Physics (PhD)

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Degree

Doctorate (PhD)

Department

Physics

Faculty

Faculty of Arts & Science

Program type

Thesis

Primary campus

Loyola (LOY)

Duration

4 years

Credits

90 credits

Start term

Fall, Winter

Program overview

The PhD in Physics is focused on research activities, complemented by a few advanced courses, which examine the fundamental and applied concepts of either physics or biomedical physics. Our researchers have expertise in theoretical and experimental condensed matter physics including quantum- and nano- materials, human biomedical physics, molecular biophysics, theoretical particle physics, laser optics and photonics, molecular modeling/computational physics and physics education and cultivate strong student-supervisor relationships. Many of us are members of various research centres that promote interdisciplinary collaborations in nano-, molecular and life sciences. Our Department has state of the art facilities for medical imaging, molecular biophysics, optical spectroscopy, photonics and low-temperature transport measurements, among others.

Program structure

Degree Requirements

Fully-qualified candidates are required to complete a minimum of 90 credits.

Please see the Physics Courses page for course descriptions.

Physics PhD (90 credits)

9	credits chosen from Physics PhD Electives
6	credits: • PHYS 861 Doctoral Seminar on Selected Topics I (3.00) • PHYS 862 Doctoral Seminar on Selected Topics II (3.00)
6	credits: • PHYS 870 Comprehensive Examination and Research Proposal (6.00)
69	credits: • PHYS 890 Doctoral Research and Thesis (69.00)

Physics PhD Electives

• PHYS 601 Advanced Quantum Mechanics I (3.00)

• PHYS 602 Advanced Quantum Mechanics II (3.00)

• PHYS 603 High Energy Physics (3.00)

• PHYS 608 Selected Topics in High Energy Physics (3.00)

• PHYS 609 Selected Topics in Quantum Physics (3.00)

• PHYS 636 Condensed Matter Physics I (3.00)

• PHYS 637 Condensed Matter Physics II (3.00)

• PHYS 638 Additional Module in Condensed Matter Physics (1.00)

• PHYS 639 Selected Topics in Condensed Matter Physics (3.00)

• PHYS 642 Statistical Physics (3.00)

• PHYS 644 Advanced Classical Mechanics and Relativity (3.00)

• PHYS 646 Electrodynamics (3.00)

• PHYS 648 Non Linear Waves (3.00)

• PHYS 649 Selected Topics in Theoretical Physics (3.00)

• PHYS 660 Chemical Aspects of Biophysics (3.00)

• PHYS 663 Quantitative Human Systems Physiology (3.00)

• PHYS 665 Principles of Medical Imaging (3.00)

• PHYS 666 Additional Module in Biophysics (1.00)

• PHYS 667 Selected Topics in Biophysics (3.00)

• PHYS 668 Additional Module in Biomedical Physics (1.00)

• PHYS 669 Selected Topics in Biomedical Physics (3.00)

• PHYS 678 Additional Module in Applied Physics (1.00)

• PHYS 679 Selected Topics in Applied Physics (3.00)

• PHYS 688 Additional Module in Computational Physics (1.00)

• PHYS 689 Selected Topics in Computational Physics (3.00)

Students may, with permission of their supervisor, take courses from the following list:

• CHEM 620 Selected Topics in Organic Chemistry (3.00)

• CHEM 630 Selected Topics in Physical Chemistry (3.00)

• CHEM 651 Nanochemistry (3.00)

• CHEM 690 Selected Topics in Instrumentation (3.00)

• CHME 6071 Materials Science and Engineering (4.00)

• CHME 6121 Nanomaterials Science and Engineering (4.00)

• COEN 6211 Biological Computing and Synthetic Biology (4.00)

• ELEC 6271 Nanoscience and Nanotechnology: Opto-Electronic Devices (4.00)

• ELEC 6661 Medical Image Processing (4.00)

• ELEC 6671 Biological Signal Processing (4.00)

• ENGR 6281 Modelling Turbulent Flows (4.00)

• MAST 694 Group Theory (3.00)

• MAST 840 Lie Groups (3.00)

Consult the Graduate Calendar for the complete list of courses

Admission requirements

Admission Requirements

MSc degree in Physics or a related field with high standing from a recognized university.
Proficiency in English. Applicants whose primary language is not English must demonstrate that their knowledge of English is sufficient to pursue graduate studies in their chosen field. Please refer to the English language proficiency page for further information on requirements and exemptions.

Application process

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Application deadlines

FALL

March 1

WINTER

August 1

SUMMER

n/a

Priority will be given to complete applications submitted by the deadline. In some cases, programs may continue to accept applications as long as there is space available.

International students: Considering the waiting period involved in meeting the entry requirements to Canada and Quebec, we strongly encourage international applicants to apply early and submit supporting documents prior to the deadline.

Tuition & funding

Tuition fees

The tuition fees of the program may differ depending on your student status. To estimate the cost of your education at Concordia, go through five (5) easy steps.

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Awards and funding

Funding packages are generally available for students in thesis-based programs. They come in the form of awards, teaching and research assistantships are offered at the time of admission to most students to allow them to focus on their research and studies. Research and thesis-based students are automatically considered for all entrance graduate awards when they apply to Concordia, provided they meet eligibility criteria. No separate application is required.

Learn more about entrance awards

The Quebec and Canadian governments offer a number of competitive graduate scholarships. We encourage you to apply for these awards at the same time you are preparing your application.

Consult the list of awards available

Physics (PhD)

Program overview