Doctor of Philosophy in Aerosol Science at University of Cambridge

Programme overview

This four-year doctoral training programme in Aerosol Science is part of the multi-institutional EPSRC Aerosol Science Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT) and aims to provide scientists and engineers with a broad overview of the aerosol science sector in addition to in-depth training in detailed measurements, analysis and application approaches. The initial full-time training phase of the doctoral training programme is aimed at building skills through taking taught courses at the University of Bristol, followed by a thematic broadening research placement that allows for complementary skills building.

What you will study

Final research projects are agreed upon at the start of the PhD and will be advertised for students to select. The typical length of the PhD thesis will be 60,000–65,000 words A compulsory viva voce examination will follow thesis submission.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants for this course should have achieved a Masters (Pass). Applicants must hold/achieve a minimum Master's degree with a pass or international equivalent in an area of physical science, engineering or biological science. Applicants with an upper second-class Bachelor's degree may be considered if they can demonstrate good potential for research. English language: IELTS (Academic) 7.0 overall (Listening 7.0, Writing 7.0, Reading 6.5, Speaking 7.0). International applicants needing a visa require ATAS clearance after an offer.

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,208 a year (2027/28). University Composition Fee (tuition) for 2027 entry; maintenance/living costs excluded. Source

International applicants: GBP 42,546 a year (2027/28). University Composition Fee (tuition) for 2027 entry; maintenance/living costs excluded. Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3-4 years full-time; 4-7 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.postgraduate.study.cam.ac.uk/courses/directory/egegpdars/apply

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