The DPhil in Atmospheric and Laser Physics (ALP) is a research-based course of three to four years in duration. Research in atomic and laser physics involves some of the most rapidly developing areas of physical science and ranges from the fundamental physics of quantum systems to interdisciplinary application of lasers.
DPhil in Atomic and Laser Physics at University of Oxford
University Rank:#4
Duration4 year(s)
Tuition FeeGBP 46,328 / year(s)
Next IntakeOctober 4, 2026
DPhil in Atomic and Laser Physics
University of Oxford offers the PhD of DPhil in Atomic and Laser Physics as a full-time degree delivered on campus at its main campus in Oxford, United Kingdom. Taught in English and completed over 4 years, the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for dphil in atomic and laser physics and related professional fields. Tuition fees are USD 46,328 / year(s), and the next available intake begins on October 4, 2026.
About DPhil in Atomic and Laser Physics
Disciplines
Department of Physics
Requirements
Entry Requirements
If your graduate course at Oxford requires a master's degree in the UK system, you will usually need a master’s degree (Majister) with an overall grade corresponding to the following:
- 50% (‘C’) for a passing grade in the UK system
- 80% (‘B’) for a merit grade in the UK system
- 90% (‘A’) for a distinction grade in the UK system.
English Requirements
- IELTSMin 7
- TOEFLMin 100
English Program Requirements
English language proficiency
This course requires proficiency in English at the University's standard level. If your first language is not English, you may need to provide evidence that you meet this requirement. The minimum scores required to meet the University's standard level are detailed in the table below.
| Minimum overall score | Minimum score per component | |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic (Institution code: 0713) | 7.0 | 6.5 |
TOEFL iBT, including the 'Home Edition' (Institution code: 0490) | 100 | Listening: 22 Reading: 24 Speaking: 25 Writing: 24 |
| C1 Advanced* | 185 | 176 |
| C2 Proficiency†| 185 | 176 |
*Previously known as the Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English or Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE)
†Previously known as the Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English or Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE)
Your test must have been taken no more than two years before the start date of your course. Our Application Guide provides further information about the English language test requirement.
Fee Information
Tuition Fee
46,328 / year(s)
DPhil in Atomic and Laser Physics
University of Oxford
United Kingdom, Oxford