Master of Science in Materials Science

About this programme

Bridge chemistry and physics through interdisciplinary materials science research, exploring matter from the molecular to macroscopic scales with faculty experts at Trent University and Ontario Tech University. Explore how chemistry and physics shape the properties and applications of materials through graduate research spanning nanotechnology, electronic materials, surface science, biomaterials, and materials characterization. Offered jointly by Trent University and Ontario Tech University, this program combines fundamental science principles with an independent research project, equipping you with the expertise and professional skills to pursue careers in research and development or future doctoral study. Explore materials research through the Trent Centre for Materials Research, which brings together faculty and graduate students in Chemistry and Physics to foster collaboration, research exchange and exposure to experimental and theoretical approaches through seminars and research partnerships. Complete a two-year research-intensive master’s program combining coursework and a thesis emphasizing either theoretical or experimental research. Work under the guidance of a thesis advisor and a multi-disciplinary team of faculty from Trent University and Ontario Tech University. Eligible master’s students have the opportunity to transfer to the Ph.D. program after one academic year. Materials Science is a broad multi-disciplinary area of science focused on understanding, prediction, and application of the properties of matter. Master's students can pursue research in one of