Physics, Engineering Physics and Astronomy - Master of Science
CanadaCourse at a Glance
- MasterDegree level
- 2 yearsDuration
- Kingston, CanadaLocation
- Physical SciencesField of study
- EnglishLanguage of instruction
- KingstonCampus
- Master of ScienceAwards
- $12,927Fees
- AvailableScholarship
About this programme
Overview Faculty Programs Courses Telephone: 613 533-2687 Fax: 613 533-6463 Website: https://www.queensu.ca/physics/ Departmental Facilities The Department of Physics, Engineering Physics and Astronomy is located in Stirling Hall on Bader Lane. This teaching and research centre houses facilities for investigations in astronomy and astrophysics, condensed matter and low-temperature physics, engineering and applied physics, and sub-atomic physics.
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In addition, research is conducted at a number of external facilities. Most of the observational work in radio astronomy is done with the Very Large Array (VLA) of the NRAO near Socorro, New Mexico and the James Clerk Maxwell Telescope in Hawaii. Optical and infrared observations are carried out at the Canada-France-Hawaii Telescope, the National Optical Astronomy Observatories, the Gemini Telescope, Lick Observatory, the Anglo-Australian Telescope, and other international facilities, including the Hubble Space Telescope. Astrophysical theorists work in the areas of general relativity, physical cosmology, high energy and particle astrophysics, star formation, and solar system dynamics. For more information, see the separate calendar entry under Astronomy and Astrophysics. Research in many areas of condensed matter, low-temperature, and applied physics is carried out using a wide variety of equipment. Access to very low temperatures is provided by a facility for reaching millikelvin temperatures. The Applied Magnetics group has extensive industrial collaboration, a large number of highly innovative test rigs and a major investment in state-of-the-art finite element field-computational software. The Applied Solid State Physics group has extensive facilities for physical and chemical deposition of thin fi ...
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- English requirementIELTS Overall 7.0
- Study modeFull Time
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Entry requirements
Calendar entry for this degree: The Departmental requirements for the master's degree program are a minimum of two full graduate courses (or four half-courses), plus research and thesis. At most, one of these four graduate level half courses can be jointly offered (double-numbered) with an undergraduate course. At least one full course (or two half-courses) must be from among those offered by the Department of Physics, Engineering Physics and Astronomy. At most, one full course (two half-courses) may be taken from a department other than Physics, Engineering Physics and Astronomy subject to the approval of the Department of Physics, Engineering Physics and Astronomy. || General graduate admission is governed by the School of Graduate Studies and Postdoctoral Affairs: applicants normally need a four-year bachelor's degree (or a master's for doctoral entry), official transcripts and two letters of recommendation, and must meet the minimum scores set by the individual program. Source: https://www.queensu.ca/grad-postdoc/grad-studies/apply · English: IELTS 7.0; PTE Academic 65 · English test waiver: Applicants whose native language includes English are not required to sit an English-language proficiency test. A final grade of 80% or more in ESLA 140 or ESLA 150 from Queen's University's English for Academic Purposes Program, achieved at the time of application, may also remove the test requirement. Source: https://www.queensu.ca/grad-postdoc/grad-studies/apply · Application fee: CAD 120.00 - non-refundable graduate application fee, payable by Visa or Mastercard; the application is complete only once the fee is paid. Source: https://www.queensu.ca/grad-postdoc/grad-studies/apply
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- Academic transcripts
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- Statement of purpose (optional)
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Cost & scholarships
- Tuition$12,927 CAD / year≈ $9,505 / year
- Application feeNo application fee for this programme
- Living costsVary by city — see the destination guide.
- ScholarshipsFinancial assistance as published for this program: Graduate students are normally supported by various assistantships and scholarships. Students holding external awards (eg. NSERC or OGS) are offered additional support. Please contact the department for details. Fields of Research Research in the Department of Physics, Engineering Physics & Astronomy aims to understand basic physical processes that underlie the structure of the universe, stars and galaxies, and of matter. Work in the department also seeks to leverage that understanding to improve human physical and economic well-being. Research groups in the department include: Astronomy, Astrophysics, and Relativity. Research in this area ranges from the solar system, to stars, the interstellar medium, the structure and formation of galaxies, and the structure and evolution of the universe. See Condensed Matter Physics and Optics. Research in this area probes the structure and behavior of matter from molecules, to quantum dots, to hard and soft condensed matter systems. Research in this area also studies light-matter interaction via theory, and experiments in ultrafast, nonlinear, and quantum optics.... SourceView scholarship page
Application timeline
Typical timings. Deadlines differ per university and intake.
- 1Prepare documents1–2 weeks
- 2Submit application1–3 weeks
- 3Receive offer letter2–6 weeks
- 4Apply for visa4–8 weeks
Application deadline: The graduate application portal typically opens in September each year with deadlines occurring early in the new year; Queen's directs applicants to the individual degree-program website for that program's deadline, and most acceptances are made in March…
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Physics, Engineering Physics and Astronomy - Master of Science cost?
CAD 12,927 / year.
What English score does it need?
IELTS 7.0 overall is the score listed for this programme.
How long is it?
2 years, as listed by the university.
What are the entry requirements?
Calendar entry for this degree: The Departmental requirements for the master's degree program are a minimum of two full graduate courses (or four half-courses), plus research and thesis. At most, one of these four graduate level half courses can be jointly offered (double-numbered) with an undergraduate course. At least one full course (or two half-courses) must be from among those offered by the Department of Physics, Engineering Physics and Astronomy. At most, one full course (two half-courses) may be taken from a department other than Physics, Engineering Physics and Astronomy subject to the approval of the Department of Physics, Engineering Physics and Astronomy. || General graduate admission is governed by the School of Graduate Studies and Postdoctoral Affairs: applicants normally need a four-year bachelor's degree (or a master's for doctoral entry), official transcripts and two letters of recommendation, and must meet the minimum scores set by the individual program. Source: https://www.queensu.ca/grad-postdoc/grad-studies/apply · English: IELTS 7.0; PTE Academic 65 · English test waiver: Applicants whose native language includes English are not required to sit an English-language proficiency test. A final grade of 80% or more in ESLA 140 or ESLA 150 from Queen's University's English for Academic Purposes Program, achieved at the time of application, may also remove the test requirement. Source: https://www.queensu.ca/grad-postdoc/grad-studies/apply · Application fee: CAD 120.00 - non-refundable graduate application fee, payable by Visa or Mastercard; the application is complete only once the fee is paid. Source: https://www.queensu.ca/grad-postdoc/grad-studies/apply
Is there a scholarship?
Financial assistance as published for this program: Graduate students are normally supported by various assistantships and scholarships. Students holding external awards (eg. NSERC or OGS) are offered additional support. Please contact the department for details. Fields of Research Research in the Department of Physics, Engineering Physics & Astronomy aims to understand basic physical processes that underlie the structure of the universe, stars and galaxies, and of matter. Work in the department also seeks to leverage that understanding to improve human physical and economic well-being. Research groups in the department include: Astronomy, Astrophysics, and Relativity. Research in this area ranges from the solar system, to stars, the interstellar medium, the structure and formation of galaxies, and the structure and evolution of the universe. See Condensed Matter Physics and Optics. Research in this area probes the structure and behavior of matter from molecules, to quantum dots, to hard and soft condensed matter systems. Research in this area also studies light-matter interaction via theory, and experiments in ultrafast, nonlinear, and quantum optics.... Source View scholarship page
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