Physics (Thesis) (M.Sc.) (45 credits)
Offered by: Physics (Faculty of Science)
Degree: Master of Science
Program credit weight: 45
Program Description
The M.Sc. in Physics focuses on conducting innovative research in a broad range of fields at the cutting edge of physics, which include but are not limited to astronomy, high energy physics, condensed matter physics, materials science and biophysics. The thesis must focus on research in an area related to one of the Department's research groups.
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Required Courses (30 credits)
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PHYS 601 | Introduction to Graduate Studies in Physics 1. | 1.5 |
Introduction to Graduate Studies in Physics 1. Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. Foundational skills in research and communication, including graduate student orientation, research integrityand ethics, proposal writing, science communication both oral and written for a general audience, outreach and equity, diversity, and inclusion, best practices in teaching assistantship. | ||
| PHYS 602 | Introduction to Graduate Studies in Physics 2. | 1.5 |
Introduction to Graduate Studies in Physics 2. Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. Core skills in reading, writing, critical thinking and career opportunities. Preparation for the comprehensive oral exams, paper reviews, writing and responding to referee reports, conference presentations, scientific programming, and data management and visualization. | ||
| PHYS 690 | M.Sc. Thesis. | 24 |
M.Sc. Thesis. Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. Independent thesis research work. | ||
| PHYS 693 | M.Sc. Research. | 3 |
M.Sc. Research. Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. Independent work under the direction of the student's supervisor on a research problem in the student's designated area of research leading to a project report or seminar. | ||
Complementary Courses (15 credits)
12 credits at the 500, 600, or 700 level.
3 credits at the 600 or 700 level.
Students with an appropriate background may request Departmental permission to substitute up to 6 credits chosen from the following courses:
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PHYS 691 | Thesis Preparation. | 3 |
Thesis Preparation. Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. Directed study of research papers and experimental or theoretical techniques in the student's designated area of research under the supervision of the graduate studies committee of the Department. | ||
| PHYS 692 | Thesis Project. | 6 |
Thesis Project. Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. Independent work under the direction of the student's supervisor on a research problem in the student's designated area of research leading to a project report or seminar. | ||