University of Calgary - Faculty of Graduate Studies

Physics and Astronomy (MSc Course)

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Program Information

School:University of Calgary - Faculty of Graduate Studies
Faculty:Department of Physics and Astronomy
Degree:Master
Field of Study:Astronomy
Astrophysics
Physics, General
Description:A global leader in research, the department of Physics and Astronomy offers exciting, diverse and competitive graduate programs. The course-based MSc in Physics and Astronomy appeals to students wishing to gain research experience in physics, astronomy or radiation oncology. The program connects students with state-of-the-art experimental and computational facilities both here and at collaborating institutions, and with world-renowned researchers in one of several focus areas: Astronomy and Astrophysics, Complexity, Environmental and Isotope Physics, Quantum Information and Quantum, Atomic, and Molecular Optics, and Space Physics. These focus areas lie within program specializations that students apply to: Physics, Astrophysics or Space Physics.

URL:Physics and Astronomy (MSc Course) at University of Calgary - Faculty of Graduate Studies
Course Based:Yes
Length:2 Year(s)
Careers:PhysicistsAstronomers

Admission Requirements

Test Scores:
  • Pearson Test of English (Academic) [min. 560] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 86] or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 6.5] or Canadian Academic English Language Assessment [min. 80]
Additional Admission Requirements:
  • Letter(s) of Reference
Applicants are required to have an honours BSc degree (or equivalent) in Physics, Engineering physics, Astronomy/Astrophysics, or a related scientific field, and a minimum of 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 point system, over the past two years of full-time study (a minimum of 10 full-course equivalents or 60 units) of the undergraduate degree.

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

Modified on June 28, 2022