PhD Chemical Engineering
Course overview
The Brunel University London Chemical Engineering PhD programme provides opportunities for extensive study aimed at solving important global problems in the 21st century. On this course, study topics cover many subjects, including energy systems, making processes digital, creating sustainable industrial systems, food systems, bioprocessing, and battery technologies.
This programme allows students to join one of the university's existing study projects or come up with and suggest their unique study idea. A PhD study mainly involves working independently on research, usually lasting three years for full-time students or up to six years for those studying part-time.
During the programme, students carry out in-depth research, with help from experienced university guides. This work includes writing a detailed study plan, doing experiments or computer modelling, carefully looking at information, and then writing a full dissertation. The degree is given based on the final written work and a viva voce, which is an oral test about the research.
Entry requirements
Applicants need to provide a personal statement and a reference from either a teacher or an employer. Students also have the option to include their CVs to show their work history. They also need to provide a clear and full research statement, which outlines the proposed PhD topic.
An interview will be part of the admission process. This interview will be done by at least two university staff members and can happen online using tools like MS Teams or Zoom, or in person.
Grade Requirements:
- To be considered for this course, you need to have a First or Upper Second Class Honours degree (equal to a 1st or 2:1). An equivalent international qualification is also accepted.
- For the PhD in Chemical Engineering, the previous degree (first degree or master's) should ideally be in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Chemistry, or a similar science or engineering subject.
English Proficiency:
- Applicants whose first language is not English need to have an overall IELTS score of 6.5, with a minimum of 6.0 in each part of the test.
- Other English test scores, such as PTE and TOEFL, are also accepted by the university.
Career opportunities
- Graduates move into jobs such as:
- Research Scientist
- Process Development Engineer
- Senior Chemical Engineer
- Academic Researcher/Teacher
- Chemical Engineering Consultant
- Materials Scientist
Cost of study
International students pay £24,795 per year as full-time tuition fees for the PhD Chemical Engineering at Brunel University London.
Admission
Applications for this course can be made directly through the university's online application system. Our trained advisors are ready to help you with this process.
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