Dr. Felix Hofmann

Professor

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Biography

Felix Hofmann is a Professor in the Department of Engineering Science at the University of Oxford, where he has been a faculty member since January 2013 after a brief stint at MIT. He completed his M.Eng. and D.Phil. from the University of Oxford, receiving supervision from Professor Alexander Korsunsky. His research primarily focuses on atomic-scale defects and their impact on the mechanical and physical failure properties of structural alloys. His group employs a variety of experimental techniques to characterize these defects, study their effects on material behavior, and understand the drivers of material degradation in challenging environments such as fusion reactors. His teaching involves lecture courses on solid mechanics and materials, and he supervises research projects for undergraduates and DPhil students.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2013-01-01 — Present

University of Oxford • Oxford, GB

Teaching solid mechanics and materials, supervising research students.

Requirements for University of Oxford

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.7
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:24
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:110
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Politics, International Relations, Economics, History, Law, Philosophy or Sociology
Application Checklist
  • Three academic references
  • Official transcripts
  • CV/Resume
  • Statement of Purpose (1,000 words)
  • Two academic essays (2,000 words each)
Specialization Notes

Department of Politics and International Relations - Higher Level English requirement.