Overview

Sustainability is the driver for the research we do. Our academics and researchers improve chemical, biochemical, materials, pharmaceutical, water and waste treatment processes and products.

Most students complete this Chemical Engineering degree at University of Bath in 4 years. You cannot take less than 2 years to finish your research and the maximum time you are allowed is normally 4 years.

Professional Development

Professional development is a crucial element of doctoral study, not only in supporting your research but also as part of your longer term career development. Our DoctoralSkills workshops and courses will help you build your skills and help you succeed in your doctorate.

Programme Structure

This research sits under our key research centres:

Centre for Bioengineering & Biomedical Technologies

Centre Digital, Manufacturing & Design (DMADE)

Centre for Integrated Materials, Processes & Structures (IMPS)

Centre for Regenerative Design & Engineering for a Net-Positive World (RENEW)

Centre for Sustainable Energy Systems (SES)

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-07-31 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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PTE Academic

62

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IELTS

6.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bath, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Chemical Engineering View 25 other PhDs in Chemical Engineering in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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90

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62

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

First or 2:1 honours degree (or equivalent) in an appropriate subject.
Two references are required. At least one of these should be an academic reference from the most recent place of study.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

30450 GBP / year

≈ 30450 GBP / year

Living costs

Bath

United Kingdom

808 - 1228 GBP / month

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