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    Doctorate
    Physics

    PhD Physics

    Durham University

    Durham, United Kingdom • Est. 1832

    Course overview

    Doctoral research in the Department of Physics, covering condensed matter, particle physics, astrophysics, and quantum optics. Durham is home to the Institute for Computational Cosmology.

    Entry requirements

    Master's degree or first-class undergraduate degree in Physics or a related subject. Applicants must submit a research proposal and secure a supervisor. Funding via STFC or university studentships.

    Tuition$27,000/yr
    Duration3-4 years
    LanguageIELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0)
    StartOctober 2026
    Part-time workNo
    Est. living cost$15,000/yr
    ScholarshipNo

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