Course summary
This is a Distance Learning PhD. The content of this PhD is identical to the on-campus offering, with the exception of being provided mostly online with some presence on campus if/when required. This course enables people who are doing research in industry and other settings to study towards a PhD degree. In order to be considered for the course, evidence of access to research facilities required to undertake the research programme must be provided. A multipartite agreement between the Host Organisation, Student and Swansea University will be necessary prior to enrolment. Chemistry research is thriving at Swansea University. Spanning a wide range of fields, it is set to multiply at a rapid pace over the next three years. Our research groups are currently focused on four themes: Energy Health New and advanced molecules and materials Water and the environment These initiatives transcend traditional discipline boundaries and integrate core areas of organic, inorganic, physical and analytical chemistries while intersecting with engineering, medicine, and other scientific disciplines. The Chemistry Department at Swansea has a purpose-built, state-of-the-art Chemistry Hub containing modern teaching laboratories, research space and access to a diverse line of research infrastructures. High-quality, high-impact chemistry research is already taking place in world-class centres at Swansea. These include: The Centre for NanoHealth The Institute of Mass Spectrometry The Institute of Life Sciences The Energy Safety Research Institute Multidisciplinary Nanotechnology Centre The Centre for Water Advanced Technologies and Environmental Research The Materials Research Centre Integrating the Chemistry Department with Engineering, the Medical School and other Science departments help us to cultivate an environment of research excellence. This environment allows you to conceptualise, innovate and develop products in a way suited to research in the 21st century. You will be equipped to generate disruptive step-change advances with a tangible impact on urgent global challenges. Visit our website for more information on fees, scholarships, postgraduate loans and other funding options to study at Swansea University.
Entry requirements
Chemistry are keen to invite applications from well-qualified candidates whose research interest focusses around the themes of Energy, Health, New & Advanced Molecules & Materials, and Water & the Environment. Qualifications: MSc by Research: Applicants for MSc by Research must normally hold an undergraduate degree in chemistry or a related subject at 2.1 level (or Non-UK equivalent as defined by Swansea University). MPhil: Applicants for MPhil must normally hold an undergraduate degree in chemistry or a related subject at 2.1 level (or Non-UK equivalent as defined by Swansea University). PhD: Applicants for PhD must normally hold an undergraduate degree at 2.1 level in chemistry or a related subject, or a master’s degree with a minimum overall grade at ‘Merit’ in chemistry or a related subject (or Non-UK equivalent as defined by Swansea University). IELTS 6.0 Overall (with no individual component below 5.5) or Swansea University recognised equivalent. As well as academic qualifications, Admissions decisions may be based on other factors, including (but not limited to): the standard of the research synopsis/proposal, performance at interview, intensity of competition for limited places, and relevant professional experience.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £4786 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £4786 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £4786 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £4786 | Year 1 |
| EU | £23250 | Year 1 |
| International | £23250 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
Swansea University
Singleton Park
Swansea
SA2 8PP