PhD Chemical Engineering at Queen's University Belfast

Programme overview

Research degree in Chemical Engineering in the School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, studied full-time or part-time under a supervisory team appointed by the University. The School promotes sustainable processes and materials for future energy and healthcare demands, with more than £15m invested in catalysis, biological and medicinal chemistry, and materials research.

Department: School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering | Duration: 3 years full-time (thesis submission), or part-time equivalent | Intake: 2027/28 academic year | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Location: Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Research areas include catalysis, innovative molecular and functional materials, ionic liquid technology (non-vapour 'super solvents' used as alternatives to conventional solvents) and synthesis and biological organic chemistry. Students complete a thesis supervised by a team appointed by the University.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Normally an Upper Second Class Honours degree from a UK or ROI higher education provider, or an equivalent qualification acceptable to the University. International applicants whose first language is not English: IELTS 6.0 with no component below 5.5 (taken within the last two years), or an equivalent qualification; UK visa English requirements also apply.

International applicants: GBP 28,900 a year. International and EU Other annual tuition as listed for 2027/28 entry. Home (NI, ROI, GB) fees listed as TBC. Bench fees may apply on top and are set per project. Source

Intake: October 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time (thesis submission), or part-time equivalent

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