Dr. Karim Thebault

Associate Professor

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Biography

Karim Thebault is an Associate Professor in the Department of Philosophy at the University of Bristol. He has a background in Physics Philosophy, particularly focusing on problems related to time in classical and quantum theories of gravity. His research interests also include dynamical approaches to symmetry, black hole physics, analogue gravity, quantum cosmology, and the foundations of general relativity. Prior to his current research, he worked on topics related to epistemology and methodology in the natural and social sciences. Thebault is actively involved in supporting students in their doctoral studies with technically informed projects in the philosophy of the foundations of physics.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2016-01-01 — Present

University of Bristol • Bristol, ENG, GB

Teaching and conducting research in philosophy, particularly in the philosophy of physics.

Requirements for University of Bristol

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:19
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:88
Prerequisites
Upper second-class MSci honours degree in physics or related discipline Or a relevant postgraduate MSc
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Two academic references
  • Personal statement
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Research statement/proposal
Specialization Notes

Department of Physics research themes include Astrophysics, Materials and Devices, Particle Physics, and Quantum and Soft Matter.