Master of Science in Materials Physics

Master of Science in Materials Physics (MSMP) International Student Program (ISP) provides intensive, hands-on graduate training in advanced experimental, theoretical, and computational techniques of modern materials science. The program aims to prepare highly knowledgeable and skilled graduates, who will be trained as materials physicists who can work independently or in collaboration with others to fill jobs in industry, government agencies, research institutes and universities worldwide.

The program offers two options: a 16-month (four term) course-based option and a 2-year (six term) course-plus-project (MRP) option. Both options require participation in the Graduate Science Preparation Program (GSPP) prior to or concurrent with the start of the program.

The MSMP program focuses on skills to identify important and critical problems and to use appropriate methods and techniques to address them. Students will also learn how to communicate their results to scientific as well as non-technical audiences, and to evaluate the business and societal impact of their work without prejudice. These goals will be achieved through graduate seminar presentations and through the production of detailed technical laboratory and term reports conforming to the rigorous standards of scientific and technical publications in the fields of materials science and technology.

For additional information about the MSMP program options and details please visit MSMP – M.Sc. in Materials Physics

Degree Requirements

Degree Requirements

Students accepted into the program are required to complete a Graduate Science Preparation Program (GSPP). The primary focus of GSPP is to prepare international students, whose first language is not English, for the academic demands of graduate programs at Brock University. This intensive English Program has been designed specifically for MSMP and other graduate students in the Sciences, and focuses on effective communication skills in English, and on the development of English skills in professional contexts. In exceptional cases, students may be exempted from GSPP. Over four terms of study (normally Fall, Winter, Spring/Summer, Fall) students must successfully complete ten half-credit courses (four theoretical courses, four experimental/laboratory courses, one computational course, and one seminar course). All students are also expected to attend Departmental seminars.

For full-time students in the Major Research Project (MRP) option, the Materials Physics MSc is normally a six term or 24-month program. Every Materials Physics MSc (MRP) candidate must complete the course requirements of the course-based program, and a research project under supervision of a physics faculty member. All candidates must conduct, submit, and present a project which demonstrates proficiency in applying concepts in Materials Physics. The project is typically completed in the final two terms of study.

For additional information about the MSMP courses and degree requirements please visit MSMP – M.Sc. in Materials Physics

Admission into the program

Contacts

Application deadline

Application for entry into the program may be made at any anytime and will be considered when received until the program is full. It is recommended that International Applicants apply at least five months prior to the start of the program.

How to apply

  1. Check that you satisfy the University requirements
  2. Check that you satisfy the MSMP program requirements:
    • a four-year Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent, from an accredited University, in Physics or a closely related discipline, with an average of not less than B average over the last two years of full-time undergraduate study;
    • a sufficient knowledge of English as specified by the Faculty of Graduate Studies.
    • Briefly, the following English preparation is expected of the students applying into the MSMP program:
      • IELTS Score: 6.0; PREPARATION: 14-week term of ESL studies (IELP Level 5), May to August; ENTRY POINT: Grad studies upon completion, in September
      • IELTS Score: 5.5; PREPARATION: Two 14-week terms of ESL studies (IELP Levels 4&5), January to August; ENTRY POINT: Grad studies upon completion, in September

Follow the above links to find out more about each of the preparatory programs.

  1. Submit your application via the online system of the Ontario Universities Application Centre (OUAC). Please note that you will be prompted at the completion of your online application to pay a non-refundable application processing fee (currently, Can$105), payable by credit card or internet banking. Further details may be found on the Faculty of Graduate Studies website.
  2. You will be contacted by email (within one week) when we have received your paid application, informing you of the required application materials. This email will also provide you with your Brock Campus ID (it will look like xx15yy – 2 letters, 2 numbers, 2 letters) and instructions on how to log in to the Brock portal to monitor the status of your application and documents.

Pre-masters option

Applicants holding an undergraduate degree without sufficient background in Physics, may be required to complete additional qualifying undergraduate courses prior to an admission into the MSMP program.

Pre-admissions evaluation

  • Students may contact us for a pre-admission evaluation. Be sure to attach electronic copies of all relevant transcripts and a brief statement of interest. We will arrange for a personal interview, via a suitable teleconference facility if necessary.
  • We encourage international students to visit Brock International for further information.

Tuition fees

For tuition and fees’ information please visit https://brocku.ca/safa/tuition-and-fees/overview/graduate/

Please note that the MSMP is an International Master of Science Cohort Program. Please refer to the fees listed under the International Cohort Programs (ISP).  For additional details please visit the MSMP program webpage.

Career Paths

MSMP – Careers

Expected career fields for the MSMP graduates to explore include:

  • Nanotechnology
  • Biotechnology
  • Energy Sector
  • Electronics Industry
  • Metallurgy
  • Medical technology
  • Coatings Industry
  • Biomaterials