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PhD Physics, Engineering Physics and Astronomy at Queen's University

Queen's University, Canada

Programme overview

A degree in Physics provides you with training in theory, computation, statistical modelling, and experimental methods as you pursue problems in fundamental and applied research. Physicists design mathematical models to describe complex phenomena and test these models by making observations, conducting experiments, or running numerical simulations.

Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Science  |  Department: Physics, Engineering Physics and Astronomy  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Kingston, Ontario, Canada

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants submit official transcripts for all post-secondary study, letters of recommendation (two academic references for research programmes) and any programme-specific documentation through the online application; requirements and deadlines are set by each programme.

Domestic applicants: CAD 5,887 a year (2026-2027). 2026-2027 Canadian-student tuition (3 terms per year, doctoral rate); excludes Student Assistance Levy, ancillary fees and UHIP. Source

International applicants: CAD 5,887 a year (2026-2027). 2026-2027 international tuition (3 terms per year, doctoral rate); excludes Student Assistance Levy, ancillary fees and UHIP. Source

The graduate application portal typically opens in September each year with deadlines early in the new year; deadlines are set by each degree programme. Applications are made through the online School of Graduate Studies application.

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