Overview

At Physical Chemistry study course from Brno University of Technology students are trained to formulate a scientific problem independently, propose hypotheses and procedures leading to its solving and attempt its confirmation on an experimental or theoretical level. Critical evaluation of published scientific information and the ability to communicate in English - both verbally and in written form, makes an integral part of the study.

Graduates with Physical Chemistry study course from Brno University of Technology will:

be able to formulate independently the scientific problem,

be able to design the hypothesis for the solution and to carry out experimental and theoretical work for its confirmation.

be capable of critical evaluation of published scientific informations and of presentation of experimental results in english language as well.

Programme Structure

Topics include:

Advanced materials for organic photonics
Carbonitride-based photocatalytic layers and their plasmochemical treatment
Non-equilibrium thermodynamics and the theory of chemical kinetics
Photocatalytic oxide semiconductor layers with hierarchical porosity
Study of plasma interaction with soil environment

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2023-09-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-08-31 00:00:00

More details

first admissions round deadline: May 26
second admissions round deadline: August 31

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Chemical Engineering Physics Chemistry View 5 other PhDs in Chemical Engineering in Czech Republic

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

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Other requirements

General requirements

The admission to the Faculty of Chemistry is conditioned by the completion of the Master's program in the same or a related field.

The basic prerequisites for the admission are: interest and aptitude for scientific work, knowledge of the English language and a very good study record achieved in the Master's program (grade point average of all passed examinations usually does not exceed 2.0).

CV including (i) a list of published works and information on the professional activities and results achieved by the applicant so far in addressing the issues related to the selected doctoral degree study topic, and (ii) where appropriate, other relevant supporting documents demonstrating his/her professional competence, such as referrals from persons with whom the applicant has been professionally in contact; and

letter of intent in which the applicant shall comment on the expected involvement in future scientific work and justify the choice of the topic.

Tuition Fee

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International

4000 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 4000 EUR per year during 48 months.
EU/EEA

4000 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 4000 EUR per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Brno

13555 - 21979 CZK /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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