About the course

The Ph.D degree is a thesis-based program where students are required to complete courses in addition to writing and defending a thesis. Materials Science & Engineering is about unravelling the fundamental principles governing the behavior of materials to enable technologies across a broad range of applications. This includes performance functionalities of all classes of materials across length scale ranging from the macro-scale down to nano-scale. Equivalent of 4 half courses (12 units) beyond the Master?s degree and successful defence of a thesis is required. Candidates are required to pass a Comprehensive Examination and Research Proposal. Under some circumstances, arrangements can be made with the Department for part-time Ph.D. study. 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	Hamilton
Summer (May), 2024	Hamilton
Fall (September), 2024	Hamilton
Winter (January), 2025	Hamilton
Summer (May), 2025	Hamilton
Fall (September), 2025	Hamilton
Winter (January), 2026	Hamilton
Summer (May), 2026	Hamilton

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for McMaster University

Master’s degree in Materials Science, Engineering, Mathematics or Physical Sciences.

　　Successful completion of a Master’s degree with at least a B+ average

　　For admission to the Ph.D. degree program: successful completion of a Master’s degree with at least a B+ average.

　　Statement of Interest. Transcript of academic work completed to date. If the final transcript does not show that a completed degree has been conferred, an copy of your diploma is also required. Official copy of these documents will be required if an offer of admissions is made. Letters of Recommendation are submitted electronically.

　　Minimum accepted TOEFL scores (as outlined in the Graduate Calendar for the Faculty of Engineering):

　　iBT: (Internet Based Test): 88

　　Paper Based Test: 550

　　Computer Based Test: 213

　　The IELTS is also accepted, with a minimum score of 6.5 with a minimum score of 5.5 in each category.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 88.0

　　

Application deadline:

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World ranking

　　103rd / 1250

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