Physics at Lancaster University

The Department offers opportunities for PhD research in all its research groups, whose interests include:

For details, see the Physics Research pages.

Specific current vacancies may be found here but feel free to enquire at any time.

These are 3-year degrees involving project work examined on the basis of a thesis. During the first year there are specialised lectures on topics relevant to the project.

Studentships

PhD studentships covering fees and a tax-free stipend are also available through the Department in all areas, funded by EPSRC, STFC, EC, Wellcome Trust and other bodies. Some of them are restricted to EU nationals.

Information on other studentships and bursaries can be found on the Lancaster University Graduate Admissions page.

All studentships are allocated competitively.

Entry requirements

The minimum entry requirement for PhD registration is an upper-second honours degree (or equivalent) in physics or other relevant subject.

Initial registration is for an MPhil which, subject to satisfactory progress, is upgraded to PhD registration at the end of the first year.

Applicants whose first language is not English must have one of the following English Language qualifications, or equivalent:

• IELTS (British Council): minimum 6.5
• TOEFL: minimum 580 (paper-based), 237 (computer-based), 93 (internet-based)
• Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English: minimum grade C
• A recent GCSE: minimum grade C

Further information on English requirements can be found here.

Other Postgraduate Degrees

The Department also offers a 2-year MPhil degree (minimum entry requirement a second class degree) which, like the PhD, involves project work examined on the basis of a thesis.

In exceptional circumstances, the Department may agree to offer a 1-year taught MSc tailored to the circumstances of an applicant, awarded on the basis of examination and assessment of a project report.

Studentships are not normally available for MPhil or MSc students.