The MSc program in the Department of Physics provides opportunities for students to undertake advanced research in physics. Students will be exposed to fundamental and applied research in both theoretical and experimental physics. Interdisciplinary research is also possible. Through a combination of coursework and a research-based thesis, students will gain skills necessary to pursue PhD research or careers in physics or related disciplines.
Program Requirements
This program consists of required courses, elective courses, and a thesis for a minimum of 33 units.
Program Length
Students are expected to complete the program requirements in six terms (two years).
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January 2025
Simon Fraser University
Burnaby Campus,
8888 University Drive West,
BURNABY,
British Columbia (BC),
V5A 1S6, Canada
A bachelor's degree in physics or a related subject, including advanced undergraduate coursework in quantum mechanics, electromagnetism, and statistical mechanics is required.
English Language Requirements:
Internet-based TOEFL: 93 with minimum of 20 in each category
Paper-based TOEFL: 580 and TWE 5
IELTS (academic): overall band score of 7.0 of the academic (NOT general) test with a minimum of 6.5 in each section
CAEL: overall 70; minimum 60 in each section
Pearson Academic (PTE): overall 65; minimum 60 in all of their sections
Cambridge English Qualifications: C1 Advanced - minimum score of 193; C2 Proficiency - minimum score of 200
Duolingo English Test (DET): Provisionally through the Fall 2026 admission cycle - Duolingo English Test (DET) 130 overall with a minimum of 120 in each section.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
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