MSc in Physics & Astronomy
Program Requirements
Graduates with an honours degree, or equivalent, in astronomy, physics, or engineering physics from a recognized university with at least B+ standing (or at least second class honours from a United Kingdom university), may be admitted as Candidates for the M.Sc. degree. Applicants holding such degrees in which a deficiency is evident in critical areas of background preparation may be required to register in appropriate courses at the senior undergraduate level to raise their qualifications to the minimum admission level. Other requirements expected of students applying for graduate studies at York University are summarized in the "Faculty Regulations" section of the Faculty of Graduate Studies Calendar.
Oral Exam Information
Composition of Examining Committee A thesis examining committee shall consist of at least three voting members, including the Chair, as follows:
The Chair of the examining committee shall be chosen from among the voting members. Members of the student’s thesis supervisory committee may be members of the examining committee, but the principal supervisor may not serve as the Chair of the examining committee. Oral Exam Timeline
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