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PostgraduateDoctor of Philosophy

Physics

Queen Mary University of London
Tower Hamlets, England
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3 yearsDuration
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Course Overview

Offered by Queen Mary University of London, the PhD Physics provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in physical sciences. Based in Tower Hamlets, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 3-year full-time and part-time structure. We offer postgraduate PhD research opportunities in a wide range of areas of physics and astronomy and have a large and thriving community of postgraduate research students, numbering around 80 at any one time. Research students are assigned a supervisor who has closely related interests, and with whom they agree on a programme of study and research. The School provides opportunities for acquiring relevant skills through a range of short courses and training seminars. A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 97% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £30,500 within three years, and a 80% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Advanced Research Methods in Physics
Specialist Seminars in Particle Physics
Condensed Matter Physics: Current Topics
String Theory and Mathematical Physics
Observational Astronomy and Data Analysis
Professional Development for Research Scientists
PhD Research Project and Dissertation
Teaching and Demonstrating in Physics
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:2

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.55.55.565.5
PTE Academic71

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

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💼 Employment Breakdown

50%Working
5%Studying
20%Work & Study
20%Seeking Work
75%Professional Jobs
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About Queen Mary University of London

Queen Mary University of London offers Physics as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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