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Stellenbosch University

Doctor of Philosophy in Physical and Mathematical Analysis

The Doctor of Philosophy in Physical and Mathematical Analysis in Physics is offered by Stellenbosch University.

Program Length: 4 YEARS.

Doctor of Philosophy in Physical and Mathematical Analysis offered by Stellenbosch University at the Faculty of Science

Programme Description

A dissertation containing the results of your independent research is required.

Fields of research

Nuclear physics: The following themes are covered:

• Theoretical and experimental investigation of nuclear structure and nuclear reactions.
• Development of techniques to monitor environmental radiation.
• Studies of the impact of radiation on human tissue.

Theoretical physics: Theorists specialise in a range of fields. Questions addressed by members of the ITP range from considering fundamental aspects of quantum mechanics, the behaviours of solitons, statistical interpretation of large data sets and theoretical considerations of physics in biological systems at the cellular level.

Laser physics (Laser Research Institute): The Laser Research Institute offers a unique opportunity in South Africa for honours, master's and PhD studies in laser-based research. The projects on which our postgraduate students gain hands-on experience include measurement of ultrafast reactions in new types of solar cells, trapping and controlling single ions to test quantum theory, generation and manipulation of light pulses with unique properties using nonlinear optics, and development of laser techniques to study biological samples.