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Overview
This Physics Research programme offered by King's College London enables students to undertake original investigation into some of the most significant questions in contemporary physics. Candidates work on projects spanning particle physics, cosmology, condensed matter, nanotechnology, biological physics, photonics, and advanced materials, contributing new insights into the behaviour of matter, energy, and complex physical systems.
Key Facts
Based within the Department of Physics, researchers join an internationally recognised scientific community with expertise in both fundamental and applied research. Strong collaborations with organisations such as CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research, The Francis Crick Institute, and Rutherford Appleton Laboratory provide access to leading research environments and support projects that connect physics with medicine, technology, computing, and engineering.
Programme Structure
Research Areas:
- Theoretical Particle Physics
- Cosmology
- Photonics
- Nanotechnology
- Theory and Simulation of Condensed Matter
- Condensed Matter Physics
- Biological Physics
- Soft Matter Physics
- Experimental Particle Physics
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- Part-time
- 48 months
- Flexible
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Language
English
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IELTS 6.5
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Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- London, United Kingdom
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
GPA Upper Second Class
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Minimum undergraduate degree with 2:1 honours in physics or a related subject.
Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents34700 GBP / year≈ 34700 GBP / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents8000 GBP / year≈ 8000 GBP / year
Living costs
London
United Kingdom
1137 - 2157 GBP / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Physics Research.
Available Scholarships
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Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
17 Apr 2027
Hans Rausing Scholarships
Merit-based
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Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
06 Oct 2027
Fulbright Postgraduate Scholarship
Merit-based
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Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
01 Oct 2027
King's College London Marshall Scholarship
Merit-based
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Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
01 Jan 2027
King’s-China Scholarship Council PhD Scholarship programme (K-CSC)
Merit-based
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Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Higher Education Scholarships for Palestinians (HESPAL)
Merit-based
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Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Turkish Embassy - Postgraduate Funding
Merit-based
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Provided by university
Grant
500 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
ANID/CONICYT Becas Chile
Merit-based
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Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
The Egyptian Bureau for Cultural & Educational Affairs Scholarship
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Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
02 Mar 2027
Joint PhD Scholarships
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
The Aga Khan Foundation’s International Scholarship Programme
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
19000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Scholarships for PhD Students
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
28 Feb 2027
Boustany Astronomy PhD Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
6000 USD
Deadline
31 Jan 2027
Amberscholar Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
Voice Talent Online Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jan 2027
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
01 Jun 2027
The PhD Prep Fellowship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
22500 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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