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University of Strathclyde
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MRes - Master of Research

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MRes - Master of Research

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You can study an MPhil or an MRes over one year or a PhD over the course of three to four years. You also have the option of an EngD over four or five years, depending on your research area.MPhil, MRes & PhDYou can undertake your degree in any of our research groups: Nanoscience Optics Plasmas Institute of PhotonicsEngDOur EngD degree is specific to: Photonics Applied Photonics Optics & Photonics TechnologiesOur PgCert RPD programme aims to ensure you get the most out of your current research ...Read more

You can study an MPhil or an MRes over one year or a PhD over the course of three to four years. You also have the option of an EngD over four or five years, depending on your research area.

MPhil, MRes & PhD

You can undertake your degree in any of our research groups:

  • Nanoscience
  • Optics
  • Plasmas
  • Institute of Photonics

EngD

Our EngD degree is specific to:

  • Photonics
  • Applied Photonics
  • Optics & Photonics Technologies

Our PgCert RPD programme aims to ensure you get the most out of your current research activities at Strathclyde and help you prepare for your future career as a researcher.

We'll help you recognise and develop your transferrable skills that'll have a positive impact on your research, now and in the future.

Careers

The University Careers Service can help you with everything from writing your CV to interview preparation.

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WUSCA ranking:
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13/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
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28th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
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32nd
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Entry requirements

You require to have one of the following: Masters or an Integrated; Masters Degree in physics; first-class or upper second-class UK Honours degree, or overseas equivalent, from a recognised educational establishment in physics.

Tuition fees

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£4,786 per year

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Students from Domestic

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£4,786 per year

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Students from Other UK

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£25,250 per year

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Students from EU

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£25,250 per year

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University of Strathclyde
University of Strathclyde , Glasgow

The University of Strathclyde is a leading international technological university which offers a diverse range of postgraduate...

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