Program start date | Application deadline |
2024-01-01 | - |
2024-05-01 | - |
2024-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
Brock University's MSc in Physics program offers three specializations: Theoretical Physics, Experimental Condensed Matter Physics and Materials Science, and Biophysics. The program emphasizes research, critical thinking, and technical skills, preparing graduates for careers in industry, academia, and other organizations. Students complete coursework and conduct research under faculty supervision, with potential career paths including PhD programs, research and development, and technical roles.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The MSc in Physics program at Brock University aims to provide students with extensive experience in research, critical thinking, essential communication, and technical skills. The program prepares graduates for successful careers in industry, academia, and other institutions and organizations. The program's research activities focus on applied material science, including studies of the structural, magnetic, transport, and optical properties of thin-film, single-crystal, and bulk materials. Other research areas include the structural and physical characteristics of biological membranes and membrane proteins and problems in computational, mathematical, and theoretical physics.
Outline:
The MSc in Physics program at Brock University offers three specializations:
- Theoretical Physics
- Experimental Condensed Matter Physics and Materials Science
- Biophysics The program can be completed in six terms (two years) and offers entry points in January, May, and September.
Careers:
Graduates of the MSc in Physics program at Brock University can pursue careers such as:
- PhD programs in Physics
- Private sector research and development
- Applied scientist
- Technical sales and support
- Consultant
- Scientific/technical writer
- Instrument/equipment design
- Laboratory technician