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PhD Institute of Photonics and Quantum Sciences at Heriot-Watt University

Heriot-Watt University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Full-time PhD research at the Institute of Photonics and Quantum Sciences in Edinburgh, spanning photonic physics, engineering photonics and quantum sciences, with institutional projects and EPSRC CDT in Applied Photonics studentships.

Faculty: School of Engineering and Physical Sciences  |  Department: Institute of Photonics and Quantum Sciences  |  Intake: Varied  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Research programmes include Ultrafast Laser Science and Technology, Condensed Matter, Quantum Technology, Applied Optics and Laser Systems, Micro- and Nanophotonic Devices, Metamaterials, Astrophotonics and Applied Photonics. Students with limited photonics research background can take the MSc in Photonics and Optoelectronic Devices run with the University of St Andrews.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants are asked to contact the institute to discuss entry.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,238 a year. Scotland fee, full time Source

International applicants: GBP 27,080 a year. International fee, full time Source

Intake: Varied

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