Chemistry at Swansea University - UCAS

Swansea University

Degree level: Postgraduate
Awarded by: Swansea University (Prifysgol Abertawe)

Chemistry (Research)

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Course summary

Start dates: PhD/MPhil/MSc by Research - 1st October, 1st January, 1st April & 1st July. 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.
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Entry requirements

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). 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 £2356 Year 1
Northern Ireland £2356 Year 1
Scotland £2356 Year 1
Wales £2356 Year 1
EU £11050 Year 1
International £11050 Year 1

Additional fee information

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Chemistry at Swansea University - UCAS