University of Calgary - Faculty of Graduate Studies

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Physics and Astronomy (MSc Thesis)

University of Calgary - Faculty of Graduate Studies

Faculty:Department of Physics and Astronomy
Degree:Master
Field of Study:Astronomy
Astrophysics
Health/Medical Physics
Neuroscience
Physics, General
Thesis Based:Yes
Length:2 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $3,533
Careers:Managers in Health CarePhysicistsAstronomers

Description:

A global leader in research, the department of Physics and Astronomy offers exciting, diverse and competitive graduate programs. The thesis-based MSc in Physics and Astronomy appeals to students planning an academic career or wishing to gain research experience in physics, astronomy or radiation oncology. The program connects students with state-of-the-art experimental and computational facilities both here and at collaborating institutions, and with world-renowned researchers in one of six focus areas: Astronomy and Astrophysics, Complexity, Environmental and Isotope Physics, Radiation Oncology Physics, Quantum Information and Quantum, Atomic, and Molecular Optics, and Space Physics. These focus areas lie within program specializations that students apply to: Physics, Astrophysics, Space Physics or Radiation Oncology Physics (including Medical Imaging/Medical Physics).

The MSc in Radiation Oncology Physics is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Medical Physics Education Programs (CAMPEP) and provides didactic background, research experience and clinical training for a career in Radiation Oncology Physics. Most academic centres and Canadian radiation oncology clinics require a PhD. However, many clinical physicists in the United States and elsewhere have a terminal MSc degree.

Prerequisites:

Test Scores:
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 86] or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 6.5] or Pearson Test of English (Academic) [min. 560] or Michigan English Language Assessment Battery [min. 80]
Additional Admission Requirements:
  • Letter(s) of Reference
Applicants are required to have an honours BSc degree (or equivalent) in Physics, Engineering Physics, Astronomy/Astrophysics, or a related scientific field, and a minimum of 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 point system, over the past two years of full-time study (a minimum of 10 full-course equivalents or 60 units) of the undergraduate degree.

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

Modified on June 28, 2022