PhD Chemistry
University of Strathclyde
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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John Anderson Campus

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Full Time

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Start date

OCT-25

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3 Years

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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John Anderson Campus

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Start date

OCT-25

Duration

3 Years

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You can study an MPhil over the course of one year or a PhD over the course of three or four years.These degrees are available for study within any of our research groups:Bionanotechnology & analytical chemistryCatalysis & synthesisChemical biology & medicinal chemistryMaterials & computationalForensic scienceCareers : The University Careers Service can help you with everything from writing your CV to interview preparation.

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WUSCA ranking:
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13/101
CUG Subject Ranking
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11th
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32nd
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Nina
03 Dec 24

Great location and teaching, union is good but too expensive and doesn’t live up to the John street..Read more

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Rhys
24 Nov 24

Student support and staff have always been extremely helpful with any issues. Lecturers have always been enthusiastic and passionate about teaching. Facilities such as lecture..Read more

Entry requirements

For PhD or MPhil, you will need a first-class or upper second-class UK Honours degree, or overseas equivalent, from a recognised academic institution.

If English isn't your first language, you'll also need to have a recent UKVI-recognised Secure English Language Test (SELT) qualification.

Tuition fees

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£4,786 per year

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Students from Domestic

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The mentioned fee is for 2024/25 entry; There may be a slight increase in 2025/26 entry

£4,786 per year

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Students from England

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£4,786 per year

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Students from Scotland

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£4,786 per year

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Students from Wales

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£4,786 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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£25,250 per year

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Students from EU

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£25,250 per year

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Students from International

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Nina
03 Dec 24
Great location and teaching, union is good but too expensive and doesn’t live up to the John street...
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Rhys
24 Nov 24
PhD Chemistry
Student support and staff have always been extremely helpful with any issues. Lecturers have always been enthusiastic and passionate about teaching. Facilities such as lecture...
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University of Strathclyde
University of Strathclyde , Glasgow

The University of Strathclyde is a leading international technological university which offers a diverse range of postgraduate...

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University of Strathclyde
16 Richmond Street Glasgow G1 1XQ United Kingdom
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