Overview

Research

Our strategy at Durham University is to encourage world-leading research, discovery and innovation through the generation of fundamental knowledge in a sustainable research-led environment.

Research in the Chemistry Department is centred on challenges that are truly global with the potential to generate significant economic and social impact. To support these research challenges researchers with common interests and complementary skills are clustered together in different Research Groupings.

Programme Structure

Research groups include:

Bioactive Chemistry and Synthesis
Catalysis and Sustainable Chemical Processes
Computational and Dynamics
Functional Molecules and Materials
Physical Organic and Assembly
Soft Matter and Interfaces

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-10-07 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

More details

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Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

92

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Chemistry View 72 other PhDs in Chemistry in United Kingdom

Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

92

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Other requirements

General requirements

You’ll usually need at least a 2:1 honours degree or its equivalent
Transcripts of your qualifications  
English language test certificates if taken
Personal statement
Two satisfactory references
Scholarship documentation (if applicable) 
Research proposal

Tuition Fee

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International

24500 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 24500 GBP per year during 36 months.

Living costs for Durham

660 - 1140 GBP /month

Living costs

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

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Scholarships Information

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