Scholarship Overview
The University of British Columbia (UBC) offers financial support to students admitted to its research-based Master of Science (MSc) in Physics program at the Vancouver campus. Both Canadian and international applicants, including Pakistani BS graduates, are eligible for this program. Funding is provided for up to two years, subject to satisfactory academic performance and fulfillment of assigned responsibilities. The standard annual graduate application deadline is December 1.
Who Can Apply
To be considered for admission and standard departmental funding, applicants must meet the following eligibility conditions:
- Hold a recognized bachelor's degree in Physics, Astronomy, Engineering Physics, Mathematics, or a closely related field (such as Electrical Engineering).
- Demonstrate sufficient academic background in core physics and mathematics.
- Maintain an overall academic average of at least 80%.
- Meet UBC's country-specific requirements for international candidates, including applicants from Pakistan.
- Provide English-language proficiency test results if not eligible for an exemption.
- GRE test scores are not required for this program.
Benefits
Financial packages are arranged to help cover tuition and living expenses for up to two years. Funding features include:
- Support provided through research assistantships, teaching assistantships, departmental awards, and external scholarships.
- Tuition assistance options, including the International Tuition Award and the Faculty of Science MSc Tuition Award for eligible students.
- Based on historical data from September 2023 to August 2024, students received a median annual gross funding of CAD 34,361 and a median annual net funding of CAD 25,286 (after tuition and fees). Specific funding packages vary and are not guaranteed.
How to Apply
Interested candidates can apply directly through UBC’s official graduate admission portal:
- Create a UBC Campus-Wide Login account and select the MSc in Physics program.
- Complete the online application form and pay the required fee (exact application fee is not specified in the source; please check the official notice).
- Upload academic transcripts from all previously attended institutions.
- Provide details regarding research interests and identify potential faculty supervisors.
- Submit contact details for three academic referees to provide recommendation letters.
- Admitted students are automatically considered for basic departmental funding arrangements, though specific competitive or external scholarships require separate applications.
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