PhD in Chemistry

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Qualification

PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

Location

University of St Andrews

Study mode

Full Time

Start date

MAY-26

Duration

3 Years

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Course info

The School of Chemistry has a large, committed and talented postgraduate community and takes pride in the diversity of its research base. The postgraduate research courses offered by the School - PhD, MPhil and MSc by Research - provide you with the chance to work and research alongside some of the best scientists in their fields.PhD (Doctorate): a research-based degree, normally of three to four years duration. You will engage in a full-time research project and write a thesis of no more than ...Read more

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DATA SOURCE: IDP Connect

CUG Subject Ranking

CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2026

2nd

CUG Ranking

CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2026

4th

What students say

Student safety and community feel is very strong. Lots of history surrounding the university and the town is beautiful. To improve I would have better transport for student to..Read more

I think that St Andrews has done well during COVID but it has been difficult as I don’t know what I am missing. It has been somewhat difficult to engage but many professors have..Read more

Entry requirements

Postgraduate candidates will be expected to obtain a good first degree with Honours (at least 2.1) from a recognised UK university or equivalent.

Tuition fees

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£5,006 per year

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Students from Domestic

This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)

Accomodation (self-catered residences) - 7816 (Per Year)

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Latest reviews

Latest Chemistry reviews

Shaelyn

19 Jan 23

Chemistry

Student safety and community feel is very strong. Lots of history surrounding the university and the town is beautiful. To improve I would have better transport for student to...

Student Reviewer

25 May 21

Chemistry and Physics - MSci (Hons)

I think that St Andrews has done well during COVID but it has been difficult as I don’t know what I am missing. It has been somewhat difficult to engage but many professors have...

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