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PhD Materials and Physics Postgraduate Research

PhD Materials and Physics Postgraduate Research

Different course options

Full time | Peel Park | 3 years | SEP-26

Study mode

Full time

Duration

3 years

Start date

SEP-26

Key information
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Qualification type

PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

Subject areas

Physics Applied Physics

Course Summary

The University of Salford welcomes applications to study materials and physics via our MPhil and PhD research programmes. The prestigious Physics and Materials Research Group encompasses experimental, computational and theoretical areas of physics, chemistry, engineering and mathematics. Our research is primarily focused on applied optics, complexity and nonlinear photonics, hydrogen storage, photovoltaics, functionalisation of graphene, semiconductor materials and thin films. A research degree offers you the flexibility to conduct your own research project under direct supervision of an academic member of staff. You can study towards a Master's by Research (MSc by Research), Master of Philosophy (MPhil) or Doctor of Philosophy (PhD). Current physics and materials research topics include: Applied optics, laser applications and theory Chemical physics Complexity, applied nonlinear science and metamaterials Energy and hydrogen storage Extreme conditions Magnetism and nanomaterials Materials characterisation and modelling Structural analysis and functional materials

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£5,006

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£19,240

Entry requirements

Applications for the PhD must have a minimum of an upper second class undergraduate degree. A Masters degree is preferred but not essential. However, applicants without a Masters degree must provide evidence of previous research methods training. Applicants for the MPhil degree must have a minimum of an upper second class undergraduate degree, or relevant experience.

University information

The University of Salford is an innovative, modern university located in the metropolitan county of Greater Manchester. Students benefit from the expertise of top academics and an array of industry contacts on both the university’s taught and research courses. Students who study at the University of Salford join a postgraduate community of more than 3,000 students from over 150 countries worldwide, contributing directly to the university’s...more