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TRENTU.CA / Future Students / Undergraduate / Programs / Computer Science & Physics

Computer Science & Physics

Benefit from small-group lab work and develop a strong foundation for further education through graduate studies at the masters and Ph.D. level, and beyond.
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As the world becomes more dependent on digital technology and devices, demand for individuals with a deep understanding of the physical properties of the offline world is growing. Computer Science & Physics at Trent gives you the opportunity to apply the underlying principles of physics and mathematics to a whole wide world of subjects, including hardware and software interfaces, electronics, software design, networks, distributed operating systems. An understanding of leading-edge technology combined with a foundation in physics will help you answer questions about the particles and forces composing our universe, along with the rich complexities that arise through their interactions.

Degrees Offered:

  • B.Sc.
  • B.Sc. (Honours)

Locations:

  • Peterborough
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Resume Boosters:

  • Spend your summer gaining valuable experience assisting your prof with a hands-on research project
  • Take one of our advanced research project courses and apply what you’ve learned inside the classroom to the lab environment and beyond
  • One-on-one learning with leading profs equals great references for grad school or your first career
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"What I love about Software Engineering is that I am able to build things and complete a fourth year capstone project with a group of my peers."

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Computer Systems Analyst

Information systems analysts and consultants analyze systems requirements, develop and implement information systems development plans, policies and procedures, and provide advice on a wide range of information systems issues. They are employed in information technology consulting firms and in information technology units throughout the private and public sectors, or they may be self-employed.

$22.60-$55.00/hr
Salary Range
196,300
Jobs in Canada
100,100
10YR Job Outlook
Source: Government of Canada

Career Opportunities

  • Database Administrator
  • Information Systems Specialist
  • Network Specialist
  • Research Scientist
  • Software Systems Developer
  • Computer Systems Analyst
  • Web Designer
  • Data Scientist

Popular Courses:

  • Computer Organization
  • Electricity and Magnetism
  • High Performance Computing
  • Introductory Quantum Physics
  • Modern Optics
  • Digital Logic
  • Quantum Computing
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Admission Requirements

Ontario Secondary School Requirements:

  • Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
  • A minimum of six Grade 12 4U or 4M courses, including program specific prerequisites

Program Requirements:

  • MHF4U or MCV4U
  • A minimum 70% overall final average
  • ENG 4U with a minimum of 60%
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  • Computer Science (Co-op Available)
  • Media Studies (Co-op Available)
  • Physics
  • Applied Modelling and Quantitative Methods M.A.
  • Applied Modelling and Quantitative Methods M.Sc.
  • Big Data Analytics M.Sc.: Applied Modelling and Quantitative Methods
  • Financial Analytics M.Sc.: Applied Modelling and Quantitative Methods

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