PhD in Physics

Starting September 2027 — Apply before May 2027 Language English TOEFL iBT: 72 IELTS: 5.5 Credits 240 ECTS Delivered On Campus Campus Location Szeged, Hungary Disciplines Physics Overview The Doctoral School of Physics at the University of Szeged offers graduate courses in a broad range of physics, including atomic and molecular physics, optics and laser physics, material science, mathematical physics, astrophysics, biophysics, clinical radiology and nuclear medicine. Well-equipped laboratories are available for experimental research projects. Facilities include several high intensity and ultrashort-pulse lasers; atomic force, optical and electron microscopes; spectrographs; vacuum chambers; clinical CT, MR and SPECT equipment; a computer network, and an astronomical observatory. The research projects are funded by national (OTKA, NFÜ) and international (mainly EU) agencies. Educational programmes of the Doctoral Schools: Astrophysics, biophysics, laser physics, optics, radiology and nuclear medicine, solid state physics and laser-matter interaction, theoretical and mathematical physics. Sample research areas: UV photoablation of polymers and biological materials; Computational modelling of biomolecules; Laser-plasma interactions; Harmonic generation; Spectroscopy of biomembranes and membrane proteins; Nuclear medicine; Extrasolar planets, optical photometry and time series analysis of astronomical objects; Black holes; Cosmology; Gravitational waves. For more research topics please consult the programme website. Programme Structure Research areas include: UV photoablation of polymers and biological materials Computational modelling of biomolecules Laser-plasma interactions Harmonic generation Spectroscopy of biomembranes and membrane proteins Nuclear medicine 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: 72 IELTS: 5.5 General requirements MSc degree in Physics from an accredited university or higher education institution copy of passport, 2 recommendation letters from recognised academic persons, recent medical certificate of satisfactory general health status, CV, motivation letter, individual interview (online), and payment of the non-refundable application fee. Tuition Fees Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality. International International tuition fees apply to 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. Non-residents: 16,182 AUD / year ≈ 10,000 EUR / year Living costs Szeged, Hungary 562-823 AUD / month The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.