Why is our world the way it is? How can we understand and explain what we observe around us, from the smallest sub-atomic particles to the largest galaxies? Elevate your expertise at uOttawa, one of Canada's top 10 research universities investing nearly $350 million annually in research.

From original groundbreaking discoveries to the development of new and revolutionary technologies to decoding the stock market, physicists have revolutionized how we live our lives. Our professors and our graduates are an important part of this chain. Many of our professors have also been recognized as superb teachers and have been widely recognized as world-class researchers in their respective fields of expertise.

Explore the depth of our expertise through advanced courses and meet our esteemed professors as you chart your course to a future where expertise meets excellence.

Join our program at uOttawa and step into a world of possibilities. With the 5th largest co-op program in Canada, boasting a remarkable 95% job placement rate, your academic journey is not just about learning, it's about the hands-on experience and career readiness from Canada’s 7th-ranked university in graduate employability.

The rigorous training our students receive in analyzing and understanding complex problems is of considerable value to many future career directions. While many of our graduates have found careers in universities and the high-tech sector as research and development scientists, others have used their physics degrees as a springboard for careers in finance, administration, medicine, management, and education. The range of career opportunities is perhaps wider than any scientifically trained group.

Explore more career options: What can I do with my studies?

Ready to shape your future? Dive into our Co-op program.

How can we understand and explain what we observe around us, from the smallest sub-atomic particles to the largest galaxies? How can we apply this understanding to manipulate our world? Of course, studying physics gives insight into the fundamental laws of nature.

In the Faculty of Science, we understand that some students want to gain experience in research, and that is why we offer a wide variety of options from the undergraduate level. Explore exciting opportunities such as Undergraduate Research Scholarship and dedicated research programs tailored to empower students with valuable hands-on experience.