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MA/MS in Physics

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Kingston, Ontario, Canada•QS 2026 #191 =

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Offered by Queen's University in Kingston, Canada, MA/MS in Physics is a master's degree in Physics & Astronomy programme. Tuition for international students is CAD 12,927 per year (CAD 5,888 per year for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Master's Degree
Field: Physics & Astronomy
Local tuition: CAD 5,888 / year
International tuition: CAD 12,927 / year

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Last checked September 2026 · Source: queensu.ca ·

Program details

Overview

The Department of Physics, Engineering Physics & Astronomy at Queen's University offers a Master of Science (MSc) and Master of Applied Science (MASc) program for graduate study in physics, engineering physics, and astronomy. Admission requires an honours bachelor's degree in Science or a bachelor's degree in Applied Science with second-class standing from a recognized university; registration in the MASc stream additionally requires an undergraduate degree in Engineering or Applied Science. Applicants must secure agreement from a faculty supervisor before a full application can be accepted, and are encouraged to contact potential supervisors about available research projects during the summer or fall before they apply. Admission is reviewed on a rolling basis, with January 7 as the priority deadline for full consideration for a September start. Students with exceptional academic standing in the Master's program may be admitted directly to the PhD program without completing the Master's degree. The department's research spans experimental and theoretical physics, engineering physics, and astronomy, and is based in Stirling Hall on the Kingston campus.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: The minimum qualification for admission to the MSc/MASc program is second-class standing in an honours bachelor's degree in Science or a bachelor's degree in Applied Science from a recognized university; an undergraduate degree in Engineering or Applied Science is required to register in the MASc program. Applicants whose first language is not English must meet the School of Graduate Studies and Postdoctoral Affairs' English proficiency requirements (TOEFL iBT, IELTS Academic, PTE Academic, CAEL CE, or Cambridge English Assessment), unless exempted through at least one year of prior study at an English-language institution or a qualifying grade in Queen's English for Academic Purposes Program.

Application Details

Start Date: September

About Queen's University

“Sapientia et Doctrina Stabilitas”

Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1841
Students: 28,561
QS rank: #191 =
Programs: 156
Location: Kingston, Ontario, Canada

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does MA/MS in Physics award?

Queen's University awards a Master's Degree in the field of Physics & Astronomy on completion of this programme.

How much does MA/MS in Physics cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 12,927 per year (CAD 5,888 per year for local students).

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