PhD Physics
University of York
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At York, our renowned research areas play a leading role on both the national and international stages, collaborating with industries and major higher education institutions. If your passion lies in research, our Masters by research degree provides the opportunity for academic independence, allowing you to focus on your research project, alongside a small number of taught modules.Your researchThe focus of your work will be an independent research project. Youll be supported with a small number ...Read more

At York, our renowned research areas play a leading role on both the national and international stages, collaborating with industries and major higher education institutions. If your passion lies in research, our Masters by research degree provides the opportunity for academic independence, allowing you to focus on your research project, alongside a small number of taught modules.

Your research

The focus of your work will be an independent research project. You'll be supported with a small number of taught modules to develop your knowledge and practical skills.

You'll have 12 months to carry out your research project, and a further three months (if needed) to write your thesis.

You'll be part of one of our leading research groups, which bring together expertise in fields such as condensed matter and materials physics, nuclear physics, plasma and fusion science and technologies, physics of life, and quantum science and technologies.

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WUSCA ranking:
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49/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
19th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
17th
What students say
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Tom
20 Feb 24

Great campus life, the city is small but that makes clubbing less "serious" as everyone is a student and familiar. Things in the university are expensive as it's in an expensive..Read more

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Sophie
20 Feb 24

Social aspect is quite good with many societies. Academic course could have easier support..Read more

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Entry requirements

You should have, or expect to obtain, an MPhys degree at 2:1 or above, or an MSc in Physics. We will also consider applicants with a Masters in a closely related field, applicants who have relevant industry experience, and applicants with a BSc at 2:1 or above where sufficient relevant experience can be demonstrated.

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£4,863 per year

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£29,900 per year

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£29,900 per year

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Latest Physics (General) reviews

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Tom
20 Feb 24
Physics BSc (Hons)
Great campus life, the city is small but that makes clubbing less "serious" as everyone is a student and familiar. Things in the university are expensive as it's in an expensive...
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Sophie
20 Feb 24
Physics (with a year in Industry) MPhys
Social aspect is quite good with many societies. Academic course could have easier support...
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University of York
Heslington York YO10 5DD United Kingdom
Nearest train station: York  1.1 miles away

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