COMMENTS

  1. DPhil in Theoretical Physics

    The DPhil in Theoretical Physics is a research-based course of three to four years in duration. Students working towards their DPhil in Theoretical Physics can choose from topics ranging from astrophysics and plasma physics to condensed matter theory to particle theory and we collaborate with experimentalists in other sub-departments and ...

  2. PhD programme

    A PhD degree in Theoretical Physics enables outstanding students to pursue fundamental research at the forefront of theoretical physics. The research interests are diverse but possible topics include string theory, M-theory, quantum gravity, foundations of quantum theory, thermal field theory, cosmology and particle physics.. There is about twenty PhD students in theoretical physics at any one ...

  3. PhD Program

    A PhD degree in Physics is awarded in recognition of significant and novel research contributions, extending the boundaries of our knowledge of the physical universe. Selected applicants are admitted to the PhD program of the UW Department of Physics, not to a specific research group, and are encouraged to explore research opportunities throughout the Department.

  4. CTP Guidelines for Graduate Students » MIT Physics

    Fall 2023. These are the guidelines for the typical progression of a graduate student in the CTP, which should lead to a PhD within 5 years. Students in the Center for Theoretical Physics (CTP) should always be in close contact with their academic advisor, even more so before they join a research group. You should also consult the Department ...

  5. Graduate Admissions » MIT Physics

    1. Online Application and Application Fee. MIT Graduate Admissions Online Graduate Application; Application Fee: $75 NOTE: Applicants who feel that this fee may prevent them from applying should send a short email to [email protected] to describe their general reasons for requesting a waiver. We will follow up with information about how to apply for a formal 'application fee waiver'.

  6. PhD Theoretical Physics

    The standard academic entry requirement for this PhD is an upper second-class (2:1) honours degree in a discipline directly relevant to the PhD (or international equivalent) OR any upper-second class (2:1) honours degree and a Master's degree at merit in a discipline directly relevant to the PhD ...

  7. PhD Theoretical Physics / Application and selection

    How to apply. Apply online. In your application you'll need to include: The name of this programme. Your research project title (i.e. the advertised project name or proposed project name) or area of research. Your proposed supervisor's name. If you already have funding or you wish to be considered for any of the available funding.

  8. Doctorate

    Prospective Students. The institute is constantly looking for prospective PhD students. Generally, interested persons should get in touch with one of the research groups of the institute. More information about doctoral studies in physics at ETH Zurich can be found at the Department of Physics and at the Doctoral Administration of the ETH Academic Services.

  9. PhD Theoretical Physics

    Work on theoretical physics is concentrated in four main areas: complex systems, quantum descriptions of matter and its interactions with light, nuclear physics, and particle physics. Brief summaries of these are given below; more information can be found on the webpages for each group. Quantum Theory of Light and Matter.

  10. PhD programme

    The institute offers students with an MSc degree the opportunity to enter a four-year's PhD program in theoretical physics. Apart from their research project PhD students are required to take a number of courses, almost always in the context of the Dutch Research School for Theoretical Physics. They also act as teaching assistants for about ...

  11. PhD in Theoretical Physics

    PhD in Theoretical Physics. A PhD is the highest academic qualification in the Netherlands. It generally involves four years of original research on a specific topic. Students who have a Master's degree can apply for a position, and are selected on the quality of their (educational) background.

  12. Ph.D. in Theoretical Physics

    The PhD programme in Theoretical Physics (PDFT) is integrated within the realm of Experimental Sciences, and it involves a single educational institution, namely the Universidad Autónoma de Madrid (UAM). The department responsible for the programme is the Departmento of Theoretical Physics (DFT, UAM), supported by the Instituto de Física Teórica (IFT, UAM-CSIC), a joint research center ...

  13. PhD in Theoretical Physics

    PhD Programmes. We run PhD programmes in a variety of subjects. A PhD in Theoretical Physics may be taken in: Astrophysics and Cosmology. Condensed Matter and Complex Systems. Theoretical Particle Physics. Visit our Postgraduate Research page to find out more about PhD projects, funding opportunities, student profiles and how to apply.

  14. Prospective Graduate Students

    As described in the Application Guidelines, the Graduate School also asks you to submit an Academic Statement of Purpose, a Personal Statement, transcripts, and letters of recommendation. Follow the physics-specific instructions below for these application materials. The application fee is $105.

  15. Doctoral Studies in Physics

    The Physics Department has an outstanding Ph.D. program for students seeking the highest degree available in an academic discipline. This rigorous program requires students to take classes for 3 or 4 semesters, followed by 3 or 4 years of research in a forefront area of physics. During their Ph.D. research, students work closely with a faculty ...

  16. Admissions Criteria and Process

    Criteria Admission to Physics Ph.D. program at Duke University is based on a number of factors. These include recommendation letters, personal statement, research experience, course grades (especially those in physics courses), overall quality of applicant's undergraduate record, overlap of student research interests with Duke research areas and TOEFL scores (where applicable). When provided ...

  17. Doctoral Programme in Particle Physics and Universe Sciences

    The academic subjects of the Doctoral Programme in Particle Physics and Universe Sciences (PAPU) include theoretical physics, astronomy and physics (specialization lines of space physics and particle and nuclear physics). PAPU covers theoretical, experimental and observational research fields in elementary particle physics, cosmology, astrophysics, space physics and planetary astrophysics.

  18. Theoretical Physics

    The research activity in Theoretical Physics at the University of Trieste has a long and rich tradition that began with leading names such as Paolo Budinich, Luciano Fonda and Pino Furlan for Field Theory and Phenomenology of Elementary Particles and Gian Carlo Ghirardi for Quantum Mechanics. The fundamental scientific results obtained by them ...

  19. Theoretical Physics

    Find out more about the MSc Theoretical Physics in the School of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Glasgow, UK, The Masters in Theoretical Physics provides an introduction to advanced topics in theoretical physics, ranging across the research frontier from quantum computing and optics, to theoretical astrophysics and cosmology, and calculations for elementary-particle physics.

  20. Admission criteria for theoretical physics PHD

    Most PhD programs in theoretical physics require applicants to have a Bachelor's degree in physics or a closely related field, such as mathematics or engineering. Some programs may also consider applicants with degrees in other scientific disciplines, but a strong foundation in physics is typically necessary.

  21. Ph.D. Requirements

    Requirements. Students who enter the graduate program have to complete the following milestones before they become eligible for the Ph.D. degree: Coursework (usually in the first 2 years). Each graduate student usually completes the following 7 core graduate level courses and 6 credits of elective coursework within the first 3 semesters: In ...

  22. PhD Position in Theoretical Physics, Vienna

    Deadline: 2024-07-31. Contact: mario.pitschmann [AT]tuwien.ac.at. Location: Vienna, Austria. We are looking for a M.Sc. in theoretical physics. The prospective PhD candidate should have a background in quantum field theory, general relativity and cosmology as can be obtained in typical introductory courses for master students.

  23. Apply to the Yale Physics PhD Program

    The Yale Department of Physics welcomes applications to our matriculating graduate class of 2024 beginning around August 15th, 2024. The General GRE and Physics GRE scores are Optional for applications received by the December 15, 2023, submission deadline.. We recognize the continuing disruption caused by COVID-19 and that the hardship of taking GREs falls unequally on individual students.

  24. Physics (PhD)

    Each PhD project will be supervised by a three-member thesis committee that will advise on research questions and study content. To broaden and deepen your knowledge of physics in your speciality area as well as in other areas, you will participate in advanced lecture courses.

  25. Costas Soukoulis (1951-2024)

    After obtaining his bachelor's degree in physics from the University of Athens, he moved to the USA and obtained his master's degree in 1975 and PhD in 1978 from the University of Chicago ...