Doctor of Philosophy in Sensor Technologies and Applications at University of Cambridge

Programme overview

This course is aimed at students with backgrounds in natural sciences, technology, mathematics or medicine and a proven interest in sensing. It is structured in two phases: a one-year MRes course followed by a three-year PhD research programme. The MRes phase consists of a combination of taught and research modules aimed at teaching students the technical and transferable skills required to carry out original research in the area of sensing and to become future leaders in sensor technologies.

What you will study

Other opportunities during the PhD phase include entrepreneurship, outreach, and industry placements. The typical length of the PhD thesis will be 60,000–65,000 words.

Career pathways

Other opportunities during the PhD phase include entrepreneurship, outreach, and industry placements.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants for this course should have achieved a Good II.i Honours Degree. We are looking for students with a demonstrable interest in sensor technologies or applications. Typically applicants will have a university degree in a natural science, eg: physics; chemistry; biology; biochemistry; earth sciences; environmental sciences; materials science; neuroscience; or technology, eg: engineering; computer science; or mathematics or medicine. Applicants are expected to demonstrate abilities at an adequate level in mathematics, especially in the domain of linear algebra, statistics and probability. 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). First Year: University Composition Fee (tuition) for 2027 entry; maintenance/living costs excluded. Source

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

Intake: October 2027

Duration: 1+3 years full-time

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

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