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TRENTU.CA / Materials Science / The Experience

The Experience

Trent University and Ontario Tech University

Explore the interface of chemistry, physics, biology, and engineering. You will investigate the intersection of traditional disciplines and create new knowledge at these emerging frontiers.

To meet the demand for science professionals, Trent and OTU offer innovative, interdisciplinary M.Sc. and Ph.D. programs that focus on the scientific foundation of materials research. At Trent, you will build on fundamental science principles for your independent research project, developing skills in project management and effective communication of technical information. Comprised of coursework and a thesis, your degree will prepare you for a career in research and development in the public or private sector.

While the M.Sc. and Ph.D. programs accept direct applications, and supervisory program members will consider all eligible applications, it is strongly recommended that applicants contact any and all potential supervisors in advance of submitting formal applications to the MTSC program. Please visit our Faculty & Research page for more information.

  • M.Sc. students may apply for transfer to the Ph.D. program after one year.
  • Work with dedicated faculty members in state-of-the-art facilities.
  • Prepare for modern work environments and lifelong learning.

Program Options

  • M.Sc.

Thesis-based program
2 years full-time studies
January, May and September intake

  • Ph.D.

Thesis-based program
4 years full-time studies
January, May and September intake

M.Sc. students may apply for transfer to the Ph.D. program after one year

Course Offerings
Research Opportunities

Funding

At Trent, all eligible graduate students may be offered competitive funding for support in their studies. We are very pleased to provide funding for Master students and Ph.D. students.
Financial aid for individual full-time graduate students may be available from the following sources:

  • Scholarships, fellowships and other merit awards from governmental, industrial and other granting bodies in Canada.
  • University entrance awards, academic scholarships, and tuition bursaries.
  • Graduate Teaching Assistantships (GTAs) for a maximum of four terms – M.A./M.Sc. (maximum eight terms - Ph.D.), and/or laboratory demonstrating.
  • Research Assistantships (RAs) with faculty members who hold research grants.
  • Loans from the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) or other provincial sources.

More information regarding funding can be found here as well as the the 'Financial Support' tab.

 

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