PhD in Physics PhD/MPhil

Tuition comes to 25,350 GBP per year.

Overview

By pursuing a Physics PhD at Liverpool, you’ll explore fundamental physics using state-of-the-art technology. You’ll become part of a large multinational collaboration, with the opportunity to live and work at an international research facility in the UK or overseas.

Introduction

Investigate fundamental physics using cutting-edge technologies in detectors and/or data analysis in fields such as artificial intelligence, renewable energy, and sustainable technologies. As a member of our research groups, you’ll work independently and demonstrate that you can plan and deliver a research project with the support of at least two supervisors.

Research Culture

Our research is conducted across clusters focusing on fields like artificial intelligence and medical physics. Students often collaborate in diverse international environments, which enhances their research experience. A significant number of PhD students spend time at facilities outside Liverpool, such as CERN in Switzerland.

The University of Liverpool, founded in 1882 and located in the vibrant city of Liverpool, is a research-intensive institution with a global student body of around 32,000, including approximately 17,700 international students. The university offers a wide range of programs—over 200—across sciences, engineering, humanities, health and business, combining rigorous academics with practical industry links. Its historic campus and city connections provide a lively cultural setting and strong transport links across the UK and beyond.

Research and employability are central to the Liverpool experience, with interdisciplinary projects, industry partnerships and extensive placement opportunities embedded in many degrees. Students benefit from modern facilities, dedicated career services and a supportive academic community that helps translate theory into professional practice. The university's global networks also create exchange and collaboration pathways for study abroad and joint research.

International students receive comprehensive support from pre-arrival guidance to on-campus services, including English language support, visa advice and student societies that foster social integration. Liverpool’s affordable living costs relative to other UK cities, combined with its cultural life and sporting traditions, make it attractive to students seeking a balanced academic and social experience. The University of Liverpool is well-suited to ambitious students aiming for impactful research, strong career outcomes and a cosmopolitan student life.