Physics Newcastle University

Overview

Throughout your Physics PhD programme from Newcastle University studies you'll work closely with your supervisor. In the initial stages your research will be guided by the supervisor. As you gain confidence and expertise, we’ll increase your responsibility for the day-to-day running of the project.

You'll be trained in all aspects of physics research, including the oral and written presentation of your work.

Key facts:

We offer a wide range of projects for the thesis. These will be provided by our academics. You can also propose your own topic.

Each faculty offers a researcher development programme for its postgraduate research students. We have designed your programme to help you:

• perform better as a researcher
• boost your career prospects
• broaden your impact

Through workshops and activities, it will build your transferable skills and increase your confidence.

You’ll cover:

• techniques for effective research
• methods for better collaborative working
• essential professional standards and requirements