Overview

Available in any research area, Doctoral Level study provides a career-defining qualification in research and development for academia or industry.

Your future career

A PhD in Physics at Royal Holloway University of London develops lifelong transferable skills that underpin any career, whether scientific, technological, managerial or unique.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Much of our research is carried out in collaboration with other leading universities and laboratories in Europe and worldwide, including CERN, the European Spallation Source, the National Physical Laboratory and high tech industry partners.

Strong funding support is provided by the leading national and international science funding agencies, including the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC), the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC), Innovate UK, the European Commission and the Royal Society.

We also have joint PhD studentships with our research collaborations.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-20 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

More details

Students need to secure a supervisor in order to apply for their research project, then apply on the university’s application portal.

Language

English

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IELTS

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Physics View 95 other PhDs in Physics in United Kingdom

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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

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

An Integrated Masters degree (MSci) qualification at 2:1 or equivalent in Physics, or a Masters of Science degree at Distinction level in Physics, is required for consideration.

Before applying we recommend securing a supervisor in order to apply for your research project.

We advise getting in touch with the Director of Postgraduate Education making an informal enquiry for your chosen research degree to inquire whether there is any other additional material they require you to submit in your application.

Candidates are not required to provide a detailed research proposal, instead a short statement explaining your reasons for choosing the research area and relevant experience, a CV and relevant transcripts should be provided within the applicationinstead.

Within the application please select one of the following research disciplines from the pathway list within the application form: Quantum Materials and Technology or Particle Physics and Astronomy

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

30900 GBP / year

≈ 30900 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

5238 GBP / year

≈ 5238 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.