About the course

The Ph.D. degree is a research degree granted on the basis of broad knowledge of physics and in-depth research in a specific area leading to a dissertation (and generally publications in appropriate refereed journals). Students may perform this research at the University of Kentucky or appropriate collaborating institutions. Before taking the Ph.D. qualifying exam, the student must pass the Physics GRE at the 50th percentile or higher and satisfactorily pass core courses in graduate classical mechanics, electromagnetism, quantum mechanics, and statistical mechanics, as well as electives in topical areas of modern physics. Opportunities exist for experimental, theoretical, and computational, and observational research. Excellent laboratory facilities and library materials are available. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 6 Semester(s)Fees: US$106,377

Intake	Location
Fall (August), 2024	Lexington
Fall (August), 2025	Lexington

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Kentucky

The Graduate School requires you to take the GRE (General test). We use the scores in our assessment of applicants. Each case is considered separately and there is no minimum cutoff. The University of Kentucky requires a minimum TOEFL score of 213 computer-based (550 paper-based, IBT 79) or a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 for all international students whose first language is not English (see here). You will be asked to upload copies of transcripts from all higher education institutions attended, Students seeking admission to the Graduate School must have obtained a baccalaureate degree, prior to the start of the term for which s/he is admitted, from a fully accredited U.S. institution of higher learning or from a recognized foreign institution, Many graduate programs also require letters of recommendation. An overall grade point average of 2.75 on undergraduate work and 3.00 on all graduatework is required by the Graduate School. Individual departments may require higher gradepoint averages. Students seeking admission to the Graduate School must have obtained a baccalaureate degree, prior to the start of the term for which s/he is admitted, from a fully accredited U.S. institution of higher learning or from a recognized foreign institution.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Kentucky. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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