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DPhil in Theoretical Physics at University of Oxford

University of Oxford, United Kingdom

Programme overview

A research degree hosted by the Theoretical Physics sub-department, with project topics ranging from astrophysics and plasma physics to condensed matter and particle theory.

Faculty: Department of Physics  |  Department: Department of Physics (Theoretical Physics sub-department)  |  Duration: 3-4 years full time  |  Intake: 3 October 2027  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Oxford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Students are assigned to a research group and begin research on day one, alongside a taught graduate course in the first year and a transferable and research skills training programme.

Career pathways

Suited to research careers in academia or industry; most alumni take postdoctoral posts, while others enter investment banking, business analysis and consulting.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A first-class or strong upper second-class UK undergraduate degree with honours in physics, mathematics or another relevant science, with the equivalent of a four-year MPhys or MSci typically required; most successful applicants have a first-class degree. In exceptional cases a master's degree or substantial directly related experience may demonstrate the requirement. US applicants: minimum GPA 3.5/4.0. Deadline 12:00 UK time 6 January 2027; scholarship final deadline 2 March 2027. English language (standard level, if first language is not English): IELTS Academic 7.0 overall with at least 6.5 in each component.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,940 a year (2027/28). Full-time annual course fee Source

International applicants: GBP 36,260 a year (2027/28). Full-time annual course fee Source

Intake: 3 October 2027

Duration: 3-4 years full-time

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