Dr. Gloria Orchard

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Gloria Orchard is an Assistant Professor in the Teaching Stream within the Department of Physics and Astronomy at York University. Her research focuses on experimental physics, radiation science, and medical physics, with a strong emphasis on physics education. Orchard's postgraduate research career ignited a passion for experimental measurement techniques, detector development, and microdosimetry. She is particularly dedicated to teaching and learning in the physics laboratory environment, constantly seeking innovative ways to guide, inspire, and motivate her students. Orchard emphasizes the importance of active learning through laboratory experiments, and she strives to improve the laboratory experience for her students. Her teaching methodology incorporates in-lecture activities, problem-solving skills, group discussions, and demonstrations aimed at helping students visualize and relate concepts to real-life applications. She believes that each student's learning journey is unique and is committed to facilitating their individual learning processes.

Research Interests

Requirements for York University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
4-year Honours Bachelor degree in a related discipline
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Specialization Notes

Department of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies graduate programs generally follow the Faculty of Graduate Studies (FGS) B+ minimum requirement.