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MSc Physics at Western University

Western University, Canada

Programme overview

Our department offers programs in both physics and astronomy leading to MSc and PhD degrees. We have a vibrant core faculty of 30 researchers covering the areas of astronomy, condensed matter physics, medical physics, atmospheric physics and planetary science.

Faculty: Faculty of Science  |  Duration: 6 Terms  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: London, Ontario, Canada

What you will study

Project-based or thesis-based programme, full-time, 6 Terms in length.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Four-year B.Sc. degree (or equivalent) in Physics, Astronomy or a related area. Achieved at least a 70% (B) average in upper level Physical Science and Mathematical courses. Additional Requirements. International students are encouraged to take the GRE-Physics exam to both strengthen their application and to help the Admissions Committee more fairly evaluate it. Application deadline: Domestic Applicants: January 15 - recommended for Fall term. Later applications may be accommodated on a first-come, first-served basis. International Applicants: March 1 - Fall Term Students typically begin their studies in September.

Graduate programmes charge Fall, Winter and Summer terms; Ivey MBA Direct has a July intake, the Accelerated MBA a November intake, and the Executive MBA September and February intakes. Deadlines and intake terms vary by programme.

Each graduate programme sets its own application deadlines, which may differ for domestic and international applicants. Applications are made through Western's online graduate application. The application fee is $185 CAD for most graduate programmes; $290 for Communication Sciences and Disorders (MClSc), Occupational Therapy (MSc OT) and Physical Therapy (MPT); $150 for Ivey MBA and Ivey MSc; $350 for Orthodontics.

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