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Master of Science (MSc) Course-based in Physics and Astronomy at University of Calgary

University of Calgary, Canada

Programme overview

Master of Science (MSc) Course-based in Physics and Astronomy is a graduate programme of the University of Calgary, offered through the Faculty of Science (Physics and Astronomy). Specializations: Astrophysics Physics Space Physics The MSc degree may be completed on a part-time basis with approval of the Department.

Faculty: Faculty of Science  |  Department: Physics and Astronomy  |  Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada

What you will study

In addition to the Faculty of Graduate Studies requirements and the Faculty of Science requirements, the Department requires: All students must complete the three components of the Scientific Communication Skills course, PHYS691.11, PHYS691.12 and PHYS691.13, during their graduate program. SCIE675 may be substituted for PHYS 691.11 and PHYS 691.13.

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Application information

Entry requirements

In addition to Faculty of Graduate Studies and Faculty of Science requirements , the Department requires: a) A University of Calgary Honours undergraduate degree in Physics, Engineering Physics, Astronomy/Astrophysics, or equivalent. b) This program has a requirement to demonstrate English Language Proficiency; see Faculty of Science English Language Proficiency (ELP) Requirements for Graduate Programs for details. c) Two reference letters. Applicants to the Master of Science program whose background does not include the equivalent of an undergraduate honours degree in the proposed area of study may require additional make-up courses. Such applicants should consult with the department regarding their admission status.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the courses you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Graduate academic term start dates are Fall (September 1), Winter (January 1), Spring (May 1) and Summer (July 1); intake terms vary by programme.

The graduate application fee is $125 for Canadian citizens or Permanent Residents and $145 for international students, per application; applications are made online and deadlines are set by each programme.

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