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PostgraduateDoctor of Philosophy

Materials Science

Lancaster University
Lancaster, England
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1 yearDuration
£24,250Per Year (Intl)
£5,006Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in computing and information technology with the PhD Materials Science at Lancaster University. Based in Lancaster, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. Our Materials Science PhD offers you an exciting opportunity to undertake and manage your own research project, gain valuable laboratory experience and forge important relationships in the professional sphere. Areas of research fall within (but are not limited to) the diverse portfolio of our academic staff – chemistry, engineering, physics, health and medicine. Our 36-48 month programme provides you with the knowledge and technical skills to produce sustained and original work - work that will underpin progression in your chosen career. A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission.

What You'll Learn

Advanced Materials Characterisation Techniques
Research Methods and Scientific Writing
Literature Review and Critical Analysis
Laboratory Safety and Professional Practice
Data Analysis and Statistical Methods
Specialist Research Project
Advanced Seminars in Materials Science
Professional Development and Research Ethics
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:1

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666
PTE Academic58————

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£24,250

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£24,250

Home Student Fee

£5,006

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

Salary data is not yet available for this course.

💼 Employment Breakdown

83%Working
6%Work & Study
1%Seeking Work
92%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data

Graduate employment outcomes are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH10 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

3 Scholarships Available

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India Scholarship – Postgraduate

Lancaster University · Postgraduate

£10,000scholarship value
  • For India students
  • For postgraduate study
  • Open to your course
Guaranteed

Alumni Loyalty Scholarship

Lancaster University · Postgraduate

10% off feesscholarship value
  • Available to all international students
  • For postgraduate study
  • Open to your course
Need-based

Lancaster Sanctuary Fellowship

Lancaster University · Postgraduate

Full Feesscholarship value
  • Available to all international students
  • Open to your course
Lancaster University

About Lancaster University

Lancaster University offers Materials Science as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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#24UK Ranking
18,620+Students
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