Msc in Physics & Astronomy in Canada at UVic Canada

Program Overview for Msc in Physics & Astronomy in Canada:

In physics and astronomy, you will study the components of our universe. Through dynamic learning, you will gain basic knowledge about yourself and your research. 

All master of science and doctorate degrees are awarded in physics. Astronomy, Medical Physics, and Marine Physics also offer specific degree courses with different course requirements.

In the master's program, you will study a thesis that will help us understand the universe. You can get one of the following four majors: 

• Master of Physics 
• Master of Physics, majoring in Astronomy
• Master of Physics, majoring in Medical Physics
• Master of Physics, majoring in Marine Physics 

No matter which major you choose, you All will receive support from our faculty and staff and use our laboratories and facilities. Our research fields range from the small-scale structure of matter to the universe's large-scale cosmology and astronomical structure. Students holding an existing bachelor's degree usually enter a master's program.

Areas of focus:

• Physics
• Accelerator physics
• Condensed matter physics
• Experimental particle physics
• Theoretical physics
• Astrophysics
• Galactic astronomy and astrophysics
• Stellar astronomy and astrophysics
• Medical physics
• Ocean physics

The eligibility for Msc in Physics & Astronomy in Canada for both domestic and international student is:

The normal prerequisite for all programs is a (UVic equivalent) Honours degree in Physics, Astronomy, or related subjects. Students admitted to the MSc program but with backgrounds judged to be less than a UVic Honours degree (e.g., a Major degree) are normally required to take additional undergraduate courses in Physics, Astronomy, and Mathematics to satisfy the stated prerequisite.

International applicants

Applicants for MSc programs who completed their undergraduate degree at a non-Canadian university are normally expected to take the Graduate Record Examination (GRE), General and Subject exams, and submit the results to the Graduate Admissions and Records Office. Applicants for MSc programs whose native language is not English must also satisfy the English Competency Requirement for the Faculty of Graduate Studies (see Faculty Admissions for details). Students with this qualification may still be required to complete English language courses along with their program-related coursework.

These are the test eligibilities for the Msc in Physics & Astronomy to qualify.

The international student tuition fees and costs for Msc in Physics & Astronomy in Canada.

All graduate students must have a faculty member who serves as their academic supervisor. When you apply:

• You must list a potential supervisor on your application
• This faculty member must agree to be your supervisor and recommend your admission.

To find a supervisor, review the faculty contacts. When you've found a faculty member whose research complements your own, contact them by email.

Contact the graduate secretary at physgrad@uvic.ca or 250-721-7700.

Graduate students registered in full-time programs are automatically considered for a fellowship. This is based on a qualifying GPA.

Individual award amounts may vary depending on the program.

UVic Fellowship Awards

• Up to $17,500 per year (masters)
• Up to $20,000 per year (Ph.D.)

UVic Graduate Awards

• Up to $10,000 per year (masters and PhD)

Eligibility

• The minimum requirement for funding consideration is an A- average on the last two years of coursework
• Domestic and international students are considered equally for funding
• Full-time registration (3.0 units) for UVic Fellowship holders and at least part-time registration (1.5 units) for UVic Graduate Award holders
• Full-time registration for students registered with the Centre for Accessible Learning (CAL) is 1.5 units

Every year we employ many graduate students to assist with teaching, research, and lab instruction.

• Their academic units hire teaching assistants (TAs) to assist with teaching and grading courses. These are unionized, hourly positions.
• Faculty members hire research assistants (RAs) to help with their research. These roles are sometimes called scientific assistants or laboratory instructors. RA salaries come from faculty members’ research grants. Because of this, RA hours, salary, and other details are worked out between you and the faculty member.

Work-study

The work-study program offers part-time jobs on campus that fit your course schedule.

To be eligible, you must:

• Be a full-time student
• Demonstrate financial need
• Have a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN)

Co-operative Education Program (co-op)

UVic is home to the largest graduate co-op program in Canada. You can add a co-op to your master’s or doctoral studies for work experience in your field of study.

Bursaries

We offer non-repayable bursaries based on financial needs.

To be eligible for a bursary, you must be:

• Already receiving the maximum government student loans available to you
• In full-time status as determined by the Faculty of Graduate Studies
• In good academic standing