Join us to help develop the next generation of optical imaging technologies.
We can offer 1-year research projects leading to an MSc (by Research) in Physics or 3-year projects leading to a PhD in Physics. You can read more about undertaking an MSc or PhD in the Applied Optics Group.
Lists of potential MSc projects and potential PhD projects for the next academic year are available. Unless indicated, these projects do not have funding directly attached and require candidates to apply separately to scholarship schemes or funding; we can provide advice on this.
Salaried research posts (posdocs) and PhD studentships will be advertised on our vacancies pages when available. We can support applications for fellowships if you have a research proposal that aligns with our interests and facilities.
We can also sometimes offer summer internships for current undergraduate students (read an example here) or placements as part of postgraduate degrees elsewhere.
For more information please make contact with the academic you are interested in working with, or direct general enquiries to the Head of Group.
Working/Studying at Kent
The AOG is part of the School of Engineering, Mathematics and Physics at the University of Kent’s Canterbury campus. Set within 300 acres of parkland overlooking the historic city of Canterbury, just a short walk or bus ride away, the campus offers an inspiring environment for study and research. Students and staff benefit from excellent social and sporting amenities, and a welcoming international community, all within easy reach of London and the Kent coastline.