Physics - Scientific Computation Concentration, Ph.D. | The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology | Hong Kong, Hong Kong (SAR)
36 months
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42100 HKD/year
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The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology's Physics - Scientific Computation Concentration doctoral program is designed to train students to conduct novel and independent research. 

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Overview

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology 's Physics - Scientific Computation Concentration doctoral program provides a platform for research-oriented students to pursue their long-term careers in experimental and theoretical physics. The program will prepare students to attain a broad horizon of careers in academic institutions, high-tech industry and R&D centers.

Research Foci

Research in the Department covers a broad range of topics, from the smallest to the largest scale. Faculty members work both independently and collaboratively and they are also linked to HKUST’s front-running William Mong Institute of Nano Science and Technology and the HKUST Institute for Advanced Study.

  • Cold atoms, Optics and Quantum Information: Matter-matter and light-matter interactions at atomic and molecular levels, precise control of quantum systems at the level of single photons, atoms, and molecules. Studies of physics in this scale lead to the next revolution of quantum technologies.

  • Condensed matter experiments and advanced materials: To study the properties of matters and the emerging quantum materials, such as graphene, transition metal dichalcogenides, topological matters, nanostructures, superconductors, and organic artificial structures with advanced experimental techniques.

  • Condensed matter theory, statistical and computational physics: Understanding collections of particles using quantum mechanics, statistical mechanics and electromagnetism lead to the prediction and manipulation of many novel materials including topological insulators, Dirac semimetals, Weyl semimetals, unconventional superconductors and two-dimensional materials.

  • Particle physics and cosmology: Studies of elementary particles help explaining the observed cosmological structures and vice versa. To answer the most fundamental scientific questions, such as: What everything around us is made of and interact? What is the origin of our Universe and how does it evolve? These questions are deeply interconnected.

  • Soft Matter and Biological physics: Colloids, polymers, complex fluids, granular materials and biological systems from the scale of biological molecules to whole organism. These mechanically soft systems have significant thermal effects. Understanding their behaviors in the mesoscopic scale is both challenging and technologically important.

  • Metamaterials, Photonic and Phononic Crystals: Metamaterials and artificial crystals derive their properties from structures rather than the constitute materials, allowing us to explore optical and acoustic wave phenomena in ways not possible before, such as invisibility cloaking, negative refractive indices, non-Hermitian physics and nontrivial topological phases.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of the PhD program, graduates will be able to:

  • Explain the principles of the core areas of physics (including classical mechanics, quantum mechanics, electricity and magnetism, and statistical mechanics) and solve related problems at the postgraduate level;
  • Demonstrate a mastery of the concepts and literature of a specific sub-discipline of physics;
  • Conduct a successful program of independent research; and
  • Communicate scientific results effectively, both orally and in writing.
  • Programme Structure

    Various courses are offered to help students gain a wider exposure to multidisciplinary areas and broaden their knowledge base. Please visit the program website for further details.

    Key information

    Duration

    • Full-time
      • 36 months
    • Part-time
      • 72 months

    Start dates & application deadlines

    Credits

    22 alternative credits

    Delivered

    On Campus

    Academic requirements

    • Applicants seeking admission to a doctoral degree program should have obtained a bachelor’s degree with a proven record of outstanding performance from a recognized institution; or presented evidence of satisfactory work at the postgraduate level on a full-time basis for at least one year, or on a part-time basis for at least two years.

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    Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

    • Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
    • Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
    • Liability
    • Home contents and baggage
    • Accidents
    • Legal aid

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    Tuition Fee

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    • International

      42100 HKD/year
      Tuition Fee
      Based on the tuition of 42100 HKD per year during 36 months.
    • National

      42100 HKD/year
      Tuition Fee
      Based on the tuition of 42100 HKD per year during 36 months.

    Living costs for Hong Kong

    13720 - 23419 HKD /month
    Living costs

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

    Funding

    HKUST offers generous scholarships to full-time MPhil and PhD students, which should well cover the academic and living expenses. Please refer to the Scholarship section for details. 

    Besides, HKUST will provide guaranteed university accommodation in the first 2 years of full-time MPhil and PhD students. 

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    Scholarships Information

    Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Physics - Scientific Computation Concentration.

    Available Scholarships

    You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

    Provided by university
    Grant
    331200 HKD
    Deadline
    Not specified
    Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme
    Merit-based

    Read more about eligibility

    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    Hong Kong, Hong Kong (SAR)
    Provided by university
    Grant
    40000 HKD
    Deadline
    Anytime
    RedBird PhD Award Program
    Merit-based

    Read more about eligibility

    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    Hong Kong, Hong Kong (SAR)
    Provided by university
    Grant
    42100 HKD
    Deadline
    Anytime
    Tuition Waiver Scheme for Local Research Postgraduate Students
    Merit-based

    Read more about eligibility

    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    Hong Kong, Hong Kong (SAR)
    Provided by university
    Grant
    42100 HKD
    Deadline
    Anytime
    Tuition Waiver Scheme for Local MPhil and PhD Students
    Merit-based

    Read more about eligibility

    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    Hong Kong, Hong Kong (SAR)
    Provided by university
    Grant
    220680 HKD
    Deadline
    Anytime
    Postgraduate Studentship (PGS)
    Merit-based

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    Hong Kong, Hong Kong (SAR)
    Provided by university
    Grant
    220680 HKD
    Deadline
    Anytime
    Postgraduate Studentship (PGS)
    Merit-based

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    Hong Kong, Hong Kong (SAR)
    Independent provider
    Grant
    3500 USD
    Deadline
    15 Nov 2024
    ACES Scholarships
    Merit-based Need-based

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    ACES Education Fund
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    1000 USD
    Deadline
    30 Nov 2024
    ServiceScape Scholarship
    Merit-based Need-based

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    ServiceScape
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    Various benefits
    Deadline
    14 Oct 2024
    Fulbright U.S. Student Program
    Merit-based Need-based

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    U.S. government
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    Various benefits
    Deadline
    31 Dec 2024
    Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria
    Need-based

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    Leopold Figl Foundation
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    Various benefits
    Deadline
    Not specified
    Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
    Merit-based

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    OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    5000 USD
    Deadline
    25 Aug 2024
    Women Scholarship for International Students
    Merit-based

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    educations.com
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    90000 AUD
    Deadline
    Not specified
    World Universities Ramsay Postgraduate Scholarship
    Merit-based Need-based

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    The Ramsay Centre
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    3000 USD
    Deadline
    31 Dec 2025
    Scholarship for students with disabilities
    Need-based

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    Anonymous Hope Fund
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    12000 USD
    Deadline
    30 Nov 2024
    Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
    Merit-based Need-based

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    The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    3000 USD
    Deadline
    Not specified
    AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid
    Merit-based Need-based

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    American Association of Petroleum Geologists Foundation
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    1500 USD
    Deadline
    15 May 2024
    iVisa Annual Scholarship
    Merit-based

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    iVisa
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    1000 USD
    Deadline
    31 Oct 2024
    $1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
    Merit-based

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    IvyPanda
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    1000 USD
    Deadline
    30 Jun 2024
    $1,500 Annual Essay Writing Contest Scholarship
    Merit-based Need-based

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    IvyPanda
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    1500 USD
    Deadline
    31 Jul 2024
    Spreadsheet Gladiator Scholarship
    Merit-based Need-based

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    Coefficient
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