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PhD in Particle Accelerator Physics & Novel Beam Acceleration (Cockcroft Institute)

Doctoral research conducted within the Cockcroft Institute of Accelerator Science and Technology, designing dielectric laser accelerators and novel plasma wakefield accelerators for CERN and medical physics.

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Application checklist & requirements

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Academic degree / Prerequisites: Master's degree with Distinction in Physics, Applied Mathematics, or Microwave Engineering
English language proficiency: IELTS 6.5
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required
Thesis / Research statement: Master's thesis in plasma physics, particle tracking, or radio-frequency cavity design
Recommendation letters: Two academic recommendation letters

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: STFC/EPSRC studentship: £19,237/year stipend + international conference travel budget
Application fee: £0
Tuition / joining costs: Full tuition waiver

Dates and verification

Application deadline: December 15, 2026
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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