Overview

About the program

The histories of mathematics and physics are closely intertwined with many of the key discoveries in each made by scientists who were active in both areas. Indeed, throughout history the disciplines have cross-fertilized each other. Already existing mathematics has often proved to be "unreasonably effective" in describing reality while conversely, efforts to describe and explain physical phenomena have often lead to the development of new mathematics.

Today, with the progress and growth in each, the two fields are more distinct however they remain two of the most closely related sciences. The Interdisciplinary PhD in Theoretical Physics at Memorial University of Newfoundland is aimed at students who wish to work at this interface.

Programme Structure

Focus areas include:

advanced classical mechanics and non-linear processes
classical and quantum field theory
general relativity
many-body theory
partial differential equations of mathematical physics
quantum mechanics
theoretical astrophysics
theoretical condensed matter physics
theoretical and geophysical fluid mechanics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-09 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-06 00:00:00

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Language

English

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115

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80

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PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

St. John's, Canada

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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115

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

To be considered for admission to a Ph.D. program, the minimum requirements will normally be a Master's degree from a university of recognized standing, in an appropriate area of study.

Online application & application fee
Transcript(s) and confirmation of degree awarded
Two (2) letters of appraisal (references)
Resume or curriculum vitae

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

4497 CAD / year

≈ 4497 CAD / year
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Citizens or residents

3462 CAD / year

≈ 3462 CAD / year

Living costs

St. John's

Canada

1159 - 1707 CAD / month

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Overview

About the program

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

St. John's

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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