Overview

This Chemistry programme offered by Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona enables the development of original research that contributes to both scientific understanding and the transfer of knowledge to society and production sectors.

Key Facts

The academic environment integrates interdisciplinary research covering core areas of modern chemistry, including energy, new materials, catalysis, and electronic applications. Candidates benefit from collaboration with research centres and specialised institutes, engaging in both basic and applied research that addresses current scientific and technological challenges.

Each candidate is assigned a thesis director responsible for guiding the research project, ensuring its originality, coherence, and alignment with established research lines. Supervision includes advising on experimental and analytical methods, monitoring progress, facilitating access to research infrastructures, and supporting thesis preparation and completion for both academic and industrial career paths.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Applied Chemometrics
Bioorganic and Bioinorganic Synthesis
Computational Chemistry and Biochemical Systems
Electrochemistry and Green Chemistry
Functional Materials and Organic Reactivity
Inorganic Materials and Catalysis
Nanochemistry and Nanomaterials

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

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More details

Pre-admission period deadlines: February 28, March 21, May 30, July 31, October 15, November 28

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Barcelona, Spain

Disciplines

Chemistry View 3 other PhDs in Chemistry in Spain

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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.

Other requirements

General requirements

Academic record and relevance of previous studies in chemistry evaluated (70%)
Research experience (grants, publications, conferences, research projects) assessed (30%)
Up to 15–30 ECTS of supplementary training may be required if prior studies lack research credits or are not in chemistry
Supplementary courses must be completed in the first year and cover chemical fundamentals and research skills

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

763 EUR / year

≈ 763 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

763 EUR / year

≈ 763 EUR / year

Additional Details

If your access qualification for the PhD is from within Spain the price is €545.

Living costs

Barcelona

Spain

770 - 1360 EUR / month

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

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