Physics and Astronomy PhD
University of Glasgow
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Our strong collaborations with UK and international institutions contribute to an excellent environment for top quality research. We cover a wide range of topics, including solar and plasma physics, cosmology and radio astronomy. Much of our research in solar physics concentrates on the theory, diagnostics and observation of solar flares, complementing our work in more general plasma theory and atmospheric plasmas. We are developing the technologies that will enable new forms of imaging with ...Read more

Our strong collaborations with UK and international institutions contribute to an excellent environment for top quality research. We cover a wide range of topics, including solar and plasma physics, cosmology and radio astronomy. Much of our research in solar physics concentrates on the theory, diagnostics and observation of solar flares, complementing our work in more general plasma theory and atmospheric plasmas. We are developing the technologies that will enable new forms of imaging with applications ranging from seeing behind and through walls to quantum microscopy. We conduct research into new imaging techniques at optical and radio-frequency wavelengths and work closely with collaborators in industry, biology and medicine to apply these techniques in real-world applications. Our main research fields are computational imaging, spectral imaging and biomedical imaging, particularly in the retina. You will be part of a Graduate School which provides the highest level of support to its students. The overall aim of our Graduate School is to provide a world-leading environment for students which is intellectually stimulating, encourages them to contribute to culture, society and the economy and enables them to become leaders in a global environment. We are a member of the Scottish Universities Physical Alliance (SUPA), a research alliance in physics between six Scottish Universities (Glasgow, Edinburgh, Heriot-Watt, St. Andrews, Strathclyde, West of Scotland). The SUPA graduate school gives Glasgow students access to expertise from all the SUPA institutes through the various courses.Duration: 3-4 years full-time 6-8 years part-time

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42/279
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18th
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31st
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Lucy
27 Jan 25

The University of Glasgow is a great place to study. The location right in the heart of the west end and only 10 minutes from the city centre by subway make it easy to balance uni..Read more

L
Lucy
01 Mar 23

There are loads of student societies to join, definately something for everyone. they are a great way to make friends with similar interests, especially when you're in 1st..Read more

Entry requirements

2.1 Honours degree or equivalent.

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£5,006 per year

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£31,800 per year

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£31,800 per year

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University of Glasgow
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