
Overview
The Department of Chemical Engineering at University of Bath is a multidisciplinary centre focusing on research into future sustainable materials and technologies.
We are funded by research councils, the Department for Trade and Industry, the Royal Academy of Engineering, the British Council, the EU, government research agencies and industry.
Learning outcomes
Chemical engineering research is crucial and supports development and production of new materials, fuels, drugs, consumer products, health care products, foods and beverages, electronic components, medical implants, and more.
As the number and complexity of chemical, biochemical and biological materials used in consumer products and supporting technologies increases, this research will play an increasingly vital role in the development of modern societies across the world.
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
- The MPhil and PhD programmes combine taught research training and applied research practice.
- Candidates join the Department as a member of the Research Centre in which they initially have a broad research interest and that will have overseen their acceptance into the Department.
- Candidates are expected to carry out supervised research at the leading edge of their chosen subject, which must then be written up as a substantial thesis.
- Most research students who ‘do a PhD’ register in the first instance as probationer for the programme of PhD. Confirmation of PhD registration is subject to your passing an assessment process, which normally involves submission of written work and an oral examination.
- The final stage of the PhD programme is the oral or viva voce examination, in which students are required to defend the thesis to a Board of Examiners.
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Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
- Part-time
- 36 months
- Flexible
Start dates & application deadlines
You can apply at any time, but International applications must be made at least five months before your intended start date and Home/EU at least three months before your intended start date.
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Disciplines
Chemical Engineering Chemistry General Engineering & Technology View 84 other PhDs in General Engineering & Technology in United KingdomExplore more key information
Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- First or good second class honours degree (or equivalent) in an appropriate subject.
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Visit official programme websiteTuition Fee
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International
19800 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 19800 GBP per year during 24 months. -
EU/EEA
4400 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 4400 GBP per year during 24 months.
Living costs for Bath
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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