Computational Modelling of Advanced Functional Materials
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Duration
- 3 years full-time / 6 years part-time
- Mode
- Part-time
- Subject
- Materials Technology
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Next intake
- OCT 2026
Overview
Molecular materials have the promise of revolutionising electronics by providing low-cost and sustainable alternatives to silicon-based devices. Within this project, you will study molecular materials and, specifically, how molecules interact with light, providing the basis for new light sources, solar cells, and sensors. Computations will be performed on newest-generation materials being synthesised by collaborators at the University of Cambridge, University of Vienna, and Loughborough University. The specific project can be tailored to your interests from Dr Plasser’s research portfolio. Your work may encompass luminescence of doublet emitters, singlet fission for next-generation solar cells, battery anodes based on macrocyclic molecules, or luminescent anion sensors made from lanthanide complexes. During this project, you will join Dr Plasser’s group at Loughborough to perform cutting-edge research in computational chemistry, jointly with experimental collaborators. You will learn how to run a variety of quantum chemistry computations and how to interpret the results in terms of relevant materials properties. You will learn how to deal with large amounts of data, automate the required tasks using scripting languages, and have the chance to acquire more sophisticated computer programming skills. You will also learn how to communicate results with colleagues working in experiment and theory via posters, oral presentations, and scientific publications. At the end of this project, you will be able to carry out analogous work independently in industry or academia. In addition, you will have a firm background in IT skills and data analysis. 94% of Loughborough’s research impact is rated world-leading or internationally excellent. REF 2021
Entry requirements
| Degree | 2:1 |
|---|
English language requirements
| IELTS | 6.5 overall, no part below 6 |
|---|
The standard University IELTS English language requirement is 6.5 overall with 6.0 in each individual element (reading, writing, listening and speaking).
Fees
International students: £29,500
UK students: £5,238
UK/Home: £5,238
International: £29,500
Start dates
October 2026, February 2027, July 2027
Application deadline
30 April 2027
Campus
- Loughborough, United Kingdom
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