OpenFieldGlasgow Quantum & Imaging Doctoral Training Studentships
Prestigious doctoral studentship scheme in the School of Physics & Astronomy, supporting research in quantum imaging, single-photon detection, and gravitational wave instrumentation at the Institute for Gravitational Research.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- First-class UK Honours degree or Master's with Distinction in Physics, Electrical Engineering, or Mathematics.
- English language proficiency
- Academic IELTS 6.5 overall (minimum 6.0 in each sub-score) or TOEFL iBT 90.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Demonstrated mathematical and laboratory rigor in quantum optics or gravitational wave physics.
- Recommendation letters
- Two academic referee letters submitted via the portal.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Fully funded: UKRI tax-free living stipend of £21,237/year for 3.5 years plus 100% international tuition waiver and £3,000 research grant
- Application fee
- £0 application fee for research degrees
- Tuition / joining costs
- Full international tuition fees covered (£28,260/year value).
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- January 29, 2027 (Annual College PGR scholarship competition deadline)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-14
Important verification note
Facts reflect official University of Glasgow documentation reviewed 2026-10-14. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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