PhD/MPhil Materials And Physics Postgraduate Research

... United Kingdom
... University of Salford

Course Overview

Are you interested in talking your passion for physics further? 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 of Research (MRes), 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

You will:

  • Research a broad range of fields in physics and materials, including lasers, optics, energy storage and photovoltaics

  • Undertake research around an area from your own profession and develop solutions that can be implemented in the workplace

  • Earn a doctorate-level degree to take you further in your current career, or provide a gateway into a research career

General Eligibility

  • 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 a lower second class undergraduate degree, or relevant experience.

  • On your application form, you should include two referees who can comment on your suitability to study at postgraduate level, and you should also indicate a preferred research area or the title of a specific project, where appropriate. You must also indicate the type of financial support you have (or require).

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

  • The IELTS score for international applicants is 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in each component).

Programme Information
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Course Category

Science


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Campus Name

The Crescent, Salford


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Course Level

Postgraduate Research (PhD /DBA)


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Duration

Full-Time, 2 years, Part-time, 3/5 years


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Available Intake

September


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IELTS Score

5.5


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Tuition Fees Range

4596,

14395, (INT)


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