About the course

An Honours B.Sc. program normally requires the completion of 120 units (4 years), including a set of courses in a specific discipline and allows for interdisciplinary, and/or liberal arts studies through electives from other Departments, Schools and Faculties. Please refer to departmental program descriptions for details. Graduates of Honours B.Sc. programs are well equipped for a career in their field or a related discipline as well as post graduate opportunities.

　　An Honours Astrophysics degree is a good choice for anyone who is curious and seeks an understanding of the world both at its most fundamental level and on its largest scale. Training in astrophysics provides transferable skills in experimental design, modelling, big data analysis, computing, scientific communication, critical thinking and problem solving. Because of this, our graduates find employment in many different fields: research, industry, education, software development, medicine, law, finance, etc. 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
Fall (September), 2024	Hamilton
Fall (September), 2025	Hamilton

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for McMaster University

Selection is based on academic achievement but requires, as a minimum, completion of any Level I program with a Grade Point Average of at least 5.0.

　　Submit Supporting Documentation. Supporting documentation may include English Language Proficiency Requirements and official transcripts. IELTS - 6.5 Overall with a minimum of 5.0 on each of the four components (Reading, Writing, Speaking, Listening) Valid for 2 years. TOEFL(Test of English as a Foreign Language) - IBT: 86 Overall with a minimum score of 20 in each of the four components (Reading, Writing, Speaking, Listening), valid for 2 years.

　　International Baccalaureate :

　　High School Transcript with Predicted and/or Final IB Grades.

　　Final IB diploma results must be submitted to be considered for advanced credit.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 86.0

　　

Application deadline:

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

　　

Further information

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World ranking

　　103rd / 1250

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