About the course

Discover the scientific study of the universe beyond the Earth. Astrophysics deals primarily with the behaviours, physical properties, and dynamic processes of celestial objects and phenomena. Astrophysicists draw on physics and mathematics to study planets, stars, black holes, galaxies - even the evolution of the universe itself. Saint Mary’s is a leader in astrophysics research and the only place you can study astrophysics east of Montreal. Learn from professors who are internationally recognized for their work, yet friendly enough to get to know you by name. Your degree will give you practical skills in advanced physics, complemented by a superb grounding in astrophysics. Saint Mary’s is home to a Canada Research Chair in Astronomy and the Institute for Computational Astrophysics (ICA). Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 4 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Winter (January), 2024	Halifax
Summer (May), 2024	Halifax
Summer (July), 2024	Halifax
Fall (September), 2024	Halifax
Winter (January), 2025	Halifax
Summer (May), 2025	Halifax
Summer (July), 2025	Halifax
Fall (September), 2025	Halifax
Winter (January), 2026	Halifax
Summer (May), 2026	Halifax
Summer (July), 2026	Halifax

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Saint Mary's University

Applicants should ask their high school to submit official transcripts of final grades. Applicants

　　who have completed courses at another post-secondary educational institution must request an official transcript be sent to Saint Mary’s University.

　　TOEFL: minimum score of 550 (paper-based test)

　　iBT TOEFL: minimum score of 80 overall with no band score below 20

　　IELTS: minimum score of 6.5 with no score below 6.0

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Saint Mary's University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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