PhD/MPhil Soft Matter and Liquid Crystals Physics at University of Manchester

Programme overview

Study the physics between solid and liquid. Soft matter and liquid crystals physics research investigates materials that sit between conventional solid and liquid states, underpinning technologies from displays to biological systems. As a postgraduate researcher in this Department of Physics and Astronomy research theme, you'll work within the Nonlinear and Liquid Crystal Physics Group and the Manchester Centre for Nonlinear Dynamics, contributing to research spanning fluid flows, soft matter and liquid crystal systems.

Faculty: Faculty of Science and Engineering | Department: Department of Physics & Astronomy | Duration: 3 to 4 years FT or PT equivalent | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The Department of Physics and Astronomy at Manchester is one of the largest and most active physics departments in the UK.We have a long tradition of excellence in both teaching and research, and have interests in most areas of contemporary research. TheDepartment has a strong presence in a number of Manchester-based centres for multidisciplinary research: The National Graphene Institute, the Photon Science Institute, the Manchester Centre for Non-Linear Dynamics, and the Dalton Nuclear Institute.

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Entry requirements

The standard academic entry requirement for this PhD is an upper second-class (2:1) honours degree in a discipline directly relevant to the PhD (or international equivalent) OR any upper-second class (2:1) honours degree and a Master’s degree at merit in a discipline directly relevant to the PhD (or international equivalent). Other combinations of qualifications and research or work experience may also be considered. English language: IELTS 6.5 overall with a minimum of 6 in writing and listening, and 5.5. in all other sub-tests. Interview: An interview is required for entry to this programme of study.

Domestic applicants: GBP 8,100 a year (2027/28). PhD (full-time); Band B fee band Source

International applicants: GBP 31,400 a year (2027/28). PhD (full-time); Band A fee band Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 to 4 years FT or PT equivalent

Apply through the official page: https://www.se.manchester.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-research/getting-started/applying/

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