Ph.D. in Applied Physics and Materials Engineering

Programme Aims and Philosophy

Applied Physics and Materials Engineering is perceived as one of the most important areas affecting mankind in the 21st Century. Applied Physics and Materials Engineering focuses on understanding the basic science of the materials and their applications ranging from nanomechanics, to photonics and optoelectronics, to energy storage technologies, to quantum information and computing.

Pearl River Delta is well-recognized to be one of the manufacturing centers of the world for a very diversified range of products. As the new developing city in this region, it is imperative that Macau plays the leading role in research as well as personnel training for the coming wave of technology revolution.

The Ph.D. programme in Applied Physics and Materials Engineering integrates different disciplines in both science and engineering. As University of Macau (UM) is carrying out cutting edge research in applied physics and materials engineering, energy technology, and quantum computing, an internationally competitive postgraduate program can give strong long-term support to our ongoing research as well as, indirectly, the technology development and commercialization efforts.

The Applied Physics and Materials Engineering Postgraduate Program, defined on the basis of the three above elements, aims to educate students with the necessary interdisciplinary knowledge to contribute to the long-term materials research and technology development, which will lead to potential breakthroughs in areas such as novel materials and manufacturing technology.

Programme Intended Learning Outcomes

• Encompass the combined knowledge of fundamental physics and materials science, and engineering techniques on applying to problems solving.
• Understand about the issues that the relevant work brings to society, safety and environmental, then conduct open debate on these issues.
• Apply the core concept of materials science and solve practical problems in your field of study.
• Understand the related situation and trends on present and Applied Physics and Materials Engineering in your disciplines.
• Use appropriate materials for design and applications in the field of study.
• Possess the relevant skills and techniques required for modern material and engineering industry.

Language Used for Thesis Writing

• English

Postgraduate Courses

Please see UM Graduate School webpage

(https://grs.um.edu.mo/index.php/prospective-students/doctoral-degrees-programmes/)

Admission Criteria

1. Follow the general admission regulations and requirements of the University;
2. Candidates for the PhD programme in Applied Physics and Materials Engineering should hold a Bachelor or Master Degree in Physics, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering or related disciplines from the University of Macau or other recognized universities, or equivalent academic qualification.

English Proficiency Requirement

1. Applicants who received their Bachelor’s / Master’s degree from a university where the medium of instruction was not English are required to provide any of the following as proof of English proficiency:

• Obtained a TOEFL* score of 550 (paper-based examination) / 80 (internet-based examination) or,
• Obtained an IELTS* score of 6.0 or above with no sub-score lower than 5.5 or,
• Obtained a CET6 score of 430 or above.

*Note: TOEFL and IELTS scores are valid for two years from the test date.

2. Applicants who received their Bachelor’s / Master’s degree from a university where the medium of instruction was English are required to provide a proof of English as the medium of instruction, if deemed necessary, issued by the applicants’ university where their Bachelor’s / Master’s degree was obtained (UM’s current students and graduates are not required to provide such proof).

Tuition Fees

https://grs.um.edu.mo/index.php/current-students/tuition-fee/

UM PhD Scholarship

https://grs.um.edu.mo/index.php/prospective-students/phd-funding/um-phd-scholarship/

UM PhD Teaching Research Assistant

https://grs.um.edu.mo/index.php/prospective-students/phd-funding/um-phd-teaching-research-assistant/

General Rules Governing PhD Programmes

https://reg.um.edu.mo/download/um-academic-calendar/6gr-phd.pdf

For more details, please visit our Registry and Graduate School websites:

Registry – http://www.um.edu.mo/reg/

Graduate School – http://www.um.edu.mo/grs/en/