COURSE CURRICULUM

The Bachelor of Science Program in Chemical Physics at Trent University is a structured interdisciplinary degree that combines advanced study in chemistry, physics, and mathematics to understand matter and energy at the atomic and molecular level. The single-major General program requires a total of 15.0 credits, including 10.0 credits in core and supporting science and mathematics courses. Students begin with 2.0 CHEM credits covering foundational chemistry topics such as general chemistry and physical chemistry, followed by 3.0 PHYS credits that include introductory and intermediate physics along with upper-level physics coursework. The program also includes 0.5 COIS credit in computing, which supports computational and analytical skills. Mathematics plays a major role, with 0.5 credit each in introductory calculus topics and an additional 2.0 credits in higher-level mathematics, ensuring strong quantitative preparation. Students also complete 1.0 advanced CHEM credit selected from upper-level chemistry courses such as analytical, physical, or organic chemistry. An additional 0.5 credit must be taken from chemistry, physics, or mathematics at the 2000 level or higher. The program has academic prerequisites requiring strong performance in key math courses for progression into upper-level physics and mathematics. Overall, this degree prepares students for careers and graduate studies in physics, chemistry, materials science, and other research-intensive scientific fields.