Physics MPhil, PhD at Newcastle University

Programme overview

We offer postgraduate research degrees in Physics at the MPhil and PhD levels in all our major research areas. We have five main research themes for MPhil or PhD students. Electronic, optical, structural and magnetic properties of novel solid-state materials.

Faculty: Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering | Department: School of Mathematics Statistics and Physics | Duration: MPhil full time: 1 year; MPhil part time: 2 years; PhD full time: 3 years; PhD part time: 6 years | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Intake: September 2027; January 2028; April 2028 | Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

We have five main research themes for MPhil or PhD students.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent, in: physics mathematics electrical or electronic engineering a related subject such as mechanical engineering or computer science We will also consider your application on an individual basis if you have non-standard qualifications and significant, relevant industry experience. English language: IELTS 6.5 overall (with a minimum of 6.0 in all sub-skills).

International applicants: GBP 29,100 a year (2027/28). MPhil full time tuition fee per year Source

Intake: September 2027; January 2028; April 2028

Duration: MPhil full time: 1 year; MPhil part time: 2 years; PhD full time: 3 years; PhD part time: 6 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/postgraduate/degrees/8821f/#how-to-apply

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