PhD Chemical Engineering
Course overview
The PhD in Chemical Engineering at Swansea University is a research-focused degree for students who want to make important contributions to chemical engineering. The programme can be studied full-time or part-time, giving students flexibility to fit their studies around other commitments.
Students carry out advanced research in different areas. These include Process Systems Engineering, Catalysis and Reaction Engineering, Energy and Environmental Engineering, Materials and Nanotechnology Bioprocessing and Pharmaceutical Engineering.
PhD students have access to modern laboratories and equipment at the university campus. The programme also encourages working with experts from different fields, helping students solve complex engineering problems.
Entry requirements
To apply, you should prepare a detailed research proposal, academic transcripts and certificates. Applicants must also provide two academic or professional references supporting their research potential.
Grade Requirements:
- Applicants are expected to hold a minimum of a 2:1 undergraduate degree in chemical engineering or a closely related discipline.
- A master’s degree with a minimum overall grade of ‘Merit’ in chemical engineering or a related subject.
- Equivalent international qualifications are accepted—contact the university for specifics.
English Proficiency:
- If English is not the applicant's first language, an overall IELTS score of 6.0 with no individual component below 5.5.
- An equivalent qualification is accepted.
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships
International Excellence Scholarships
Scholarships are awarded as a discount on tuition fees worth up to £5,000 in the first year of study, with a further £2,000 awarded in Year 2 (for £5,000 awardees only, subject to achieving a 70% average).
International Postgraduate Alumni Bursaries
First Class - £5,000 per year; Second Class, First division - £3,000 per year; Second Class, Second division - £1,000 per year; Taught Masters to Research Degree - £3,000 per year subject to satisfactory progress.
Swansea University International Postgraduate Research Excellence Scholarship (SUIPRES)
The SUIPRES Scholarship covers the difference between the International and the Home tuition fee rate for the duration of the PhD/Professional Doctorate programme.
Swansea University Sport Scholarship
Financial support (of up to £2000).
Thrive Bursary
The Thrive bursary is a £4,000 reduction in tuition fees for the first year of study, with a progression bursary of £2,000 in subsequent years (applied as a discount off tuition fees).
Up to £4,000
Career opportunities
Graduates of the PhD in Chemical Engineering from Swansea University are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, and research institutions. They may become:
- Academic Researchers or Lecturers
- Process Development Engineers
- R&D Managers in Chemical or Pharmaceutical Industries
- Consultants in the environmental or energy sectors
- Policy advisors in science and technology
Cost of study
The tuition fees for the PhD in Chemical Engineering are £23,800 per year for international students. Fees are subject to annual increases.
Admission
Applications for the PhD in Chemical Engineering at Swansea University can be submitted through the university's online application portal. For guidance on the application process, kindly reach out to one of our trained counsellors.
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