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A PhD can build upon the fundamentals learned in previous degree studies to help students enhance their skills in research and develop an expertise in the field. Programs typically last three to four years. This type of degree can help students learn how to become flexible and adaptable in their future careers. What is a PhD in Materials Science? This degree can teach students how to be creative a… Read more

A PhD can build upon the fundamentals learned in previous degree studies to help students enhance their skills in research and develop an expertise in the field. Programs typically last three to four years. This type of degree can help students learn how to become flexible and adaptable in their future careers.

What is a PhD in Materials Science? This degree can teach students how to be creative and solve problems in the world of material science and engineering. Students can study the chemical structures of different materials and apply their expertise in industries that are looking for innovations and solutions. Using the chemistry and makeup of different material properties, students may be able to experiment with different structures to develop materials into products. Many programs teach them how to use specialized design software and offer opportunities for work in industrial or research laboratories.

Students earning this advanced degree can learn to apply their expertise and a number of aptitudes that can be useful in their professional and personal lives. This includes analytical, communication, and creative problem-solving skills.

The cost of a PhD depends on the duration of study and the university’s tuition and fees. Students sometimes receive grants and other funding to help pay for their degree. To discover a program that fits their needs, prospective students should contact different universities.

Graduates enter a competitive workforce where there is strong demand for their knowledge. The types of jobs available include working as researchers, materials scientists, metallurgists, analysts and research and development experts. A degree in materials science can be applied across different industries such as aircraft mechanics, medical technology or environmental applications. Careers can be found in both public and private sectors.

A PhD in Materials Science is offered at educational institutions worldwide. Students who prefer to study remotely are encouraged to check the different online options available. Search for your program below and contact directly the admission office of the school of your choice by filling in the lead form.

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PhD in Metallurgy of Non-ferrous Metals and Alloys
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Национальный исследовательский технологический университет МИСиС
Moscow, Russia

The program is designed for researchers who want to pursue their education in the field of non-ferrous metallic materials science. You will be conducting your research in the ... +

The program is designed for researchers who want to pursue their education in the field of non-ferrous metallic materials science. You will be conducting your research in the field of structural and physical characteristics of metallic materials (thermodynamic, thermophysical, mechanical, electrophysical etc). -
PhD
Full-time
4 years
English
Sep 2020
Campus
 

PhD in Photonics
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Max Planck School of Photonics
Erlangen, Germany +2 More

During the research phase, students focus on scientific research for their Ph.D. project which is conducted within a research group led and supervised by an MPSP-Fellow. Stude ... +

During the research phase, students focus on scientific research for their Ph.D. project which is conducted within a research group led and supervised by an MPSP-Fellow. Students are also assigned a co-supervisor, ideally located at another university. -
PhD
Full-time
3 years
English
Sep 2020
15 Dec 2019
Campus
 

Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering
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University of North Texas College of Engineering
Denton, USA

Biomedical materials, metals, polymers, glasses, electronics: all are being tested and improved every day by materials engineers and scientists solving vital problems and adva ... +

Biomedical materials, metals, polymers, glasses, electronics: all are being tested and improved every day by materials engineers and scientists solving vital problems and advancing technology. Where will you make your contribution? The Department of Materials Science and Engineering at the University of North Texas offers coursework leading to a Doctor of Philosophy degree in Materials Science and Engineering. -
PhD
Full-time
4 years
English
Jan 2020
Campus
 

PhD Program in Materials, Mechatronics and Systems Engineering
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University of Trento The Department of Industrial Engineering
Povo, Italy

Materials Science and Engineering: Biomaterials and biomedical technologies, Coatings and surface treatments, Corrosion and wear, Experimental characterization and numerical m ... +

Materials Science and Engineering: Biomaterials and biomedical technologies, Coatings and surface treatments, Corrosion and wear, Experimental characterization and numerical modeling of the material behavior, High-strength glasses and ceramics, Powder metallurgy, Polymers and composite materials, Materials and technologies for cultural heritage, Materials chemistry, Materials for energy, Nanostructured materials, mechanical properties, smart materials, materials production technologies, production process, Manufacturing processes. -
PhD
Full-time
English
Campus
 

Ph.D. in Engineering - Mechanics and Materials Emphasis
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University of Georgia - College of Engineering
Athens, USA

Many new technology developments involve new materials with different properties that would be considered "typical." This program provides the student with insight into method ... +

Many new technology developments involve new materials with different properties that would be considered "typical." This program provides the student with insight into methods for analyzing new materials and systems, and how they can be used to solve new and pressing issues. -
PhD
Full-time
English
Sep 2020
Campus
 

Ph.D. in Chemistry and Technology of Materials: Surface Engineering
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University of Pardubice
Pardubice II, Czech Republic

The doctoral study programme in Surface Engineering accredited at the Institute of Chemistry and Technology of Macromolecular Materials of the Faculty of Chemical Technology f ... +

The doctoral study programme in Surface Engineering accredited at the Institute of Chemistry and Technology of Macromolecular Materials of the Faculty of Chemical Technology fosters research in areas unique to the Czech Republic. PhD students research materials and focus on macromolecular and supramolecular structures intended for modelling organic/inorganic composite and hybrid systems. Materials research is associated with macromolecular chemistry, technology of macromolecular materials, chemistry of polymers and composites, chemistry of organic coatings, fibres and textile chemistry, chemistry of paper and cellulose materials, and the area of graphic arts and photo-physics. -
PhD
Full-time
Part-time
4 years
English
Sep 2020
30 Apr 2020
Campus
 

PhD in Technologies and Materials
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Technical University of Liberec
Liberec, Czech Republic

The doctoral study programme is focused on independent scientific and research projects in the field of engineering technology. Its aim is to produce highly-educated and creat ... +

The doctoral study programme is focused on independent scientific and research projects in the field of engineering technology. Its aim is to produce highly-educated and creative graduates capable of taking part in scientific, research and professional activities in the studied field. -
PhD
Full-time
Part-time
4 years
English
Sep 2020
Campus
 

PhD in Advanced Materials and Nanosciences
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Brno University of Technology
Brno, Czech Republic

This programme is based on the cooperation of two universities and one research institute - Brno University of Technology, Masaryk University and the Institute of Physics of M ... +

This programme is based on the cooperation of two universities and one research institute - Brno University of Technology, Masaryk University and the Institute of Physics of Materials of the Academy of Sciences of the Czech Republic. -
PhD
Full-time
4 years
English
Sep 2020
Campus
 

Ph.D. school in Materials Science
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University of Parma
Parma, Italy

The Ph.D. School in Science and Technology of Materials (STM) aims to provide to MS graduates in Materials Science, Physics, Chemistry, and Engineering the skills needed to ca ... +

The Ph.D. School in Science and Technology of Materials (STM) aims to provide to MS graduates in Materials Science, Physics, Chemistry, and Engineering the skills needed to carry out highly qualified scientific and professional research in the field of Materials Science at Universities and public or private agencies -
PhD
Full-time
3 years
Italian
Oct 2020
Campus
 

Ph.D. in Physics, Earth and Materials Sciences
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University of Camerino the international School of Advanced Studies
Camerino, Italy

Area: Physics, Earth and Materials Sciences

Area: Physics, Earth and Materials Sciences -
PhD
Full-time
3 years
English, Italian
Campus
 

PhD in Physical and Material Engineering
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Czech Technical University in Prague
Prague 6, Czech Republic

The branch of study is oriented towards fundamental research in the development, detection and assessment of functional characteristics of advanced as well as classical materi ... +

The branch of study is oriented towards fundamental research in the development, detection and assessment of functional characteristics of advanced as well as classical materials. Applications are primarily in the field of building materials, research into composite materials offers a wider potential for practice. There are many experienced, internationally renowned tutors with a high h-index available in the branch. -
PhD
Full-time
4 years
English
01 Mar 2020
Campus
 

PhD in Material Science and Engineering
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Koc University - Istanbul Turkey
Istanbul, Turkey

An interdisciplinary program on the physical and chemical fundamentals of material synthesis, characterization, structure-property behavior, processing and computational model ... +

An interdisciplinary program on the physical and chemical fundamentals of material synthesis, characterization, structure-property behavior, processing and computational modeling; with -
PhD
Full-time
4 years
English
Sep 2020
30 Jun 2020
Campus
 

Ph.D. in Material Science and Engineering
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King Abdullah University of Science and Technology
Thuwal, Saudi Arabia

The Material Science and Engineering Program is designed to equip students with fundamental and applied knowledge of materials. We prepare students to tackle grand challenges ... +

The Material Science and Engineering Program is designed to equip students with fundamental and applied knowledge of materials. We prepare students to tackle grand challenges in sustainability and renewable energy, nanotechnology and nanoelectronics, biomaterials, materials characterization and low-power computing. -
PhD
Full-time
30 months
English
Campus
 

Doctor of Philosophy in Materials Engineering
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University of British Columbia - Faculty of Applied Science
Vancouver, Canada

The department has a strong research record and is particularly proud of its mix of fundamental research coupled with industrial relevance and interaction. The department offe ... +

The department has a strong research record and is particularly proud of its mix of fundamental research coupled with industrial relevance and interaction. The department offers opportunities for study in the fields of casting and solidification of metals, ceramic processes and properties, corrosion, composite material processing and properties, hydrometallurgy and electrorefining, physical metallurgy, pyrometallurgy, remelting processes, thermomechanical processing and environmental processing. -
PhD
Full-time
36 months
English
Campus
 

Ph.D. Program in Materials Science
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Montana Tech
Butte, USA

Ph.D. Program in Materials Science – A collaborative, interdisciplinary program with the University of Montana-Missoula and Montana State University-Bozeman. Research specialt ... +

Ph.D. Program in Materials Science – A collaborative, interdisciplinary program with the University of Montana-Missoula and Montana State University-Bozeman. Research specialties include biomaterials; electronic, photonic and magnetic (EPM) materials; materials for energy storage, conversion and conservation; and materials synthesis, processing, and fabrication. -
PhD
Full-time
4 years
English
Sep 2020
Campus
 

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