
Overview
The Department of Chemistry is committed to providing excellence in teaching, research and in the training of PhD students. Our aim is to provide graduate students with every opportunity to enhance and develop their career, by providing good supervision, training in research methodology and associated professional skills; all of which will prepare them for their subsequent career.
There are three main educational elements to the chemistry structured Chemistry programme from Maynooth University , namely: (1) Research Work, (2) Education Courses in Chemistry and (3) Professional Training. Details of the Programme are provided in the Departmental Postgraduate Student Handbook (for Candidates Completing a PhD Degree in Chemistry) which is available through the Department.
Career Options
The knowledge gained through the study of chemistry opens many career pathways, including, but not limited to, chemistry, medicine, law, business, chemical physics, environmental science, and teaching.
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Innovation and Research Commercialisation
- Research Funding Application
- Professional Certificate in Postgraduate Teaching & Learning :
- Tutors & Demonstrators
- Professional Skills - Thesis Completion and Career Development
- Academic Writing Module
- Core Skills and Research Techniques in Chemistry
- Seminar Series in Chemistry
- Teaching Skills in Chemistry
- Thesis Plan
- Developing an Original Research Proposal in Chemistry
- Research Training Workshops in Chemistry
- Review of Research Papers
- Research Supervision Training
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Visit official programme websiteKey information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
- Part-time
- 72 months
- Flexible
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
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Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
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General requirements
- Candidates for a PhD degree will normally be expected to have a Second Class Honours Grade 1 primary degree in Chemistry, or a relevant discipline. Applicants must have a recognised primary degree which is considered equivalent to Irish university primary degree level.
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Visit official programme websiteTuition Fee
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International
15000 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 15000 EUR per year during 48 months. -
EU/EEA
6500 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 6500 EUR per year during 48 months.
Living costs for Maynooth
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.