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PhD Physics and Astronomy at University of Leicester

University of Leicester, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Leicester offers PhD supervision in Physics and Astronomy. Research areas include Earth observation science, planetary science, astrophysics, and space projects and instrumentation.

Faculty: College of Science and Engineering  |  Department: Physics and Astronomy  |  Duration: 3-3.5 years full-time (maximum registration); 6-6.5 years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Leicester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

PhD students complete an independent research project under a supervisory team, normally over a maximum of 3.0-3.5 years full-time or 6.0-6.5 years part-time, with a further period to prepare the thesis; the thesis (normally up to 50,000 words) must make an original contribution to knowledge and is defended in a viva voce examination.

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Entry requirements

A UK Bachelors degree with at least first class or upper second class honours, or an equivalent qualification from a recognised overseas institution; English language requirements apply.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,238 a year (2026/27). UK full-time campus-based research degree fee; part-time £2,619. UK fees rise each year in line with UKRI rates. International fees vary by project and are published as a range. Source

Duration: 3-3.5 years full-time (maximum registration); 6-6.5 years part-time

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