Physics (PhD)
Immerse yourself in world-class pure and applied research in one of the top physics departments in Canada.
Why choose this program?
Our internationally reputed department is ranked among the top physics departments in Canada in terms of research dollars per capita, with over $5M in funding annually that provides students with cutting-edge research opportunities. You’ll have access to a wide range of state-of-the-art equipment, high-power computer clusters, atmospheric observational facilities, and medical imaging facilities. Ìý
The physics and atmospheric science department has a long tradition in both pure and applied research with close ties and cross-appointments with the Departments of ChemistryÌý²¹²Ô»å OceanographyÌý²¹²Ô»å the Faculties of EngineeringÌý²¹²Ô»å ,Ìýproviding you with a collaborative and stimulating environment to conduct your research.
Our research programs cover all major areas of physics including computational, experimental and theoretical research in atmospheric physics, geophysics, quantum optics, condensed matter physics, novel Materials, applied physics, subatomic physics and astrophysics, and biophysics.
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Admission requirements
You'll need to meet theÌýFaculty of Graduate Studies minimum requirementsÌýas well as any program-specific admissions requirements before you can apply.
Financial information
At Â鶹´«Ã½, we want our students to focus on their studies, rather than worry about their personal finances. We offer competitive tuition rates and funding programs to support graduate students in almost all of our degree programs.
Program options
Thesis: Pursue independent and original research guided by a supervisor to develop and defend your thesis.Ìý
All graduate programs at Â鶹´«Ã½ are collaboratively delivered by a home Faculty and theÌýFaculty of Graduate Studies.