems using principles from physics. It incorporates knowledge from diverse physics disciplines such as mechanics, electromagnetism, thermodynamics, and quantum physics. Numerous undergraduate students participate in physics research initiatives, gaining valuable summer work experience while building strong foundations for future careers in academic or industrial research settings. Memorial University stands unique in Canada for providing physics education with an environmental specialization.
Professional prospects
Graduates with a physics major can pursue various career paths including:
geophysical exploration
industrial production
quality assurance specialist
environmental researcher
policy and information analyst
environmental consultant
ecological scientist
Duration: Four-year program
Applicants shall have completed the requirements for a recognized high school diploma or equivalent.
English Language Requirements:
Duolingo English Test (DET) - A minimum score of 115.
IELTS - A minimum overall band score of 6.5, with at least a band 6 in reading and writing. General training results are not acceptable.
TOEFL - For admission to winter (Jan) 2025 and later: A minimum score of 83 on the TOEFL iBT or TOEFL iBT Home Edition, with a minimum score of 20 in reading and writing; For admission to fall (Sept) 2024 and earlier: A minimum score of 79 on the TOEFL iBT or TOEFL iBT Home Edition, with a minimum score of 20 in reading and writing, and not less than 17 in listening and speaking.
Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL) Assessment: For admission to winter (Jan) 2025 and later: A minimum overall score of 60; For admission to fall (Sept) 2024 and earlier: Minimum band scores between 50 and 60 in each of the four skills tested (reading, writing, listening and speaking), with at least two band scores of 60.
PTE Academic: A minimum score of 58 (fall (Sept) 2024); A minimum overall score of 60 ((Jan) 2025 and later).
Cambridge Assessment English: A minimum score of 176 in C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency.
Michigan English Test (MET) - A minimum score of 59 is required on the MELAB.
Application Deadline:
June 1