Overview
Our experimental research includes studies to identify both the baryonic and non-baryonic constituents of the universe, the influence of nuclear reactions on stellar explosions, and the quark substructures of hadrons.
The main areas of our research include:
- photonuclear research
- exotic nuclei
- nuclear astrophysics
- silicon detector devices
- dark matter research
Career opportunities
Research degrees in Nuclear Physics group from The University of Edinburgh have taken many of our graduates into international appointments. Recent alumni have taken research positions at international universities and labs including UCLA, Boston University, TRIUMF, and the universities of Michigan and Munich.
The quality of the degree is very well recognised, and a significant asset to any academic or commercial employer.
Programme Structure
- Our students undertake experimental research, often in small collaborations. You will be encouraged to become involved in all aspects of the experiments, including design, construction, implementation, data analysis and presentation of results.
- We have an in-house development programme of advanced particle and photon detection systems and state-of-the-art simulation software and analysis techniques. Much of this has been made possible by our work with commercial company Micron Semiconductor.
- Another recent collaboration, with Imperial College and the Rutherford Appleton Laboratory, aims to establish the first direct evidence of non-baryonic dark matter.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
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Other requirements
General requirements
- A UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in physics or a related discipline.
Tuition Fee
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31500 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 31500 GBP per year during 36 months.
Living costs for Edinburgh
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