Key information
- Duration: Full-time: 36 months; Part-time: 72 months
- Start dates: Starting September 2026; Starting January 2027; Starting April 2027
Overview
PhD students at the University of Leicester complete an independent research project under the guidance of a supervisory team.
Key facts:
- We offer PhD supervision in Physics and Astronomy in areas compatible with the research interests of our academic staff.
Visit the programme website for more information
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Earth Observation Science
- Planetary Science
- Astrophysics
- Space Reseach Centre
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
GPA: Upper Second Class
English Requirements
TOEFL iBT: 80
Other Requirements
General requirements:
- You must hold a UK undergraduate (Bachelors) degree with at least first class or upper second class honours or an equivalent qualification from a recognised overseas institution.
- Research Proposal Form
- CV
- Personal statement explaining your interest in the research, your experience, why it is worth doing and why we should consider you.
- Copies of your Degree Certificates and Marks Transcripts of study already completed and if possible a transcript to-date of any study currently being undertaken.
- If your documents are not in English please include an official translation.
- In the reference section please enter the contact details of your two academic referees in the text boxes provided or upload letters of reference if already available.
Make sure you meet all requirements
Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees:
International: 45,868 AUD / year (approx. 24,250 GBP / year)
Domestic: 9,907 AUD / year (approx. 5,238 GBP / year)
Additional Details: International: £24,250 - £34,100 per year
Living Costs (Leicester, United Kingdom): 1,420-2,697 AUD / month