Overview
Features
- Doctoral Chemical Engineering degrees at University of Cape Town are always full-time research programmes, and can be taken in any of the departmental research interest areas.
Programme Structure
Research
- Bioprocess engineering
- Catalysis
- Minerals processing
- Hydrometallurgy
- Environmental engineering
- Crystallization and precipitation
- Chemical engineering education
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Students can apply to the PhDs throughout the year.
Language
Delivered
Disciplines
Chemical Engineering View 6 other PhDs in Chemical Engineering in South AfricaWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Student insurance
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- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Graduates with a BSc(Eng) or BSc(Hons) degree in Chemical Engineering or allied disciplines may apply. It is also possible to undertake postgraduate studies with a three-year degree or BTech under certain conditions and accompanied by appropriate coursework.
- Prospective postgraduate students first need to find a supervisor in the department before they complete the application forms.
Tuition Fee
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International
25680 ZAR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 25680 ZAR per year during 24 months. -
National
25680 ZAR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 25680 ZAR per year during 24 months.
Living costs for Cape Town
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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Available Scholarships
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