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The Physics Department at Queen's University ranks among Canada's top research institutions for Physics, Engineering Physics, and Astronomy. Our distinguished faculty comprises internationally renowned physicists specializing in groundbreaking theoretical, computational, applied, and experimental physics research. Students benefit from global partnerships and cross-disciplinary projects with other Queen's departments, while utilizing advanced laboratory facilities. Those studying Condensed Matter Physics, Optics, and Engineering Physics participate in pioneering research initiatives spanning nanophotonics, quantum optics, nanoscale physics, quantum materials, biophysical theory, Bose-Einstein condensates, OLED technology, and semiconductor spintronics. Through Parteq Innovations, students can patent discoveries stemming from their research work.