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PostgraduateMSc

Compound Semiconductor Physics

Cardiff University
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1 yearDuration
£30,700Per Year (Intl)
£29,500Avg. Graduate Salary
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Offered by Cardiff University, the MSc Compound Semiconductor Physics provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in physical sciences. this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 1-year full-time structure. The MSc Compound Semiconductor Physics has been designed to deliver thorough training and practical experience in compound semiconductor theory, fabrication and applications, and integration with silicon technology. The MSc Compound Semiconductor Physics has been designed to deliver thorough training and practical experience in compound semiconductor theory, fabrication, applications, and integration with silicon technology. The programme is jointly delivered by the School of Physics and Astronomy and the Institute for Compound Semiconductors (ICS). The ICS is an exciting new developme... A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 88% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £28,000 within three years, a 95% continuation rate, and 70% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Semiconductor Crystal Growth and Epitaxy
Compound Semiconductor Device Physics
Fabrication Techniques and Processing
Optoelectronic Devices and Applications
Heterojunction Engineering and Band Gap Design
Silicon-Compound Semiconductor Integration
Advanced Characterisation Methods
Research Project in Compound Semiconductors
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate RequirementIn order to be considered for an offer for this programme you will need to meet all of the entry requirements. Your application will not be progressed if the information and evidence listed is not provided. With your online application you will need to provide: A copy of your degree certificate and transcripts which show you have achieved a 2:1 honours degree in a relevant subject area such as astronomy, astrophysics, computer science, engineering, mathematics, physics, or related physical scien

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.55.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic69

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£30,700

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£30,700

Home Student Fee

£12,200

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — Cardiff University

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£25,000£29,500£32,000
3 years£21,000£26,000£31,500
5 years£26,000£32,500£40,500
Official Data

Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH07-01-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

55%Working
15%Studying
15%Work & Study
60%Professional Jobs
Official Data

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About Cardiff University

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