Overview

Features

Programs at University of Alberta leading to the degrees of Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy are open to suitable graduates in physics, engineering physics, Geophysics, or equivalent programs.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

PhD students must pass an oral candidacy examination in subjects relevant to their general field of research.

Students entering the PhD program with a BSc are expected to pass their candidacy exam in the third year of their program.

Students entering the PhD program with a MSc are expected to pass their candidacy exam in the second year of their program.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 72 months

Start dates & application deadlines

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More details

Deadlines vary depending on your program of interest; some are as early as 12 months before the program begins.

Language

English

PTE Academic

61

TOEFL^® IBT

90

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Physics Geology View 37 other PhDs in Physics in Canada

Academic requirements

GPA

3

English requirements

PTE Academic

61

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Other requirements

General requirements

The Department’s minimum admission requirements are an undergraduate degree in physics, engineering physics, geophysics or an equivalent program with an admission GPA of at least 3.0 on the 4-point scale from the University of Alberta, or an equivalent qualification and standing from a recognized institution.

The admission GPA will be calculated on the last 60 units of graded coursework completed, or on the equivalent of the last two years of full-time graded coursework.

An up-to-date CV

A statement of Purpose

Three letters of recommendation

A Request for Financial Support if required

Tuition Fee

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International

8874 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 8874 CAD per year during 72 months.
National

4732 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 4732 CAD per year during 72 months.

Living costs for Edmonton

1201 - 1992 CAD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Geophysics.

Available Scholarships

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