Semiconductor Photonics and Electronics

at University of Sheffield

Opportunities exist for dissertation studies to be carried out in collaboration with other university research centres or with industrial organisations. Examples of previous projects include:
 

• Selective area intermixing of quantum dot laser materials.

• Wavelength agile GaAs based distributed feedback lasers.

• Modelling and simulation photonic crystal surface emitting laser.

• Characteristic of III-nitride based ultra energy efficient emitter for solid-state lighting.

• Characterisation of III-V solar cells.

Core modules:
 

• MSc Investigative Research Project

• Semiconductor Materials

• Principles of Semiconductor Device Technology

• Energy Efficient Semiconductor Devices

• Compound Semiconductor Device Manufacture

A 2:1 honours degree in electronic and electrical engineering, physics, maths and other branches of engineering involving significant mathematical competence and technical modules.

You should have a strong background in maths modules and in technical modules related to semiconductors and/or electronics.

We will need evidence of relevant work/practical experience or strong performance in a major individual project during your degree.

Entry requirements for international students
 

• Overall IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component, or equivalent.

• Home: £13,000 per year

• Overseas: £27,350 per year