Master of Science [M.S] (Physics)
STEM Course
2 years
Full Time
On Campus
Field of Study:
Ranked #118 out of 1502 by THE Global Ranking 2023
$5,627 /Yr
CA$7,604 /Yr
- The University of Alberta offers a Master of Science in Physics program for a duration of 2 years (4 terms).
- This course is offered on a full-time basis.
- The program consists of two options: project and thesis-based.
- The Department of Physics at the University of Alberta is one of the leaders in physics teaching and research in Canada.
- In this course, students must have at least two courses taken in the Department of Physics, and a minimum of two courses must be at the 500-level or above.
- A research project, the results of which are presented in a thesis, and an oral examination are also required.
- The Department is committed to providing financial support to students through the normal duration of their program.
- The faculty and student ratio for this program is 1:14.
- The university consists of 50 tenure-track faculty members, 42 faculty lecturers, and 97 sessional lecturers.
- Students must also demonstrate proficiency in an approved language other than English.
- The faculty have won multiple teaching and research awards at the local, provincial and national level, including 3M Teaching Award, Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada, etc.
- The average salary goes up to 45,750 USD after completing this program.
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Important Dates
Event | Application Date |
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Application Deadline For 2025 Intake | Dec 6, 2024 |
Application Deadline For 2025 Intake | Mar 31, 2025 |
Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
---|---|
Tuition Fees | $5627 (CAD 7604) |
Other Expenses
Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
---|---|
Housing | $7992 (CAD 10800) |
Food | $1998 (CAD 2700) |
Total Cost | $9990 (CAD 13500) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Applicants must have a four-year undergraduate degree or its academic equivalent, from an academic institution recognized by the University of Alberta.
- The cumulative weighted average GPA of 3.0/4.0 [B Grade].
- Proof of English proficiency may be required for international applicants, whose first language is not English.
- Students must be qualified in IELTS or TOEFL and PTE to get admission in this program.
Indian Student Eligibility:
- Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:
- Completed a 4-year UG degree with first class in a relevant field from a recognized institution
- Completed a master's degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
- Students will need to submit school results for Class XI showing a competitive average and course registration for Class XII, or Class XII mid-year results.
- Students in CBSE or CISCE schools, they present 75%+ on their final Class XII exams.
Scores Required
Submission of GRE scores is optional for this program, however, if students have taken the GRE exam then it is recommended to submit the GRE scores for a better chance of admission.
Required Document List
Following are the required documents:
- CV/Resume: Outline of academic achievements and awards, publications, relevant work, and volunteer experience.
- Official Transcripts: Students have to submit a copy of their original official transcripts.
- Reference letters: Students will choose letter writers that will be able to comment on their academic record as well as other experiences or relevant skill sets.
- Statement of Intent: Reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
- ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.
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Career and Placement after Course
Followings are the Career/Job opportunities after this course:
- Observation Scientist
- Laboratory Technician
- School Science Technician or Research Analyst
- Assistant Scientist
- Physics Training Manager
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alberta Innovates Graduate Student Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeCollege-Specific | |
UAlberta Master's Entrance Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 12,950/Yr$17,500 | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeCollege-Specific | |
Alberta Graduate Excellence Scholarship (AGES) | Scholarship per student$ 8,880/Yr$12,000 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeCollege-Specific | |
BrokerFish International Student Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 740/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
Bharat Petroleum Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based | |
Jared J. Davis Grant | Scholarship per student$ 740/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based |
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