Overview

Contribute to research spanning new information processing and quantum computing through to the discovery and development of advanced materials with the Physics course from the University of Portsmouth .

Why choose this course?

Research leadership with global visibility

Work in a research culture that includes internationally recognised academics such as Professor Claudia Maraston, featured in Research.com’s ranked list of physicists worldwide.

Specialist facilities for ambitious experiments

Access resources including a supercomputer facility, quantum optics and photoluminescence systems, Europe’s only LabLine plasma sputtering tool (and demo site), and labs for materials and microscopy testing.

Supportive, research-active environment

Join a collaborative postgraduate community and work closely with experienced supervisors in a research-active school.

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Programme Structure

Research areas include:

Condensed Matter Physics

Quantum optics and quantum foundations

Quantum information and sensing technologies

Institute of Cosmology and Gravitation

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-02-01 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-10-01 00:00:00

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The university accepts applications all year round, but it suggests applying 2–3 months before your chosen start date.

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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65

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General requirements

The entry requirements for a PhD, MPhil or Professional Doctorate include an upper second class honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject, or a master’s degree in an appropriate subject.

Equivalent professional experience and/or qualifications may be considered. All applicants are subject to interview.

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Tuition Fees

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19950 GBP / year

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5238 GBP / year

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UK

Part-time (incl. distance learning): £2,619/year

Int & EU

Full-time (incl. distance learning): £19,950/year;

Part-time (incl. distance learning): £9,975/year

Living costs

Portsmouth

United Kingdom

710 - 1099 GBP / month

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