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condensed matter physics PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 29 condensed matter physics PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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Developing magnonic building blocks for neuromorphic computing

The University of Manchester
Department of Computer Science
This PhD project will develop nanoscale devices which use magnons (collective excitations in magnetic order) as information carriers for ultra-efficient, compact, brain-inspired computing. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr W Griggs
 2 November 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Crystal growth and neutron scattering of functional materials

University College London
London Centre for Nanotechnology
PhD Opportunity. Crystal growth and neutron scattering of functional materials. (UCL Crystal Growth Laboratory @ Rutherford Appleton Laboratory, Harwell Campus). Read more
 Supervisor: Prof R Perry
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Awaiting Funding Decision/Possible External Funding
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Materials Discovery and Physical Crystallography

University of Liverpool
Department of Chemistry
This project focuses on discovery of new functional materials for clean energy applications, through experimental synthesis and structure determination using advanced X‑ray and electron diffraction techniques. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof M J Rosseinsky, Dr J Claridge, Dr LD Daniels
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Advanced Wasteform Development for Challenging Nuclear Waste Streams

Sheffield Hallam University
Engineering and Built Environment
This exciting project will directly support the UK nuclear industry by addressing the management and immobilisation of some of its challenging wastes and by-products ahead of long-term disposal. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr AS Scrimshire, Dr SS Samad, Prof PB Bingham
 4 August 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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On additively manufactured architected metamaterials for high temperatures

University of Birmingham
School of Metallurgy & Materials
We invite you to join an exciting PhD project focused on transforming the manufacturing of high temperature nickel superalloys– crucial materials for aerospace and nuclear applications. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr Y T Tang, Dr S Cox
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Quantum dynamics of electrons in emerging 2D devices (Ref: PH/MG-SF1/2026)

Loughborough University
Department of Physics
Two-dimensional (2D) materials are at the forefront of research in quantum phenomena in condensed matter, with many research groups worldwide currently exploring their fundamental properties and applications. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr M Greenaway
 31 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Open call for work in the subject of condensed matter theory and quantum information science

Maynooth University
Department of Physics
The Department of Physics at Maynooth University in Co. Kildare, Ireland is pleased to announce that a PhD Scholarship will be available for a suitably qualified and successful applicant intending to commence their PhD studies in September 2026. Read more
 Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide)  Ireland PhD Programme
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Self-Funded PhD opportunity in Physics (Ref: SCI26-SF-004)

Loughborough University
School of Science
Physics at Loughborough University offers PhD research spanning fundamental physics and applied work in materials, photonics, and biomedical settings. . Read more
 Supervisor: Prof J Betouras
 31 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Supersolids and Quantum Droplets in Light-Mediated Quantum Gases

University of Strathclyde
Department of Physics
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 Supervisors: Dr E Haller, Prof T Ackemann
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Understanding the erratic spin evolution of radio emitting neutron stars

Royal Holloway, University of London
Department of Physics
Formed in the supernova explosions of massive stars, neutron stars are compact remnants that exhibit extreme gravity, ultra-high densities, fast rotation, and strong magnetic fields. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr V Graber
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Phase Transitions and Emergent Behaviour in Large Language Models

University of Aberdeen
School of Natural and Computing Sciences
These projects are open to students worldwide, but have no funding attached. Therefore, the successful applicant will be expected to fund tuition fees at the relevant level (home or international) and any applicable additional research costs. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof M Thiel, Prof M. C. Romano
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Non-linear optics for application to laser-driven acceleration of relativistic beams in vacuum

Lancaster University
Cockcroft Institute
There is immense interest in femtosecond-duration high-energy electron beams in both the condensed matter and high-energy particle physics scientific communities, for their application in exploring femtosecond processes in materials, and for future particle colliders. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof S Jamison
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Mapping the engineering of plasma- and high heat flux induced failure modes in plasma-facing divertor components for future fusion reactors

University of Birmingham
School of Metallurgy & Materials
Mapping the engineering of plasma- and high heat flux induced failure modes in plasma-facing divertor components for future fusion reactors. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof A B Bhattacharya
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Understanding the electrosolvation force between colloidal particles and molecules in solution

University of Oxford
Department of Chemistry
The Krishnan Lab works in the broad area of soft condensed matter at the nanometer scale and has a long-standing interest in measuring, understanding and manipulating interactions between charged particles and molecules in solution (Nature 2010, Nature Nanotech 2012, 2015, 2017, 2024). Read more
 Supervisor: Prof M Krishnan
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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