Dr. David Leadley

Professor

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Biography

David Leadley has been working in the field of optical electronic properties of Group IV and III-V semiconductor heterostructures for 35 years, focusing on understanding the underlying physics to improve material and device performance. His research interests include low dimensional semiconductor structures, silicon technology, epitaxial growth, electronic and optical properties of semiconductors, spintronics, thermoelectrics, silicon photonics, SiGe, GaAs, fractional quantum Hall effect, Skyrmions, and composite Fermions. David has also held several leadership roles at the University of Warwick, including Head of the Department of Physics and Deputy Head of Department. He has served as Academic Director of the Graduate School and chaired various committees, showcasing his commitment to academia and research advancement. He is actively involved in promoting the visibility and career development of technicians through his role in the Technician Commitment Steering Group.

Research Interests

Experience

Deputy Pro-Vice-Chancellor Research

— Present

University of Warwick • Coventry, England

Responsibilities include research infrastructure and ethics governance.

Head of the Department of Physics

— Present

University of Warwick • Coventry, England

Managed the department and led numerous initiatives.

Deputy Head of Department

— Present

University of Warwick • Coventry, England

Assisted in the management of the department.

Courses

PX446 Condensed Matter II - Optical Properties of Materials PX3A3 Electrodynamics

Requirements for University of Warwick

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.1
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:92
PTE
Listening
Required:59
Reading
Required:59
Writing
Required:59
Speaking
Required:59
Overall
Required:62
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:120
Overall
Required:120
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in Engineering or a related STEM discipline
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Official transcripts
  • Degree certificate
  • Personal statement
  • One academic reference
  • CV/Resume
  • English language proficiency evidence
Specialization Notes

Includes General, Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Biomedical, and Manufacturing Engineering. Most programs fall under English Band A.