Key information Duration Full-time 36 months Three years full-time Part-time 72 months Six years part-time Start dates & application deadlines
Starting January 2027 Apply before Dec 2026, National (estimated deadline; applies if you have the same nationality as the university) Apply before Nov 2026, International (estimated deadline for all other students; if a National or EEA/EU deadline covers your citizenship, that one applies instead) Starting May 2027 Apply before Mar 2027, National (estimated deadline; applies if you have the same nationality as the university) Apply before Feb 2027, International (estimated deadline for all other students; if a National or EEA/EU deadline covers your citizenship, that one applies instead) Starting September 2027 Apply before Aug 2027, National (estimated deadline; applies if you have the same nationality as the university) Apply before Jul 2027, International (estimated deadline for all other students; if a National or EEA/EU deadline covers your citizenship, that one applies instead) If you’re an international student, please submit your application at least ten weeks before your course starts. Language English — TOEFL® iBT: 79 Delivered On Campus Campus Location Salford, United Kingdom Disciplines Materials Science Overview The prestigious Materials and Physics Research Group at University of Salford encompasses experimental, computational and theoretical areas of physics, chemistry, engineering and mathematics. Features Our research is primarily focused on applied optics, complexity and nonlinear photonics, hydrogen storage, photovoltaics, functionalisation of graphene, semiconductor materials and thin films. Programme Structure Curriculum: Applied optics, laser applications and theory Chemical physics Complexity, applied nonlinear science and metamaterials Energy and hydrogen storage Extreme conditions Admission requirements Academic requirements We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme. English requirements TOEFL® iBT: 79 General requirements Ideally, you will hold an Honours degree in physics, or a physics-related subject. Please refer to the Entry Requirements section for specific details. All applicants must attend an interview. International applicants will require IELTS 6.5 or equivalent English Language Qualification. Tuition Fees Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality. International (students who are not citizens or permanent residents of the study country; in some regions, like the EU/EEA, or under certain agreements, students from partner countries may also pay domestic fees): 36,617 AUD / year (approximately 19,240 GBP / year) Domestic (citizens or residents): 9,969 AUD / year (approximately 5,238 GBP / year) Living costs Salford, United Kingdom: 952–1,523 AUD / month The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
