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PhD Physics (Direct Entry) at Carleton University

Carleton University, Canada

Programme overview

PhD Physics (Direct Entry) is a 4.0-credit doctoral programme in the 2026-27 Carleton University calendar, offered by the Department of Physics (Faculty of Science).

Faculty: Faculty of Science  |  Department: Department of Physics  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

What you will study

The programme totals 4.0 credits. Required courses include Statistical Data Analysis Techniques for Physics (PHYS 5002), Medical Radiation Physics (PHYS 5203), Physics of Medical Imaging (PHYS 5204), Medical Radiotherapy Physics (PHYS 5206).

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Entry requirements

An M.Sc. in Physics or a closely related field is normally required for admission into the Ph.D. program. Students who have been admitted to the M.Sc. program may be permitted to transfer into the Ph.D. program if they demonstrate academic abilities for advanced research in their field. #### Direct Entry from Bachelor's Degree Exceptional undergraduate students holding an honours B.Sc. in Physics or a closely related field, with a minimum A- average and significant research experience, may be considered for the Direct Entry Ph.D. program.

Graduate programmes normally admit to the fall (September) term; some programmes also consider applicants for the winter (January) or summer (May) terms.

Apply online through Carleton360. Applications for most programmes for the upcoming Fall, Winter and Summer terms open on 1 June. Most programmes have two deadlines per term: the first for guaranteed consideration of admission and funding, the second if space and funds remain. Application fee: C$125, non-refundable, paid by credit card and not waived.

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