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PostgraduateDoctor of Philosophy

Physics

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

Course Overview

Offered by Lancaster University, the PhD Physics provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in physical sciences. Based in Lancaster, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time and part-time structure. We welcome applications from those seeking to perform research for a PhD in Physics. Research opportunities are available within each of our research areas, which cover both theoretical and experimental aspects, and are grouped into the four broad research divisions of Astrophysics, Accelerator and Particle Physics, Experimental Condensed Matter, and Theory. There is vigorous cross-divisional activity, which includes studies of new materials such as graphene and molecular nanowires, cosmological experiments in liquid helium, nonlinear dynamics of biological rhythm and IR spectroscopy, and n... A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 70% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Advanced Quantum Mechanics
Condensed Matter Physics
Particle Physics and the Standard Model
Astrophysics and Cosmology
Research Methods and Professional Development
Computational Physics and Numerical Modelling
Experimental Techniques in Modern Physics
PhD Research Project and Thesis
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 (3 years)£72,750

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

56%Working
14%Studying
14%Work & Study
3%Seeking Work
90%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data

Graduate employment outcomes are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH07-01-01 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.

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Lancaster University · Postgraduate

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About Lancaster University

Lancaster University offers Physics as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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