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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
University of Sussex
Part Time
Apr 2026
8 Year
Our research lies at the forefront of fundamental physics – ranging from quantum information processing, quantum optics and cold atom physics through a programme of top-rated particle physics experiments to the theoretical understanding of space, time and matter. You’ll be guided and supervised through your research project by experts in their fields. You’ll work in a department with a truly international character, with collaborations in Europe, North America, South East Asia and Australia. We provide PhD opportunities in each of our research groups and welcome applications from potential PhD students at any time. You can contact each group’s admissions coordinator, as well as prospective supervisors, if you have questions about a project or if you'd like to propose your own topic: Astronomy Centre Atomic, Molecular and Optical Physics (AMO) Experimental Particle Physics Materials Physics Mathematical Physics Sussex Centre for Quantum Technologies Theoretical Particle Physics
Books, course materials and other costs (average) - 2.25 to 5.54 (Cost per week)
