Mathematical Physics

University of Waterloo

Canada, Waterloo

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University of Waterloo

Canada , Waterloo

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

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Duration 4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

CAD 28,970 / per year

Next Intake September-2026

Mathematical Physics

About

Look for answers to the universe’s largest questions and launch a dynamic career.

Discover the mathematical and theoretical underpinnings of the laws of nature. From the foundations of quantum theory and its applications in nanotechnology to atmospheric physics, fluid mechanics, and the structure of spacetime in cosmology, Mathematical Physics will give you the advanced mathematical problem-solving skills needed for a wide range of careers.

You'll dig deep into classical mechanics, quantum mechanics, statistical mechanics, and electromagnetism, with elective courses in everything from relativity and astrophysics to fluid mechanics and advanced/applied quantum mechanics.

You can study Mathematical Physics through the Faculty of Mathematics or the Faculty of Science. The programs are similar. It's helpful to look at the courses below for the differences. In Science, you'll learn as a physicist with a strong background in mathematics. In math, you'll take the perspective of a mathematician, applying your knowledge to physics.

Either way, your career possibilities are infinite (figuratively, of course.).

Disciplines

Faculty of Mathematic

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Admission requirements

Apply to Mathematics or Physical Sciences and choose Mathematical Physics as your major. For Mathematical Physics majors in the Faculty of Mathematics, there are supplementary information forms, including the Admission Information Form, which are required for admission. We'll email you detailed instructions once we receive your application.

Choose your focus

You can earn your Mathematical Physics degree through the Faculty of Mathematics or the Faculty of Science. What's the difference?

While most of your first-year courses will be similar, you'll take more science or math courses in your upper years depending on which entry program you choose.
The degree you earn will be either a Bachelor of Mathematics (BMath) through the Faculty of Mathematics or a Bachelor of Science (BSc) through the Faculty of Science.
Depending on your interests and whether you'd like to earn a math or science degree, you'll apply to one of two entry programs: Mathematics or Physical Sciences (which have different admission requirements).
You'll then choose Mathematical Physics as your major within one of these entry programs.
The courses required to earn your degree will focus more on math or science.
- Bachelor of Mathematics requirements
- Bachelor of Science requirements

Career

What can you do with a degree in Mathematical Physics?

Mathematical Physics graduates commonly pursue careers in industry analysis and modelling, software development and theoretical physics research with nuclear power companies, tech companies, engineering firms, and more. Many graduates also pursue specialized master's and PhD studies.