Dr. Simon Hooker

Professor

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Biography

Simon Hooker is a Professor in Atomic Laser Physics at the University of Oxford. His research is focused on applications arising from the interaction of intense laser radiation with matter. A key consideration in his work is the requirement for intense laser pulses to remain tightly focused over long distances, despite the challenges posed by refraction and diffraction. His research group has developed techniques for channeling intense laser pulses, which is foundational for applications in driving miniature particle accelerators and compact X-ray sources. Particularly, his work delves into the generation of short-wavelength radiation in the soft X-ray region, including high-harmonics generation and plasma accelerators. His studies target the propagation of intense laser pulses in conditions generating ionizing plasma.

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.