Overview

This research takes the form of a doctoral thesis. In addition, researchers should be able to demonstrate deep knowledge of the subject of their research, capacity to synthesise and interpret information and knowledge of the main debates and most recent scientific contributions, especially within their research area.

Professional opportunities

This PhD programme in Physics at the Autonomous University of Barcelona provides the following principal career options:

Research work at university or in research institutes: both fundamental and applied.
Research and Development departments in companies in any area of physics.
Entrepreneurship in high-technology sectors.
Research in public or private centres.
Teaching physics at secondary or university level.

Programme Structure

Lines of research include:

Electromagnetism
High-Energy Physics
Materials Physics
Optics
Quantum Information and Phenomena
Radiation Physics
Space Sciences
Theoretical Physics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

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More details

Pre-registration deadlines: 29 February, 20 March, 30 May, 30 July, 15 October, 15 November

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Barcelona, Spain

Disciplines

Physics View 5 other PhDs in Physics in Spain

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Certification or academic record of the Degree or the Spanish or foreign degree
Certification or academic record of the Master's Degree / Doctoral Program
Certification or academic record of the DEA or the Research Proficiency
Motivation letter
Research project or plan
DNI / Passport
Curriculum vitae
Reference letters
Document of acceptance of the academic tutor
Document of acceptance of the thesis supervisor
If the thesis supervisor is external to the UAB, CV of the thesis supervisor with investigative merits: doctor's degree, publications, research projects, congresses
Language level accreditation
Accreditation of courses on quantitative and / or qualitative methodological techniques

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

763 EUR / year

≈ 763 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

763 EUR / year

≈ 763 EUR / year

Additional Details

If your access qualification for the PhD is from within Spain the price is €545.

Living costs

Barcelona

Spain

770 - 1360 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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