[UK] Two PhD Studentships in Plasma Physics at Queen’s University of Belfast
Centre for Plasma Physics Queen’s University of Belfast
Two studentships, funded through the through the UK Engineering and Physical Science Research Council’s Science and Innovation programme, are available within the Centre for Plasma Physics at Queen’s University Belfast.
- Project 1. High Power Laser-Matter Interaction
- Project 2. Nonlinear Modulated Wavepackets in Multi-Component Plasmas
Each will involve plasma theory and computer simulation and will be under the supervision of either Dr Michael Geissler ( project 1) or Dr Yannis Kourakis (project 2).
More details of the research project can be found on the CPP website at http://www.qub.ac.uk/mp/cpp/ or by direct contact with the supervisor.
Study information
- Qualification: PhD
- Study duration: 48 months
- Study mode: FT
- Start month: February 2008
- Entry requirements: Candidates must hold a 1st or 2.1 BSc (or equivalent) in Physics or relevant subject; a 1st MSci (or equivalent)
- Language requirements: IELTS or English classes on arrival
- No. of students per year: 8
- Fees: Covered by studentship
Funding information
- Funder: EPSRC
- Value: £12,600 per annum plus fees
- Number of awards per year: 2
- Funding applies to: Open to applicants from a range of countries
- Funding duration: Duration of course
- Application deadline: 14 December 2007
Contacts and how to apply
Academic contact:
Dr. Dave Riley
d.riley@qub.ac.uk
Administrative contact and how to apply:
Use the online application form available at https://pg.apply.qub.ac.uk/home/. Please ensure you provide all the information requested.
