University of Waterloo

Master of Science in Physics

The program can be taken as a thesis or a research paper option
The MSc Physics (thesis option) is a research-based MSc degree where students work closely with a graduate supervisor to perform original research in an area of Physics, culminating in an MSc thesis
Research areas for the thesis option include Astrophysics and Gravitation, Biophysics, Photonics and Atmospheric, Molecular, and Optical Physics, Quantum Information and Computing, Quantum Matter, and Soft Matter
The MSc Physics (research paper option) program is principally a course-based MSc degree with a research component
Students in the research paper option also have the opportunity to perform research in an area of Physics, culminating in a research paper

Course fees are indicative and should be viewed as an estimate. Connect with a counsellor to get an accurate figure for your course fees!

Duration2 Years

1st Year Tuition FeesCAD 7254

Fall: September 2026

Winter: January 2026

Spring: May 2026

Housing (off-campus) and utilities :7200.00

Fees :703.00

Food :4620.00

Personal expenses :4200.00

Total :CAD 16723

Academic Requirements

An applicant must have an Honours Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Science with at least a 75% standing

Additional Requirements

Official transcripts
Three references, at least two from academic sources
Graduate Record Examination (GRE) Physics subject test scores for all students who have completed their post-secondary education outside of Canada
Supplementary information form

English Language Requirements

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