Dr. Patrick Salter

Associate Professor

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Biography

Patrick Salter is an Associate Professor in Photonic Engineering in the Department of Engineering Science at the University of Oxford. His research specializes in photonic engineering, focusing on utilizing ultrashort-pulse (femtosecond) laser fabrication techniques to create three-dimensional functional devices in transparent media, with the aid of adaptive optics to correct aberrations and improve precision. His research interests particularly include the fabrication and control of structures within synthetic diamond for quantum technologies, liquid-crystal photonics, and microscope calibration. He is also the founder and director of Opsydia, a spinout company aimed at translating laser manufacturing techniques into scalable industrial systems.

Research Interests

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.