Quantum dynamics of electrons in emerging 2D devices
Loughborough UniversityLoughborough, United Kingdom
Course overview
Two-dimensional (2D) materials are at the forefront of research in quantum phenomena in condensed matter, with many research groups worldwide currently exploring their fundamental properties and applications. A large number of different types of 2D materials exist and each offer a wide variety of different properties. These monolayers can be stacked to create van der Waals (vdW) heterostructures that are designed with specific “built-in” device functionality.
The properties of these stacks depend critically on their layer configuration and can be dramatically modified by controlling the relative “twist” angle between the lattices of the layers. The aim of this project is to develop models to understand and predict new quantum transport phenomena of electron moving between and within the layers of novel vdW heterostructures. You will theoretically investigate the electronic properties of different layer configurations of graphene with different 2D semiconductors and consider the effect of “twist” angle and magnetic fields.
You will be apart of a strong community of PhD, PostDoctoral, academic and research staff at Loughborough who are also investigating the electronic properties of 2D materials. You will also benefit from interactions with our project partners working at other institutions around the world. Loughborough University has an applied research culture.
In REF 2021, 94% of the work submitted was judged to be top-rated as 'world-leading' or 'internationally excellent'. We are a community based on mutual support and collaboration. Through our Doctoral College there are continual opportunities for building important research skills and networks among your peers and research academics.
94% of Loughborough’s research impact is rated world-leading or internationally excellent. REF 2021
Key highlights
- Theoretical modelling of quantum electron transport in van der Waals heterostructures
- Investigates graphene layered with 2D semiconductors, twist angles and magnetic fields
- Join a strong community of researchers studying 2D material electronics
- Interaction with project partners at institutions around the world
- Doctoral College offers continual research skills and networking opportunities
- 94% of research impact rated world-leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021)
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:1 — 2:1
Scholarships
Alumni Bursary
10% of tuition fees which will be credited to the student’s tuition fee account.
Up to 10% of feesAlumni Discount
UK students: £1,500 tuition fee discount for one academic year. International students: £3,000 tuition fee discount for one academic year.
Care Leaver's Scholarship
Excellence Scholarships
UK students: £3,000 off tuition fees; International students: £6,000 off tuition fees which will be credited to the student’s tuition fee account.
International Sports Student Postgraduate Bursary
Our International Sports Student Postgraduate Bursary offers a £12,000 tuition fee discount (set against the tuition fees of your chosen postgraduate taught programme ONLY).
Up to £12,000London 10th Anniversary Award
£5,000 off tuition fees.
Up to £5,000Loughborough Business School Scholarship
£1,500 (UK students) and £3,000 (international students) off tuition fees which will be credited to the student’s tuition fee account.
MBA Progress with Purpose Scholarship
50% of tuition fees which will be credited to the student’s tuition fee account.
Up to 50% of feesQatari Ghanim Al-Muftah Excellence Scholarship
Careers this course leads to
- Postdoctoral research associate in condensed matter physics
- Theoretical physicist
- Semiconductor device research scientist
- Quantum technology researcher
- University lecturer in physics
- Computational materials scientist
Cost of study
UK/Home: £5,238 | International: £29,500
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 Loughborough University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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