LIGHT UP THE FUTURE OPTOELECTRONICS RESEARCH CENTRE POSTGRADUATE COURSES 2019
“International recognition, clear research impact, appreciation for their students, extraordinary access to world-class facilities and a strong social community means to me there is simply nowhere better than the ORC to do a PhD in Photonics.” Alexander Jantzen PhD Photonics, third year Vice-President, University of Southampton Optics and Photonics Society (OpSoc)
CHOOSE SOUTHAMPTON Ò Southampton is in the top 100 universities worldwide, according to the QS World Rankings 2019 Ò We are a founding member of the Russell Group of research-intensive universities, which means your education is informed by research as it unfolds Ò Over 96 per cent of the University’s research environment has been assessed as world leading and internationally excellent in the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2014 Ò Awarded a Queen’s Anniversary Prize in recognition of our world-leading expertise in photonics and fibre optics Ò Over 97 per cent of Optoelectronics Research Centre research has been assessed as world leading and internationally excellent (REF 2014) Ò The Optoelectronics Research Centre is one of one of the world’s leading institutes for photonics research, achieving £15m of grant income annually Ò We are part of the Science and Engineering South Consortium, the most powerful cluster of research-intensive universities in the UK Ò We have a strong culture of innovation that has a life-changing impact on society, including creating the technology which underpins the internet Ò We are home to the largest, state-of-the-art cleanroom complex in Europe
RESEARCH EXCELLENCE The Optoelectronics Research Centre (ORC), based at the University’s Zepler Institute for Photonics and Nanoelectronics, is a world-leading research institute dedicated to photonics – the science of light. Our researchers pioneered many of the major developments in today’s global technology, including the optical fibres and amplifiers that power the internet and the fibre laser, which is used for a variety of applications ranging from manufacturing to defence. The ORC’s history spans some 50 years. Today we are one of the largest and most successful photonics groups in the world, with research expertise in: Ò Biophotonic Microsystems Ò Fundamental Photonics Ò Light Generation and Manipulation
Ò Optical Fibres Ò Optical Materials Ò Optical Networks and Systems
Our 5D data storage memory crystals, developed in our laboratories, are on a Mars orbit around the Sun aboard Elon Musk’s SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket
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State-of-the-art facilities, in over 100 laboratories including our £120M Cleanroom Complex, provide a unique environment for research in electronics, photonics and biotechnology
Our researchers publish over
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300
papers annually
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spin-out companies, generating revenue of
over £100m
We are developing low-cost, simple to use paper-based sensors that can test for multiple medical conditions simultaneously
1 Producing next-generation optical fibre in our Cleanroom Complex 2 Laser-printed paperbased biosensors 3 King James’ Bible encoded to 5D optical storage
TAUGHT PROGRAMMES The ORC at Southampton offers MSc opportunities for students looking to push the boundaries of their knowledge and learning. Our mission is to drive our team of researchers and students towards the technology and innovations which could enable future revolutions. Our vibrant community is a hive of activity with over 200 staff and students working on cutting-edge research to provide innovative solutions for real-life problems in healthcare, manufacturing, communications technology, defence, energy and the environment. We have excellent relationships with business and industry both in the UK and internationally, providing support through joint projects, consultancy, commercialisation of research, knowledge transfer and commissioning of our state-of-the-art facilities.
MSc key facts Entry requirements: a UK upper second-class honours degree or higher in a related subject such as physics, electronics, engineering, materials science or mathematics. See international equivalent qualifications www.southampton.ac.uk/pgp/entry English language: band 2c, IELTS 6.5 overall, with a minimum of 6.0 in all components. For more information visit www.southampton.ac.uk/pg/englang Fees: please visit www.southampton.ac.uk/pg/fees Duration: one year (full time) Assessment: coursework, examinations and project Start date: September Applying: University application form with transcript
MSc Optical Fibre and Photonic Engineering
Programme structure
On our MSc Optical Fibre and Photonic Engineering programme, you will work alongside some of the world’s leading specialists in optical fibres and photonics, and spend time conducting novel research in our state-of-the-art facilities. You will cover the fundamental concepts of optical fibres and photonics, and their application in real-world engineering settings.
Compulsory modules include:
Through our specialist modules you can explore optical telecommunications, optical fibre sensors, active fibre devices such as fibre lasers and amplifiers, silicon photonics, and nonlinear applications of optical fibres.
−− Advanced Lasers
−− Optical Fibres −− Lasers −− Photonics Laboratory −− Advanced Fibre Telecommunications −− Optical Fibre Sensors −− MSc Research Project and Dissertation Optional modules include: −− Bio/Micro/Nano Systems −− Light and Matter −− Microfabrication −− Microsensor Technologies
For more information about our taught MSc, please visit www.orc.soton.ac.uk/postgraduate-msc
−− Nanoscience −− Signal Processing −− Silicon Photonics −− Wireless and Mobile Networks
Apply now: www.southampton.ac.uk/pgapply
RESEARCH PROGRAMMES Photonics is changing the world in extraordinary ways. From powering the internet, navigating airliners, correcting vision and monitoring the environment, photonics is at the heart of many exciting world technologies. Working alongside our leading photonics scientists, you will conduct novel research in our state-of-theart facilities, while also attending international conferences and writing journal papers. We will equip you with the knowledge, skills and networking opportunities to open up exciting career possibilities in communications, technology, healthcare, manufacturing, transport, defence, energy management and many other fields.
PhD research projects We’re looking for the photonics pioneers of the future to join our vibrant research team. We have over 30 research groups working on a wide variety of projects. Current PhD research areas include: −− Advanced solid state lasers −− Beam-shaping for high-precision, high-speed, laser-based manufacturing −− Coherent optical signals −− Compound glass and fibres −− Computational nonlinear optics −− Distributed optical fibre sensors −− Fibre Bragg gratings −− Integrated photonic devices −− Laser-printed medical diagnostic sensors −− Laser-based manufacturing −− Microstructured optical fibres −− Nanophotonics and metamaterials −− Nonlinear semiconductor photonics −− Optical biosensors and biophotonics −− Optical engineering and quantum photonics −− Optical fibre communications −− Periodic fibre devices −− Photonic, electronic and plasmonic −− Planar waveguide and slab lasers
We foster a strong culture of innovation, forging close industry links which have resulted in a raft of spin-out companies. We typically file over 20 patents a year and much of our work has an immediate impact within a diverse range of industries, even opening up entirely new markets.
PhD key facts Entry requirements: a UK bachelors degree with upper second-class honours or higher in a relevant subject. See international equivalent qualifications English language: band 1b, IELTS 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in all components For more information visit: www.southampton.ac.uk/pg/englang Fees: please visit www.southampton.ac.uk/pg/fees Duration: up to four years (full time); three to seven years (part time) Assessment: annual reports, viva voce and thesis examination Start date: typically October but other dates are possible Applying: please visit www.southampton.ac.uk/pgapply Funding: Full scholarships are available for UK students. International and EU students are encouraged to seek full or partial funding from other sources (e.g. national government scholarships, Commonwealth scholarships, self-funding etc.) For more information about PhD applications and studentships visit: www.orc.soton.ac.uk/postgraduate-phd
−− Silica fibre fabrication −− Ultrafast laser X-ray For a full list of the PhD projects available with our research groups visit: www.orc.soton.ac.uk/phdprojects.html
Apply now: www.southampton.ac.uk/pgapply
GLOBAL IMPACT Research at the Optoelectronics Research Centre has been making a life-changing impact on society for more than 50 years; many of the major developments in today’s technology have come as a result of our innovation. Our world-leading research teams are tackling some of the biggest challenges facing modern society to help create a better future. Our work impacts the lives of people worldwide, providing global communication via the internet and revolutionising the manufacturing industry.
Our research attracts investment and sponsorship from both government and industry worldwide; we currently have over ÂŁ50m EPSRC-secured research funding. The ORC interacts strongly with the photonics industry; we host the Future Photonics Hub, have a number of spin-out companies in the local area, and are proud that ORC alumni are working in top photonics positions, worldwide.
Transforming research into practical and financially viable solutions to real-world problems produces collaboration opportunities, enhances quality of life, creates jobs, boosts the economy and helps make our world an easier and more rewarding place to live.
WE ARE:
helping
20
photonics-related companies file patents every year, based on our research
the birthplace of the technology which underpins the internet
developing fibre lasers capable of delivering unprecedented power and control to transform future manufacturing
proud that our dual-site research centre in Singapore has a
$150m research portfolio
HOW DO I APPLY? Before applying for postgraduate study, you should:
pioneering optical fibres for ultra-high speed, cheaper, more resilient and secure data communications
pushing the boundaries of photonics by developing new metamaterials, which can change their properties on demand
- check you meet the entry requirements - if applicable, ensure that you meet any special requirements for international students - identify how you will fund your postgraduate study - obtain supporting documentation to include as part of your application
APPLY NOW leading the vanguard of emerging silicon photonics technology to enable computing at the speed of light
Apply to Southampton for postgraduate taught degrees and for more information on PhD opportunities
Find out more: www.southampton.ac.uk/orc
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