About Physics Phd in Lancaster University
We welcome applications from those seeking to perform research for a PhD in Physics. Research opportunities are available within each of our research areas, which cover both theoretical and experimental aspects, and are grouped into the four broad research divisions of Astrophysics, Accelerator and Particle Physics, Experimental Condensed Matter, and Theory.
There is vigorous cross-divisional activity, which includes studies of new materials such as graphene and molecular nanowires, cosmological experiments in liquid helium, nonlinear dynamics of biological rhythm and IR spectroscopy, and nanoscale probe microscopy of biological objects.
Our degree schemes emphasise the development of transferable skills, such as critical thinking, communication skills, numeracy, literacy, team working, and computing and computational skills, which are in much demand amongst employers. Students will also have the opportunity to attend specialist training courses as well as the Faculty of Science and Technology Research Training Programme.
Entry Requirements
- Bachelor's degree at least 3 years in length with at least 60% overall, with at least 55% in each year (year 2 onwards)
English language requirements
- IELTS :an overall score of at least 7.0, with a minimum of 6.0 in each element
- TOEFL IBT: an overall score of at least 94, with a minimum of 19 in reading, 19 in listening, 19 in speaking and 22 in writing
- PTE: With a score of at least 65 and a minimum of 50 in each component of the test
Lancaster University Highlights
University Type |
Public |
Location |
Lancaster, English |
Establishment Year |
1964 |
Campus Setting |
Urban |
Mode of Program |
Full time/ Online |
On campus accommodation |
Available |
No. of campuses |
1 |
No. of international students |
3000+ |
No. of faculties |
4 |
Lancaster University Cost of Attendance
- The cost of attendance for international students at Lancaster University differs from that of EU students.
- The tuition fees for programs under different faculties are different.
- The estimated cost of attendance has been tabulated below:
Item |
Amount per annum (GBP) |
Undergraduate |
Arts and Social Science |
18,700 |
Management |
19,474 |
Science and Technology |
22,550 |
Accounting and Finance |
20,865 |
MBChB |
34,700 |
Graduate |
Tuition fee* |
18,800 – 33,000 |
Cost of Living |
Food |
2,250 |
Books and stationery |
750 |
Accommodation |
5,478-7,199.5 |
Leisure/TV license |
155-1000 |
Transportation |
350-600 |
Telephone |
500 |
Laundry |
250 |