MPhil/PhD Philosophy of Physics
University of LincolnBrayford Pool, United Kingdom
Course overview
Staff in the School of Engineering and Physical Sciences conduct cutting-edge research in fundamental and applied mathematics and physics, ranging from pure mathematics to applied nano-science at the interface between biology, chemistry, physics, and mathematics. The School collaborates with top research institutions in Germany, Japan, Norway, the Netherlands, Singapore, Spain, and the USA. Combining physics with philosophy offers students the chance to apply philosophical theory and ask the fundamental questions designed to investigate, enhance, and expand knowledge.
Students are supported and encouraged to submit papers to international scientific journals, present findings at conferences, and share knowledge with colleagues across the University.
Key highlights
- Research combining physics with philosophical theory and fundamental questions
- School collaborates with institutions in Germany, Japan, Singapore and the USA
- Support to submit papers to international scientific journals
- Opportunities to present research findings at conferences
- Research environment spanning pure mathematics to applied nano-science
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:1 — to include relevant subject; or above
- International qualifications — Overseas students will be required to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in each element. For information regarding other English language qualifications we accept, please visit the English Requirements page. https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/studywithus/internationalstudents/englishlanguagerequirementsandsupport/englishlanguagerequirements If…
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships
Global Postgraduate Scholarship
The Global Postgraduate Scholarship is valued at £2,000 and will be awarded to eligible students as a tuition fee discount in the first year of their studies.
Up to £2,000International Alumni Scholarship
The International Alumni Scholarship is valued at £2,000 and will be awarded to eligible students as a tuition fee discount for the first year of a postgraduate taught or postgraduate research programme.
Up to £2,000Lincoln Alumni MSc School of Health and Social Care Scholarship
£1000 will be paid directly to the student for each year of study for each completed academic year of study, with part-time students eligible for a pro-rata payment.
Up to £1,000
Careers this course leads to
- University lecturer
- Postdoctoral research fellow
- Research scientist
- Science policy adviser
- Science writer
Cost of study
International: £18,900 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Lincoln, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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