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Master of Science in Astronomy at Saint Mary's University

Saint Mary's University, Canada

Programme overview

Saint Mary's is the major centre for astronomical and astrophysical research in Atlantic Canada. The MSc offers both a thesis and a no-thesis option and is normally two years in length.

Faculty: Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research  |  Department: Department of Astronomy and Physics  |  Duration: 2 years  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

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Application information

Entry requirements

A BSc (Honours) or equivalent in Astronomy, Physics or a related field (Astronomy, Mathematics or Physics), normally with a GPA of 3.00 (B) or higher out of 4.3. Applications are accepted at any time, with highest priority for fall admission given to applications received by February 1.

Domestic applicants: CAD 6,591 a year (2026-2027). Annual program tuition for 2026-2027 from the Graduate Annual Program Fee Schedule; excludes mandatory student fees, medical and dental plan costs. Source

International applicants: CAD 14,596 a year (2026-2027). Annual program tuition for 2026-2027 from the Graduate Annual Program Fee Schedule; excludes mandatory student fees, medical and dental plan costs. Source

Duration: 2 years

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