PhD Materials Science at Lancaster University

Programme overview

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.

Faculty: Faculty of Science and Technology | Department: Chemistry | Duration: Full time 3 - 4 years | Study mode: full-time | Location: Lancaster, England, United Kingdom

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Application information

Entry requirements

Academic requirements: 2:1 Hons degree (UK or equivalent) in Science (Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Physics or a related subject) or Engineering. We may also consider non-standard applicants, please contact us for information. Additional requirements: The first step if you are interested in studying for postgraduate research in Materials Science is to find a PhD Supervisor or funded opportunity. As part of your application you will also need to provide a viable research proposal. Guidance can be found on our writing a research proposal webpage. English language requirements: We require an IELTS (Academic) Test with an overall score of at least 6.5, and a minimum of 6.0 in each element of the test.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,238 a year (2026/27). Home fee for 2026/27 (UK Research Councils standard fee level, full-time); the following year's fee is not yet set Source

International applicants: GBP 29,300 a year (2027/28). Full-time rate (per year) Source

Duration: Full time 3 - 4 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.lancaster.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/applying-for-postgraduate-study/

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