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The Department of Physics at Queen's University provides excellent
undergraduate programs in Physics and Engineering Physics. In
addition to the Honours Physics program, students may have the option
to specialize in any of a number of areas including Astrophysics,
Mathematical Physics, Chemical Physics, and Geological Science with
Physics. The Engineering Physics program offers a study of
fundamental physical principles and modern experimental techniques.
The core courses in this program will prepare students for
professional practice or graduate studies in applied or engineering
physics.
The engineering physics web site is here
The Department houses student lounge and study areas, an undergraduate
computer lab, and experimental laboratories and equipment. There is
an on-campus
Astronomical Observatory for student research and public tours.
Queen's University has a Science and Engineering
Library with an extensive collection of undergraduate and graduate
textbooks, journals and special collections. Extensive computing
facilities and study areas are also available.
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The Department of Physics has a student-run Physics Club and a
Department Student Council. Students have access to undergraduate
advising in Physics through the Department's Chairs of Undergraduate Studies in Physics
and Astronomy (Faculty of Arts and Science) and Engineering Physics
(Faculty of Applied Science). The Queen's University Career Planning
and Placement Office and the Department's teaching faculty are able to
advise students about career of graduate opportunities in their field
of interest.
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