The School of Chemistry at the University of Leicester combines world-class scientific research with an environment of inclusivity and excellence in Chemistry teaching and learning. We have state-of-the-art facilities, and have reputation as a friendly and supportive school.We offer PhD supervision in Chemistry in areas compatible with the research interests of our academic staff including:Analytical ChemistryChemical BiologyMaterials and InterfacesSustainable Synthesis and CatalysisTo be awarded the degree of Master of Philosophy, the research student must satisfy the examiners by means of a thesis which demonstrates a satisfactory record of research, a broad knowledge and understanding of the field of study and associated research techniques, and shows that these have been successfully applied. The thesis must present evidence of a critical survey of knowledge in the discipline but does not need to make a distinct and original contribution to knowledge of their discipline or to be of publishable quality. For research students registered for the degree of MPhil and who will submit a practice-based thesis, both the critical/reflective component and the practice component of the thesis must form a coherent whole which meets the requirements for the award of the degree.