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postgraduate

Degree

Master of Science in Physics (Research-Based)

postgraduate

Degree

Master of Science in Physics (Research-Based)

Quick facts

  • Annual tuition (2023)

    $6,198 CAD

  • Application fee

    $125 CAD

  • Duration

    2 years

  • PGWP

    3 years

  • Min GPA

    3.5 out of 4.33

Highlights
Thesis

These are mandatory and all come with course.

Deadlines

Term start& deadline Deadline
Fall-September 31-March-2024 2024-03-31

Overview

Master of Science in Physics

The MSc program in the Department of Physics at Simon Fraser University provides opportunities for students to undertake advanced research in physics

Students will be exposed to fundamental and applied research in both theoretical and experimental physics.

Interdisciplinary research is also possible. 

Through a combination of coursework and a research-based thesis, students will gain the skills necessary to pursue PhD research or careers in physics or related disciplines.

Estimate your cost

Residency
Count of person

$15,934

Total costs

yearly

Details


Cost of living 1 person $6,924
Accommodation 1 bed room $9,736
Tuition 1 person $6,198

Hourly wage

Min wage

16.75 CAD / 1 hour

in Canada every student can work 20 hour per week

Required documents

  • Official transcripts
  • Three References
  • English proficiency test scores
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Passport

Language requirements

GRE
not required
GMAT
not required

IELTS

7
6.5
listening
6.5
writing
6.5
speaking
6.5
reading

TOEFL

93
20
listening
20
writing
20
speaking
20
reading

PTE

65
60
listening
60
writing
60
speaking
60
reading

Cambridge

193
-
listening
-
writing
-
speaking
-
reading

Academic background and requirement

To be considered for admission to the SFU Physics MSc program, applicants should have a bachelor’s degree in Physics or a related subject

Students holding Bachelor of Science degrees in other disciplines may be considered if they have a very strong background (upper-level undergraduate courses) in the following core Physics course areas:

  • Quantum Mechanics
  • Statistical Mechanics
  • Electromagnetic Theory

 

QUALIFYING ADMISSION
 

Students who do not meet our minimum course requirements or who have an insufficient background in the core Physics courses are welcome to apply to the SFU Physics graduate program. 

If they are assessed as having the potential for strong graduate performance, they may be recommended for qualifying admission.

 

Iran

Required Credential or Degree

Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university

Minimum Overall Academic Standing

16 on a 20-point scale

 

China

Required Credential or Degree

A four-year Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university.

Minimum Overall Academic Standing

3 on a 4-point scale (B, 75%);
4 on a 5-point scale (B, 80%)

 

India

Required Credential or Degree

M.A., M.B.B.S., M.Comm., M.Sc., or a Master's degree in a non–engineering field or Honours B.Eng., B.Sc.(Eng.), B.Tech., B.A.Sc., B.Arch. B.Pharm

3-year degrees are an acceptable basis for admission if:

  • The applicant’s overall standing in degree is 1st Class/Division, AND
  • The awarding institutions have been accredited by India’s National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) with a grade of A or better http://www.naac.gov.in/ OR
  • The awarding institution is designated an Institution of National Importance, such as the Indian Institute of Technology.

Minimum Overall Academic Standing

First Class; 8 on a 10-point scale

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