PhD Chemical and Process Engineering Research
Course overview
The PhD Chemical and Process Engineering Research at the University of Surrey offers you the chance to investigate a wide range of topics, from fuel cell systems, biorefining, and reverse osmosis to positron emission particle tracking. The School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering provides a friendly and supportive environment for this high-level research.
You will have access to expertise and facilities across the University, as well as externally when needed, to support your projects. The University has particular strengths in areas like membrane filtration and ultrasound processing. Key members of staff have extensive expertise and strong industry links, with projects actively looking into the implementation of water processing technology.
You will have a review with your supervisors every six months to discuss your progress, research direction, and any challenges you face. Depending on your specific project, you will work in labs, offices, and/or in external institutions if your research involves collaborations.
A PhD in Chemical and Process Engineering Research from the University of Surrey gives you the resources and guidance to conduct influential research with real-world applications.
Entry requirements
Grade Requirements:
- To apply for this course, you need a high score from your first university degree. You're expected to have a first-class degree or an upper second-class degree (a 2:1) in a relevant subject.
English Proficiency:
- For English, international students must show they are good at the language. You need an IELTS score of 6.5 overall. Also, you must score at least 6.0 in every part of the test (reading, writing, listening, and speaking).
Scholarships
Discounts for Surrey Graduates
As graduate of Surrey you may be eligible for a 20 per cent discount on our taught masters programme fees.
Up to 20% of feesEarly Payment Discount
The discount is awarded as a £2,000 fee waiver for eligible students in the first year of their studies.
Up to £2,000ICAEW Foundation Bursary
The ICAEW Foundation Bursary will be given as a one-off payment of £5,000 for one year of postgraduate study.
Up to £5,000International Alumni Discount for Medicine (Graduate Entry) BMBS
The discount of 20% only applies to the first year of the Medicine (Graduate Entry) BMBS programme.
Up to 20% of feesInternational Excellence Award (Postgraduate)
This prestigious £5,000 award recognises academic excellence and is awarded to selected students starting a masters degree at Surrey.
Up to £5,000International Excellence Award (Undergraduate)
The scholarship is awarded as a £5,000 fee waiver.
Up to £5,000ISTAT Foundation Scholarship Program
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Surrey MBA AI Pathfinders Scholarship
This is a partial scholarship that covers 10–50% of tuition fees, depending on the applicant’s profile and interview performance.
Surrey MBA Eastern Europe Bridge Scholarship
This is a partial scholarship that covers 10–50% of tuition fees, depending on the applicant’s profile and interview performance.
Surrey MBA Employer Partnership Scholarship
This scholarship allows the Surrey MBA to match employer contributions towards the tuition fee up to 40%.
Surrey MBA Enterprise Trailblazer Scholarship
This is a partial scholarship that covers 10–50% of tuition fees, depending on the applicant’s profile and interview performance.
Surrey MBA Service Stewardship Scholarship
This is a partial scholarship that covers 10–50% of tuition fees, depending on the applicant’s profile and interview performance.
Surrey MBA Women in Leadership
This is a partial scholarship that covers 10 – 50% of the tuition fee.
The Professor GQ Max Lu Global Scholarship
The total value of the award is £30,000 (£10,000 x 3 years).
Up to £30,000
Career opportunities
A PhD in Chemical and Process Engineering Research from the University of Surrey opens doors to exciting opportunities in careers such as:
- Process Engineer
- Environmental Engineer
- Energy Engineer
- Product Development Engineer
- Postdoctoral Researcher
- University Professor
Cost of study
The tuition fee to study a PhD in Chemical and Process Engineering Research at the University of Surrey is £27,200. Kindly note tuition fees are reviewed annually. Therefore, they are subject to change.
Admission
Applications for this course can be made online using the university's application platform. If you have any questions about this process, feel free to reach out to any of our counsellors at AHZ.
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