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University of Cambridge · Cambridge, United Kingdom

PhD in Materials Science and Metallurgy

Doctoral · Engineering

PhD in Materials Science and Metallurgy

University of Cambridge · Cambridge, United Kingdom

About this programme

The PhD is a research-based course that introduces students to research skills and specialist knowledge. The Materials Science Department in Cambridge leads a wide spectrum of cutting-edge materials research with state-of-the-art facilities. The department has a thriving postgraduate school with more than 130 research students studying for postgraduate research degrees in areas that address key problems in materials science (see details via the Materials Challenges page on the department website). Up to 40 students are admitted to full-time PhD studies in materials science each academic year.

Level
Doctoral
Field
Engineering
Duration
3 years
Tuition
£41,304 / year
English
IELTS 7 · TOEFL iBT 100
Study mode
Full-time

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.

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