Physics MRes
University of Nottingham
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Research overview Join one of UKs leading physics and astronomy schools. 98% of our research is classed as ‘world-leading’ (4) or ‘internationally excellent’ (3) by the the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021. We conduct internationally leading research in a wide range of experimental and theoretical areas of physics and astronomy. Explore our research groups below to see what opportunities we can offer. Research groups: • Astronomy • Cold Atoms and Quantum Optics • Condensed Matter Theory ...Read more

Research overview Join one of UK's leading physics and astronomy schools. 98% of our research is classed as ‘world-leading’ (4) or ‘internationally excellent’ (3) by the the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021. We conduct internationally leading research in a wide range of experimental and theoretical areas of physics and astronomy. Explore our research groups below to see what opportunities we can offer. Research groups:
• Astronomy
• Cold Atoms and Quantum Optics
• Condensed Matter Theory
• Experimental Condensed Matter and Nanoscience
• Magnetic Resonance Imaging
• Particle Cosmology Your PhD will be about conducting original research in an area of your choice under the supervision of academic staff members. You will be encouraged to participate in national and international conferences to present your work, and you will be supported in submitting your results for publication in scientific journals. You will participate in seminars and be part of the vibrant research community of our school.

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Fergus
23 Jan 23

I love how much greenery there is. It is still one of the best universities but it manages to not feel ridiculously elitist or way too city based. I don't like that on my course I..Read more

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23 Jan 23

Best - faculty, campus facilities and infrastructure, societies and communities Worst - has taken a long time to recover from covid and in some cases has continued hybrid..Read more

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2:2 physics or a masters in physics, mathematical physics or mathematics.

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£5,006 per year

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£30,750 per year

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Fergus
23 Jan 23
Physics with Theoretical Physics - MSci (Hons)
I love how much greenery there is. It is still one of the best universities but it manages to not feel ridiculously elitist or way too city based. I don't like that on my course I...
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SR
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23 Jan 23
Best - faculty, campus facilities and infrastructure, societies and communities Worst - has taken a long time to recover from covid and in some cases has continued hybrid...
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University of Nottingham
University of Nottingham , Nottingham

The University of Nottingham is a pioneering institution with a long and distinguished heritage in education....

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University Park Nottingham Nottinghamshire NG7 2RD United Kingdom
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