The International Summer School for Young Physicists
The ISSYP is an exciting and challenging two-week program for Canadian and international high school students with a keen interest in theoretical physics and who intend to pursue physics studies at the university level. The program super-charges potential "Einsteins" with:
Presentations by Perimeter Institute researchers on cutting edge theoretical physics: hot topics such as superstring theory, quantum computing and dark matter.
Opportunities to work with leading international theoretical physicists in small group mentoring sessions.
Mini-courses on modern physics designed to deepen their insights into Einstein's ideas and the quantum nature of our universe.
Hands-on labs, tours of neighbouring research facilities, and other exciting activities with like-minded students from around the globe.
Awareness of their own potential as potential future researchers in theoretical physics.
ISSYP 2010 will be held July 8 - 24, 2010 at Perimeter Institute, in Waterloo, Ontario.
Important Information for Applicants
Important Dates
Eligibility
Application Details
March 17, 2010
Application deadline
April 15, 2010
Successful applicants notified and list published online
May 15, 2010
Acceptance and permission form submission deadline
July 8 - 24, 2010
ISSYP in session
Students are welcome to apply if they:
have a passion for and strong ability in physics and mathematics as reflected in high school course grades and extracurricular activities.
are currently in the final two years of secondary school (for Canadian students, this means Grades 11 or 12 high school or CEGEP) and have not yet begun full-time studies at a post-secondary institution.
intend to pursue studies in physics at the university level in the future.
The application process consists of the following three parts:
Part A
Personal Information Form
To be completed by student online or downloaded and submitted by mail.
Part B
Essay: Why ISSYP is for Me!
To be downloaded and completed by student, and submitted by mail.
Part C
Confidential Teacher Assessment
To be downloaded and completed by school official, and submitted by mail.
