Overview

Currently there are over 250 postgraduate and post-doctoral researchers, from many different countries, working with more than 60 academic staff on a wide range of research themes. Extensive collaborations with science-based industries and leading international academic centres ensure that research in Bristol remains at the frontier of science.

The School of Chemistry is housed in spacious, modern laboratories, which are well equipped with state-of-the-art facilities. There is a comprehensive graduate programme to ensure you have the opportunity to build a wide range of skills, both in chemistry and other transferable skills.

Careers

Many of our PhD graduates are successful in securing post-doctoral positions at universities in the UK and abroad. A PhD in Chemistry is valued in many employment sectors worldwide, including pharmaceutical sciences, polymers, coatings, agrochemicals, instrumentation manufacturers and management consultancy. Your skills will be in high demand from the chemical and allied industries, as well as the public sector.

The Chemistry programme is offered by University of Bristol .

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Programme Structure

Areas of research included:

Catalysis and Synthesis

Chemical and Synthetic Biology

Computational Chemistry, Theory and Dynamics

Environment and Energy

Functional Molecules and Materials

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months
Part-time
- 96 months
- Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

More details

Not fixed, unless determined by external funding bodies. We welcome applications at any time of the year.

Language

English

IELTS

6

TOEFL^® IBT

82

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Materials Science & Engineering Chemistry Natural Sciences View 33 other PhDs in Materials Science & Engineering in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

6

TOEFL^® IBT

82

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

A minimum of an upper second-class MSci/MChem honours degree in chemistry, or a relevant related discipline, or a postgraduate MSc or international equivalent. We may consider applicants with a lower second-class MSci/MChem honours degree, or a first or upper second-class BSc honours degree who can demonstrate good potential for research.

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Tuition Fee

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International

25300 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 25300 GBP per year during 48 months.
National

4665 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 4665 GBP per year during 48 months.

UK: part-time (two years)

£2,332 per year

Living costs for Bristol

750 - 1260 GBP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.