The Honours Specialization in Astrophysics is offered by Western University's Department of Physics and Astronomy within the Faculty of Science, leading to a four-year Honours Bachelor of Science degree. The module comprises 10.0 courses, plus non-credit seminar courses, combining foundational and upper-year physics, astronomy and mathematics coursework to study the structure, formation and evolution of stars, galaxies and the universe. Students begin with introductory physics and calculus or mathematics courses before progressing to specialized astrophysics and advanced physics electives, with an additional science course recommended from chemistry, computer science, data science or statistics. Admission to the module requires completion of first-year requirements with no failures and an average of at least 70 percent across specified principal courses in physics and mathematics, with no mark below 60 percent in any of them. The programme develops observational, computational and theoretical skills, preparing graduates for careers and further study in astrophysics, astronomy, physics and related quantitative scientific fields.
Requirements
Minimum GPA:70.00 / %
Admission Requirements: Admission to the Honours Specialization in Astrophysics requires completion of first-year requirements with no failures and an average of at least 70 percent, with no mark below 60 percent, in 3.5 principal courses comprising designated physics and mathematics courses plus additional science coursework, with chemistry, computer science, data science or statistics recommended for the additional science requirement.
