Schools Studying theoretical physics at the same university

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Pursuing doctoral programs in quantum field theory and astrophysics at the same university abroad, particularly in Canada, is feasible if both candidates find a school that offers suitable programs and meet the admission requirements. Strong academic performance increases the likelihood of acceptance into desired programs. In cases where acceptance is at different institutions, maintaining a long-distance relationship is possible, especially since many universities in Ontario are within a few hours' travel from each other.
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At the moment, I'm doing my Master degree in theoretical physics. I'd like to do a doctoral program in the field of quantum field theory. My partner is also doing his Master degree at the same university like me (in Switzerland). He is more interested in the field of astrophysics.

We are therefore wondering, if there is some possibility that we could do our doctoral program at the same university somewhere abroad. Do we have the chance to work both in Canada at the same university? Or is it rather improbable to stay together in furture?
 
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This depends on whether you can find a school with a program that has the options that appeal to both of you, and whether you both qualify for acceptance into that program. If you are both strong students, it shouldn't be a problem.

In the event you get accepted at different schools, it is possible (although understandably not desirable) to remain in a relationship over a distance. Many schools in Ontario for example, are reasonably close together (i.e. within a few hours of each other by bus/train).
 
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