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PhD in Astronomy

4 Years On Campus Phd Program

University of British Columbia Vancouver

Program Overview

UBC research in astronomy and astrophysics covers most areas of current interest in this broad field, including a wide range of theoretical and observational studies in astronomy, and also experimental and theoretical studies in cosmology. Research at optical wavelengths includes searches and orbital determination for asteroids and comets, photometric studies of stellar populations, particularly globular clusters, studies of distant galaxies and active galactic nuclei, and time-resolved spectroscopy of variable stars and active binary star systems.

Program Key Stats

$8776 (Annual cost)



52 %

Eligibility Criteria


90
155
155
550
6.5
90

Additional Information & Requirements

Masters Degree, Overall required grade is 3.5 on a 4-point scale, Transcripts from all past post-secondary study, Letters of References, Statement of Interest, GRE or GMAT scores, IELTS and TOEFL scores.

Career Options

  • Cartographer
  • Commercial/residential surveyor
  • Environmental consultant
  • Geographical information systems officer

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