Overview

On the PhD programme in Physics from Technical University of Denmark (DTU) you and your supervisor and co-supervisor(s) work together in a team to achieve the best research in the field.

Key facts

During the three years of study, as a PhD student you are required to

Carry out independent research work under supervision (the PhD project).

Complete PhD courses or similar study elements totaling approx. 30 ECTS points.

Participate in active research environments, including stays at other, mainly foreign, research institutions, private research enterprises etc.

Gain experience of teaching activities or other form of knowledge dissemination which is related to the student's PhD project.

Complete a PhD thesis based on the PhD project.

Research Areas

The focus of our PhD projects is on modern physics, significant basic scientific challenges, and application perspectives in the industry or in the public sector.

As a PhD student you will be affiliated to one of our nine research sections working with catalysis, materials physics, fusion energy, energy technologies, quantum theory and information technology, or biophysics and complex systems.

Programme Structure

Research areas include:

Surface Physics & Catalysis

Computational Atomic-scale Materials Design

2D Materials Engineering and Physics

Magnetic Materials and Neutron Scattering

Materials Physics in Time and Space

Plasma Physics and Fusion Energy

Biophysics and Fluids

Luminescence Physics and Technologies

Quantum Physics and Information Technology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

More details

You can be admitted as a PhD student at DTU at any time of the year. The actual studies can however not begin until the month after the academic approval.

Language

English

Credits

180 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kongens Lyngby, Denmark

Disciplines

Physics

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

To be admitted as a PhD student, an applicant must have satisfactory results from one of the following exams:

A Danish Master’s degree in engineering.

A Master’s degree (based on two years of master’s studies equivalent to 120 ECTS points) from a Danish, long-cycle higher educational programme which, in the estimation of the relevant PhD school, gives the applicant the qualifications necessary to complete the course of study in question.

The examinations of international students are evaluated on the basis of information as to the length and content of their studies. Such examinations must at least be at a level equivalent to a Danish examination qualifying the holder for direct admission. The evaluation of the level of an applicant may take place using tests conducted by the potential PhD school and approved by the head of the PhD school.

An official translation of the foreign MSc diploma must be submitted together with the application.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

Free
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

The PhD school must ensure that funds are available for the duration of the study programme and that the funding plan covers all three years.

Living costs

Kongens Lyngby

Denmark

5500 - 8500 DKK / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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