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65 PhD programmes in Chemistry in United Kingdom

Chemical Biology Cardiff University
4,6(158)Cardiff, United Kingdom Top 3% in WorldwideThe biological chemistry research group conducts research critical to the scientific community, with significant implications to public well-being. Chemical Biology programme is offered at Cardiff University.

Physical Organic Chemistry Cardiff University
4,6(158)Cardiff, United Kingdom Top 3% in WorldwideThe School of Chemistry from Cardiff University, has developed a particular strength in Physical Organic Chemistry, with a research group dedicated to this exciting area of study. As part of the Physical Organic Chemistry programme, students can conduct their research within this group.

Chemistry Loughborough University
4,4(62)Loughborough, United Kingdom Top 7% in WorldwideThe Department of Chemistry at Loughborough University will give you the opportunity to develop new and highly sought after skills which can set you up for a range of careers.

Great Western Four and Doctoral Training Partnership University of Bristol
4,3(95)Bristol, United Kingdom Top 1% in WorldwideThe Great Western Four and Doctoral Training Partnership comprises the University of Bristol, University of Bath, Cardiff University, University of Exeter, British Antarctic Survey, British Geological Survey, Centre for Ecology and Hydrology, the Natural History Museum and Plymouth Marine Laboratory.
Materials Chemistry The University of Manchester
3,9(88)Manchester, United Kingdom Top 1% in WorldwideThe Department of Chemistry at The University of Manchester has particular strengths in biological chemistry and organic synthesis, computational and theoretical chemistry and materials chemistry (inorganic and polymer). It offers this degree in Materials Chemistry.
Inorganic Chemistry for Future Manufacturing University of Oxford
4,1(106)Oxford, United Kingdom Top 0.1% in WorldwideThe Inorganic Chemistry for Future Manufacturing program at University of Oxford is an EPSRC-funded centre focused on training the next generation of synthesis scientists.
Pharmacy (Chemistry and Drug Delivery) University of Kent
4,0(58)Gillingham, United Kingdom Top 6% in WorldwideThe research programme in Pharmacy (Chemistry and Drug Delivery) at the University of Kent gives you the integrated, broad-based research training needed to exploit current advances in pharmaceutical and biological sciences and pharmacy practice.
Chemistry and Materials The Open University UK
4,2(157)Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Top 15% in WorldwideChemistry and Materials is a vibrant area of research at The Open University UK. We have an extensive track record in working synergistically with both industrial and academic partners.
Chemistry Queen's University Belfast
4,2(80)Belfast, United Kingdom Top 4% in WorldwideThe Chemistry programme offered by Queen's University Belfast develops advanced expertise in catalysis, molecular innovation, medicinal chemistry, and functional materials, preparing researchers to create scientific solutions for future energy and healthcare challenges.
Chemistry University of Oxford
4,1(106)Oxford, United Kingdom Top 0.1% in WorldwideThe DPhil in Chemistry is a research-based course at Oxford focused on original projects across areas like catalysis, materials, energy, biology interface, and theoretical chemistry. It develops advanced research and transferable skills. The Chemistry programme is offered at University of Oxford.
Environmental Geochemistry and Geomicrobiology The University of Manchester
3,9(88)Manchester, United Kingdom Top 1% in WorldwideEnvironmental Geochemistry and Geomicrobiology at The University of Manchester focuses on the characterisation of mineral water organic matter reactions in surface and near surface environments.
Chemistry The University of Manchester
3,9(88)Manchester, United Kingdom Top 1% in WorldwideThe Department of Chemistry at The University of Manchester offers research opportunities and projects in a wide range of research themes.
Chemistry Durham University
4,3(35)Durham, United Kingdom Top 3% in WorldwideThe Chemistry programme offered by Durham University supports research-led investigation across spectroscopy, computation, sustainable processes, advanced materials, and health-related innovation.
Chemistry Research King's College London
4,2(112)London, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in WorldwideThe Chemistry Research programme offered by King's College London explores chemical processes, materials, biological systems, and molecular innovation through interdisciplinary research spanning the physical and life sciences.
Chemistry University of Glasgow
4,3(89)Glasgow, United Kingdom Top 2% in WorldwideThe School of Chemistry at University of Glasgow is expert at designing new catalysts for the chemical and pharmaceutical industry while using advanced molecular technologies to create self-fabricating materials.
Chemistry University of Aberdeen
4,4(65)Aberdeen, United Kingdom Top 4% in WorldwideIn the Chemistry programme from University of Aberdeen we offer dynamic and diverse with excellent research facilities and a strong international and interdisciplinary collaborative profile
Science and Technology Nottingham Trent University
4,4(177)Nottingham, United Kingdom Top 9% in WorldwideThe School of Science and Technology at Nottingham Trent University offers opportunities to study for a PhD by research. Supervision is available by full-time or part-time study, and can sometimes be provided by distance learning.
Chemical Synthesis for a Healthy Planet University of Oxford
4,1(106)Oxford, United Kingdom Top 0.1% in WorldwideThe Chemical Synthesis for a Healthy Planet programme offered by University of Oxford is a four-year course focused on training the next generation of synthetic chemists to tackle emerging and future challenges in Human Health, Energy & Materials, and Food Security.
Chemistry Swansea University
4,2(90)Swansea, United Kingdom Top 6% in WorldwideThe Chemistry programme offered by Swansea University spans a broad spectrum of scientific activity, encompassing energy, health, new and advanced molecules and materials, and water and environmental themes.
Astrochemistry The Open University UK
4,2(157)Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Top 15% in WorldwideAstrochemistry at The Open University UK is the study of molecules in space, how they form, where they form, and what role they play in shaping the formation and evolution of astrophysical systems, particularly in star and planet formation.