Physics (Master of Science)

Physics (Master of Science) is a Masters program taught at Lakehead University, . The program is offered in campus-based modes with full Time options. To successfully obtain Physics (Master of Science) from Lakehead University you are required to complete credit hours. After completion of Physics (Master of Science) you will be able to further continue for advance studies or start career as Physicist, Experimental Physicist, Astrophysicist, Teacher, Professor.

The minimum requirements for admission in Physics (Master of Science) at Lakehead University for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:

• program specific academic requirment set by Lakehead University.
• English Language OR any other language requirments as set by Lakehead University as pre-requiste for admission in Physics (Master of Science).

Note: Please check the university website in the link below.

Applicants for admission must be graduates of a recognized university, college, or institute as well as show evidence of scholarly achievement. Except where otherwise stated in the Admission Requirements of a particular program, degree students must have a four year bachelor's degree or its equivalent with at least second class standing (B) based on their last 20 half courses or equivalent.

An applicant holding a degree other than one in the discipline area to which admission is sought will be considered on the basis of courses taken and academic standing. A Qualifying Year at the undergraduate level may be required to meet the admission standards. Courses taken as part of a Qualifying Year can not be used as credit towards a graduate degree.

Meeting the minimum requirements does not necessarily guarantee admission. No candidate will be admitted unless the academic unit recommends admission. All applicants will be advised by the Office of Graduate Studies in writing of their admission status.

You need to complete credit hours to successfully obtain this degree. Please check detail of study units at https://www.lakeheadu.ca/programs/graduate/programs/masters/physics/node/7258

Graduate studies in Physics at Lakehead University is very rewarding.

Students benefit from close working relationships with their advisors. These relationships help to facilitate students' research in Condensed Matter & Optical Physics (semiconductor, surface science, soft-condensed matter, and fibre optics). Our collaboration with the medical physics staff at the Regional Cancer Centre also provides a number of applicable research opportunities with Medical Physics professionals.

As well as the regular core courses, students are provided with special topics courses. This combination of general and thesis specific courses prepares students for further graduate work and provides a solid background in their area of specialization.

You can join one of the following careers:

• Physicist
• Experimental Physicist
• Astrophysicist
• Teacher
• Professor