Physics Research

Andres
Colombian
Physics Research MPhil/PhD, option of joint PhD with HKU/Erasmus Mundus

I chose King's because after my master's I got involved in plasmonics and the use of them in information technologies - I found out that here at King's there is a strong group working on it and I decided to join them.

The best thing of studying in King's is that it is situated in the center of London and you have plenty of activities to do, usually you have to measure yourself because if you do all the things there are in theory you won't have time for studying or for sleeping! Also joining a student hall is better than looking for private accommodation, because you have the opportunity to meet other people and participate in even more activities which can also include travels to places outside London.

For my research I was funded by a King's Studentship (King's Overseas Research Studentship) which has helping me a lot during my stay here in London providing me with a stipend for my expenses. After my PhD I would like to join industry as a researcher or start a company in my home country for developing what I have learned here at King's. If you are thinking of coming to here, either as a undergraduate, master's or PhD student, I'm sure you will meet a lot of people and you will do plenty of activities to get the most out of your study program.

Jawad
UK
Physics Research MPhil/PhD, option of joint PhD with HKU/Erasmus Mundus
I chose to study at King's for its reputation for research excellence in theoretical physics. A close-knit group of research students and a very accessible faculty make King's a unique place to learn and grow. The regular stream of seminars, through an active collaboration with other leading research groups in the country, is a great way to inspire yourself as well as expand your knowledge to areas close to, but not directly related to, your research.

Lior
Israel
Physics Research MPhil/PhD, option of joint PhD with HKU/Erasmus Mundus
King's is a great place to do your graduate studies at, both as an academic institution and the opportunities it offers once you finish your degree. The Department of Physics has a great history; James Clerk Maxwell was at King's in his most productive years and four members of the staff have been awarded Nobel prizes. King's also has excellent research facilities and very good links to other institutions in the UK and abroad.
King's main campuses are situated on the river bank which is the most beautiful part of London. London is the most exciting and cosmopolitan city in the world. Opportunities in the city are endless, whether one wants to continue in academia, go into banking or any other sector. This is the place to be and having a graduate degree from King's is your ticket to success.