Physics and Astronomy PhD / MSc (Res)
University of Birmingham · Birmingham, United Kingdom
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University of Birmingham · Birmingham, United Kingdom
Physics and Astronomy PhD / MSc (Res)
Doctoral · Sciences
About this programme
Our research portfolio is wide-ranging, and covers three principal themes: Particle and Nuclear Physics; Quantum Matter and Nanoscale Science; and Astronomy and Experimental Gravity.
- Level
- Doctoral
- Field
- Sciences
- Duration
- 42 months · PhD: typically 3.5 years full-time; 6 years part-time.
- Tuition
- £29,310 / year
- Study mode
- Full-time, Part-time
Entry requirements
A 2:1 Honours degree
Visa
- Visa required
- Student visa
- Application fee
- GBP 558
- Proof of funds
- GBP 1,171/mo
- Processing time
- 3–8 weeks
Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all — confirm your own case on the official visa page.
Scholarships available (5)
- Commonwealth ScholarshipFully funded
- Charles Wallace Pakistan Trust AwardsPartial funding · Doctoral bursaries: 30 April and 31 October annually
- Great Britain-China Educational Trust Chinese Student AwardsPartial funding · Two rounds yearly: 11 October (autumn) and 11 April (spring)
- Gordon Memorial College Trust Fund GrantsPartial funding · Deadline 2026 round closed. Check official website for future rounds
- The NFU Mutual Charitable Trust Centenary Award 2026Partial funding