Physics PhD

Program Overview

Supervised by international experts, students pursue original research that contributes to the understanding of space, time, and matter. The program prepares for careers in research, academia, and industry, with graduates entering roles such as AI Research Scientists and Physics PhDs.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Physics PhD program at the University of Sussex is a research-focused program that allows students to delve into the forefront of fundamental physics. The program covers a wide range of areas, including:

• Quantum optics
• Cold atom physics
• Particle physics experiments
• Theoretical understanding of space, time, and matter
Students are guided and supervised by experts in their fields, working in a department with a truly international character and collaborations across the globe. The program emphasizes original research contributions to knowledge and understanding in the chosen field.

Careers:

The program prepares students for a variety of career paths in research, academia, and industry. Examples of potential career outcomes include:

• AI Research Scientist (as exemplified by Dr. Daniel Cutting)
• Physics PhD (as exemplified by Markus Vogt and Luana Olivieri)

Other:

• The program is offered both full-time and part-time, allowing students to tailor their studies to their individual needs and circumstances.
• Students can choose to pursue a PhD or an MPhil degree, with the PhD requiring a more substantial original research contribution.
• The program is highly regarded, with the University of Sussex ranking 7th in the UK for its research environment in Physics in REF 2021 (Times Higher Education).
• The program benefits from a strong international network of collaborations, fostering a truly global learning experience.
• The program emphasizes the importance of working with experts in the field, providing students with valuable mentorship and guidance.
• The program highlights the diverse and challenging nature of research in physics, encompassing areas such as lasers, optics, ultra-high vacuum systems, programming, and project management.

Home students: £4,786 per year for full-time students Channel Islands and Isle of Man students: £4,786 per year for full-time students International students: £25,000 per year for full-time students