MPhil Physics
University of Exeter
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MPhil - Master of Philosophy

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University of Exeter - Penryn Campus, Cornwall

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OverviewAll research students join one of the following research groups, and those associated with the two materials themes may be allocated a studentship as part of the Doctoral Training at the Centre for Metamaterial Research and Innovation.CareersWe have an excellent reputation with graduate recruiters and our students compete very successfully in the employment market. In addition to Employability Officers, Career Zone gives access to a wealth of business contacts, support and training as ...Read more

Overview

All research students join one of the following research groups, and those associated with the two materials themes may be allocated a studentship as part of the

  • Doctoral Training at the Centre for Metamaterial Research and Innovation
  • .

    Careers

    We have an excellent reputation with graduate recruiters and our students compete very successfully in the employment market. In addition to Employability Officers,

  • Career Zone
  • gives access to a wealth of business contacts, support and training as well as the opportunity to meet potential employers at our regular Careers Fairs.

    Postgraduate research students can access our

  • Postgraduate Researcher Development Programme
  • , which covers a range of topics to help you complete a successful research degree and acts as a springboard for your research career.

    Key stats

    WUSCA ranking:
    WUSCA student ranking
    These are the 2024 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
    58/101
    CUG Subject Ranking
    CUG Subject Ranking
    Source: Complete University Guide 2025
    15th
    CUG Ranking
    CUG Ranking
    Source: Complete University Guide 2025
    14th
    What students say
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    Daniel
    13 Dec 24

    Great facilities but can be complicated to access them. Staff are excellent and helpful is always available for anything...Read more

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    Caitlin
    07 Jan 24

    The campus is lovely, it's easy to feel comfortable there. The lecturers are mostly welcoming and willing to help. There are a lot of wealthier people at the university,..Read more

    Entry requirements

    The information below applies to self-funded PhD, MPhil and Masters by Research applicants, but if you are applying for a funded PhD studentship, please follow the specific instructions related to that application. Pinpoint your PhD research area; Investigate whether this area is available at Exeter; Ensure that you meet our English language entry requirements (international students only); Construct and refine your PhD research proposal; Approach your potential supervisor(s); Apply online. PhD studentships pages can be accessed in our Funding lists on Finance tabs under each research topic page, and are also available from the Postgraduate Research search results pages on this site, on the PhD projects tab.

    Tuition fees

    Students living in

    Domestic

    £4,900 per year

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    Students from Domestic

    This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)

    Tuition Fees per year 2024/25: £4,900 full-time.

    £28,500 per year

    This information is updated by IDP Connect, or in some cases the institution directly.
    Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

    Students from EU

    The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.

    Tuition Fees per year 2024/25: £28,500 full-time.

    £28,500 per year

    This information is updated by IDP Connect, or in some cases the institution directly.
    Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

    Students from International

    The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.

    Tuition Fees per year 2024/25: £28,500 full-time.

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    13 Dec 24
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    Great facilities but can be complicated to access them. Staff are excellent and helpful is always available for anything....
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    Caitlin
    07 Jan 24
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    The campus is lovely, it's easy to feel comfortable there. The lecturers are mostly welcoming and willing to help. There are a lot of wealthier people at the university,...
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    Uni info

    University of Exeter
    Northcote House Queen's Drive Exeter Devon EX4 4QJ United Kingdom
    Nearest train station: Exeter Central  0.4 miles away

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