PhD/MPhil Materials and Physics Postgraduate Research at University of Salford

Programme overview

Research degrees (MSc by Research, MPhil, PhD) in the Physics and Materials Research Group at Peel Park campus, spanning experimental, computational and theoretical physics, engineering and mathematics. Blended delivery, full-time or part-time.

Faculty: School of Science, Engineering and Environment | Duration: Master's by Research/MPhil 1 year full-time / 2 years part-time; PhD 3 years full-time / 6 years part-time | Intake: January, April, July and October entry points; applications accepted throughout the year | Study mode: blended delivery, full-time, part-time | Location: Salford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Supervised research in topics including applied optics and laser applications, complexity and metamaterials, energy and hydrogen storage, fluids in extreme conditions, magnetism and nanomaterials, materials characterisation and modelling, optoelectronic materials and photonic quantum technologies. Research training is delivered through the COMPASS programme, with annual progression points.

Career pathways

Alumni work in academic research and in industry, including defence (BAE Systems, QinetiQ), petrochemicals, and semiconductor and coatings companies (NXP Semiconductors, Hardide).

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Application information

Entry requirements

PhD: minimum upper second class undergraduate degree (ideally an honours degree in physics or a related subject); a Master's is preferred but not essential, and applicants without one must evidence prior research methods training. MPhil: minimum upper second class undergraduate degree, or relevant experience. Two referees and a preferred research area or project title are required. Interview required. International applicants: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. Salford Alternative Entry Scheme available (GCSE Maths and English grade C/4 or equivalent).

Intake: January 2027; May 2027; September 2027

Duration: One year; Three years; Six years

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