Overview

You'll advance your understanding of this exciting area of physics, which enables developments in fields as diverse as biomedical imaging and high power fibre lasers.

Built on our MSc in Optics and Photonics course, this usually forms the first year of the four-year MRes+PhD research training programme in the Photonics group.

Key facts:

You'll develop research interests and skills in photonics and receive training in appropriate research methods.

Photonics MRes programme offered at Imperial will enhance your written and communication skills for a diverse range of audiences. A substantial taught laboratory element also helps reinforce the practical expertise required to pursue further research.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Imaging

Lasers

Optical Measurement and Devices

Photonics Laboratory

Optical Communications Physics

Optical Design

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Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-29 00:00:00

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Deadlines:

Round 2: 7 January
Round 3: 11 March

Round 4: 29 April

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Language

English

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115

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92

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62

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

First Class

English requirements

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115

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92

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62

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

The minimum requirement is a first-class degree in physics, electrical or electronic engineering or a relevant science discipline.
A wide variety of international qualifications are accepted.
The academic requirement above is for applicants who hold or who are working towards a UK qualification.

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Tuition Fees

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38900 GBP / year

≈ 38900 GBP / year
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Citizens or residents

16900 GBP / year

≈ 16900 GBP / year

Living costs

London

United Kingdom

1137 - 2157 GBP / month

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