Physics
Position Details (PhD Program)
The continuous emergence of new phenomena and new problems inspire our faculty and our students to explore new methods, push forward new ideas, and solve existing questions and problems.
Key facts
Westlake University’s Physics Department has developed rapidly in recent years and has made great progress and achievements in theoretical physics, condensed matter physics, AMO physics, high energy physics, and astrophysics.
Students in our Ph.D. program in physics will receive thorough training in mathematics and theoretical and experimental physics. They will develop broad interests and skills through course studies, experiments, and participating in on-campus and international seminars and research conferences. Knowledge and skills mastered in the program allow our students to pursue careers in higher education, research, private industry, and government in diverse cross disciplinary fields and industries.
- Courses taught in the Westlake University – Fudan University joint Ph.D. program in physics benefit from faculty mentoring and resources from two of China’s best physics programs.
- Courses are taught by globally respected faculty who are leaders in their respective fields and industries.
- Courses prepare students to graduate with specialized knowledge in their research field.