PhD Nanotechnology at Swansea University

Programme overview

Research degree in Nanotechnology at Swansea University with an applications-driven emphasis on transferring technology from the laboratory to the workplace or health centre. Interaction with industry is central, and Swansea is a leader in power electronics, telecommunications, nanotechnology, biometrics and nanoelectronic device modelling.

Department: Electrical engineering (Centre for Nanohealth) | Duration: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time | Intake: 1 October, 1 January, 1 April or 1 July | Location: Swansea, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Supervised research project; recent theses include single-cell studies using semiconductor technology, cellular uptake and trafficking of nanoparticles, nano particle drug delivery systems, energy-efficient LTE networks and nanoplasmonic biosensing. Research draws on the Centre for Nanohealth, a 1,600 m2 open-access facility.

Official programme page

Application information

Entry requirements

PhD and MPhil: a 2:1 undergraduate degree (or non-UK equivalent) in Engineering or a similar relevant science discipline. English language: IELTS 6.5 overall with at least 5.5 in each component, or recognised equivalent. Admissions decisions may also take account of the standard of the research proposal or synopsis, performance at interview, competition for places and relevant professional experience. Non-UK/EU applicants must obtain ATAS clearance for this programme. One academic reference is required before the application goes to the faculty research admissions tutor.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,006 a year (2025/26). UK student full-time annual rate (2025/26 entry point); part-time is half. Charged over the minimum candidature period. Bench fees may apply. Source

International applicants: GBP 25,000 a year (2026/27). PhD full-time tuition, year 1; start Oct 2026 to Jul 2027 Source

Intake: 1 October, 1 January, 1 April or 1 July

Duration: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time

Explore more study programmes

Engineering