Study PhD Chemistry at University of Birmingham in the UK, School of Chemistry
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PhD Chemistry

UK

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What will I learn?

Course overview Tackle current and future scientific challenges with research in Chemistry at Birmingham. You'll enter a high quality research environment that will provide you with the best starting point for your future career. You’ll receive an excellent research experience at Birmingham. While becoming an expert in your chosen research field, you'll develop a diverse range of skills to equip you for a research career in science. You'll also develop key transferable skills that will be invaluable for pursuing a career in any discipline. What makes a Chemistry PhD at Birmingham different? Make a real contribution to tackle challenges faced by chemists today. Join a thriving research department carrying out research across a range of chemical disciplines. You'll find your niche in a research-led school with a units in Molecular Synthesis and Biological Chemistry, Interactions, Interfaces and Sensing, Materials Chemistry. As a research-led School, which has received significant recent investment for research infrastructure, you'll work in a high quality research environment that provides its researchers with the best base for quality research. Carry out research in the Molecular Sciences Building, our brand-new extensive research facility Join fellow enterprising research workers committed to high-quality research standards Become an expert in your research field as you develop high-level academic and professional skills

Which department am I in?

School of Chemistry

Study options

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees
£29,310.00 (US$ 37,852) per year
The fees quoted are for one year only. For those studying courses that are longer than one year, tuition fees will also be payable in subsequent years of your programme. Paying your tuition fees

This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2026

Venue

University of Birmingham

Edgbaston Birmingham,

Birmingham,

West Midlands,

B15 2TT, Central England, United Kingdom

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees
£29,310.00 (US$ 37,852) per year
The fees quoted are for one year only. For those studying courses that are longer than one year, tuition fees will also be payable in subsequent years of your programme. Paying your tuition fees

This is a provisional fee yet to be approved

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2027

Venue

University of Birmingham

Edgbaston Birmingham,

Birmingham,

West Midlands,

B15 2TT, Central England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

You will need a 2:1 Honours degree in a relevant subject (e.g. Chemical/Biochemical Engineering or any Physical Sciences subject), or a first degree of a lower classification combined with an MSc or evidence of substantial relevant industrial experience.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About University of Birmingham

The university is known globally for its pioneering research – students benefit from trailblazing discoveries that impact international society.

  • One of the world’s top research-intensive universities
  • Based in Europe’s youngest city
  • Most targeted UK university by graduate employers
  • Plenty of dedicated international student support

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