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The University of Milan
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PhD in Physics, Astrophysics and Applied Physics
- Milan, Italy
PhD
Full time
3 years
On-Campus
English
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The doctoral program in Physics, Astrophysics and Applied Physics provides advanced research training in a wide range of areas of experimental, theoretical and applied physics, including astrophysics, cosmology, astroparticle physics, condensed matter, quantum optics, nuclear physics, particle physics, plasma physics, theoretical physics, nanotechnology, quantum Information, accelerator physics, biophysics, electronics, environmental physics and medical physics.


VSB - Technical University of Ostrava
PhD in Applied Physics
- Ostrava, Czech Republic
PhD
Full time, Part time
4 years
On-Campus
English
Do you like physics and its applications, are fascinated with the devices and equipment that our technical civilization creates, want to participate in their development, and have completed a master's degree study of the same or related study program? Then the doctoral program in Applied Physics is the right choice for you.
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Universidade Santiago de Compostela
PhD in Fluid Thermodynamic Engineering
- Santiago de Compostela, Spain
PhD
Full time
3 years
On-Campus
Spanish, Galician
The Doctoral Program in Fluid Thermodynamic Engineering is a scientific-technological program defined from two concepts, thermodynamics (from the Greek force of heat) and fluid as a working material system. His lines of research are articulated from energy, its transformations, work fluids and chemical processes and its objectives focus on efficiency and sustainability as the foundations of the technological development of society.


Technical University of Liberec
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PhD in Applied Sciences in Engineering
- Liberec, Czech Republic
PhD
Full time
4 years
On-Campus
English
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Applied Sciences in Engineering is a PhD programme focused on the research of problems in the boundary between engineering and natural sciences. The scope of the PhD thesis falls into one or more of the following areas: Computer Simulations, Physics and optics, and Material engineering.


University of Memphis
Applied Physics, (PhD)
- Memphis, USA
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The PhD program in Applied Physics at this institution is designed to provide students with an in-depth understanding of fundamental and applied aspects of physics, preparing them for careers in resea...


RMIT University - Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology
PhD (Applied Physics)
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The PhD in Applied Physics offers an opportunity to explore advanced topics in physics with a focus on practical applications. Students can work on cutting-edge research projects that address real-wor...


Portland State University
PhD in Applied Physics
- Portland, USA
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The PhD program in Applied Physics is designed to develop advanced knowledge and research skills in core areas of physics with an emphasis on practical and innovative applications. Students engage in ...


Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Applied Physics PhD
- Worcester, USA
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The applied physics PhD program focuses on preparing students to tackle real-world challenges by combining advanced research with practical application. Students work closely with faculty to explore v...


New Jersey Institute of Technology
PhD Applied Physics
- Newark, USA
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The PhD in Applied Physics program is designed to help students develop deep expertise in understanding and applying physical principles to solve real-world problems. The program emphasizes research, ...


Iowa State University
PhD in Applied Physics
- Ames, USA
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The PhD program in Applied Physics focuses on helping students develop a deep understanding of physical principles and how they can be applied to solve real-world problems. Students engage in advanced...


University of Texas Arlington
PhD in Physics/Applied Physics
- Arlington, USA
PhD
Full time
4 years
On-Campus
English
The objective of graduate work in physics is to prepare the student for continued professional and scholarly development as a physicist. The Doctor of Philosophy in Physics and Applied Physics Program combines the traditional elements of a science doctoral program with courses in specifically applied topics and internship in a technological environment. It is designed to produce highly trained professionals with a broad perspective of the subject which may prepare them equally well for careers in academia or government or industry. Current research in the department is predominantly in the areas of condensed matter physics, materials science, astrophysics, space physics and high-energy physics.


University of South Florida
Physics (Applied Physics), Ph.D.
- Tampa, USA
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The Ph.D. program in Applied Physics offers students the chance to delve deeply into advanced physics topics with a focus on practical applications. Students typically engage in coursework that builds...


Harvard University
Ph.D. in Applied Physics
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The Ph.D. in Applied Physics is designed for students who want to deeply explore the fundamentals and innovations in physics that can be applied to real-world problems. The program emphasizes research...


Cornell University
Applied Physics, Ph.D.
- Ithaca, USA
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The Ph.D. program in Applied Physics is designed for students who want to explore advanced topics across a broad range of physical phenomena. The program emphasizes research in areas such as condensed...


University of Maryland
PhD in Chemical Physics (CHPH)
- Adelphi, USA
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The PhD program in Chemical Physics (CHPH) at the University of Maryland offers a rigorous interdisciplinary education that combines principles of chemistry and physics to address complex scientific q...
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Applied physics is the study of physics specifically as it pertains to developing and growing a wide range of practical uses in society through research and technology. Students may focus on a specific industry that uses this science, including aerospace, satellites, mobile telecommunications, lasers, microchips, fiber optics, semiconductors and information technology.
Requirements for the PhD program often involve the student having already obtained a Master’s degree. Additionally, a thesis or dissertation primarily consisting of original academic research must be submitted. In some countries, this work may even need to be defended in front of a panel.