PhD in School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences
University of Sheffield
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Qualification

PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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Location

Sheffield Main

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Full Time

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Start date

JAN-26

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Duration

4 Years

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Qualification

PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

Location

Sheffield Main

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Full Time

Start date

JAN-26

Duration

4 Years

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Students come from all over the world to study for their PhD in one of our world-class research groups. Find out about current PhD opportunities, how to get in touch if you have your own idea for a project, and what funding opportunities are available to you.

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WUSCA ranking:
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4/279
CUG Subject Ranking
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17th
CUG Ranking
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18th

Entry requirements

Information about academic entry requirements is available from the department in which your research is based. Entry requirements vary depending on what you study – some subjects require a masters degree, others ask for a good undergraduate degree (a 2:1 or a First). Links to departmental webpages are provided on the Find A PhD page.

Tuition fees

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£5,006 per year

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£25,080 per year

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University of Sheffield
Western Bank Sheffield South Yorkshire S10 2TN United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Sheffield  0.7 miles away
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