Postgraduate Programmes
Being a postgraduate student at the Cavendish is a unique experience that builds upon our illustrious history of discovery and innovation, and combines it with pathbreaking research across our 10 research themes and state-of-the-art facilities, including those at the new Ray Dolby Centre and the Collaborative R&D Environment (CORDE).
We offer a range of postgraduate programmes, including those allow you to delve deeply into your chosen area of research (PhD in Physics, MPhil in Physics), those that expose you to broader topics alongside a deep dive into research (Specialist PhD Programmes) or taught programmes that also include a short research project. Further details on each of the programmes is below:
Applications for admissions
Early applications are strongly encouraged. This increases your chances not only of acceptance but also of being considered for funding.
All candidates should consult the course directory for funding deadlines and minimum requirements for each course.
All applications will be considered within the timescales advertised for each course. Once a decision is reached within the Department, your papers will be passed on for further consideration by the Colleges, the Degree Committee, and the Postgraduate Admissions Office. You should not take any steps to come to Cambridge before you receive an admission letter from the Postgraduate Admissions Office stating that you have satisfied all conditions.
Other Useful links
Take a look at this quick guide to applications in Physics here.
Postgraduate Open Days
Virtual Postgraduate Open Days takes place every year. During the Open Day you can find out more about what it is like to be a Cavendish postgraduate, various research areas, the application process, student life and more. You will also get an opportunity to attend a Q&A session with the current staff.
This year the Postgraduate Open Day for Physics will take place on Thursday 7th November 2024. You can find more information here.
Want to learn more about the PhD experience across different research groups at the Cavendish?
The above playlist features these research groups: NanoPhotonics Research.