Physics PhD/MRes

Program Overview

This research-oriented program focuses on original research under academic supervision. Students participate in conferences, publish findings, and acquire transferable skills through tailored modules. The program's world-renowned research environment and high graduate employment rate make it an excellent choice for pursuing an academic or industry-based career in physics or astronomy.

Program Outline

Outline:

• Research Overview:
• Conduct original research in an area of choice under the supervision of academic staff.
• Participate in national and international conferences to present work.
• Submit results for publication in scientific journals.
• Participate in seminars and be part of the vibrant research community.
• Course Content:
• Research training modules designed to provide transferable skills in writing and oral presentation.
• Modules tailored to individual needs.
• Example Modules:
• Health Physics
• Research Techniques in Astronomy
• Semiconductor Physics
• Light and Matter
• Imaging and Image Processing
• Quantum Dynamics
• Modern Cosmology

Assessment:

• Written thesis of up to 100,000 words with expert support and advice from academic supervisor(s).
• Verbal examination (viva voce) where the project is explained in depth to an examination panel.

Careers:

• Many research students continue with an academic career, starting with a postdoctoral research role.
• Others move into research within a company.
• Outside of research, physics graduates can work in finance, energy, technology, or science journalism.
• 100% of postgraduates from the School of Physics and Astronomy secured graduate-level employment or further study within 15 months of graduation.
• The average annual salary for these graduates was £28,997.

Other:

• 98% of research is classed as 'world-leading' (4 ) or 'internationally excellent' (3 ) by the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021.
• Conduct internationally leading research in a wide range of experimental and theoretical areas of physics and astronomy.
• Join one of the UK's leading physics and astronomy schools.

PhD/MRes Home / UK: £4,786 International: £28,600