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To inquire about a PhD opportunity, it's recommended to send an email to the potential supervisor expressing interest in the project. Mention your relevant background, such as a degree in physics, and highlight specific aspects of the project that fascinate you. This approach shows genuine interest and can lead to an invitation for further discussion, either via email or in person. Engaging directly with the supervisor is a professional and effective way to gather more information about the project and demonstrate your enthusiasm for the opportunity.
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Hello to all,

I have seen a PhD advertised on my local university's website. What's the best way to acquire information about the project or (I suppose what I'm trying to ask is here is) what's the proper etiquette for first contact with a potential supervisor to ask about the PhD?

Should I just e-mail him and say I am interested in the project and have a degree in physics, or ask him can I go into the university to discuss it? Any thoughts? I've read some of the articles posted on the PhD webpage and find the area fascinating, so I'd really like to be in with a shot of applying for it.

Thanks
 
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Just e-mail him and say that you're interested. Ask if he has some current projects where you can work on (or mention a specific project that you're interested in). He will likely invite you to have a talk...
 

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