PhD Chemistry (Distance Learning) at Swansea University

Programme overview

Distance learning PhD in Chemistry at Swansea University, studied on the Singleton Park Campus. Research groups focus on four themes: energy, health, new and advanced molecules and materials, and water and the environment.

Department: School of Engineering and Applied Sciences | Duration: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time | Intake: October, January | Study mode: online | Location: Swansea, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Research integrates organic, inorganic, physical and analytical chemistry with engineering, medicine and other sciences, using the purpose-built Chemistry Hub and research centres including the Centre for NanoHealth, the Institute of Mass Spectrometry, the Institute of Life Sciences, the Energy Safety Research Institute and the Materials Research Centre.

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Application information

Entry requirements

PhD: undergraduate degree at 2.1 level in chemistry or a related subject, or a master's degree with a minimum overall grade of Merit in chemistry or a related subject (or non-UK equivalent as defined by Swansea). English language for international applicants: IELTS 6.0 overall with no component below 5.5 (or Swansea-recognised equivalent). One reference is required before the application goes to the academic Admissions Tutor. Admissions decisions may also consider the standard of the research synopsis/proposal, performance at interview, competition for places and relevant professional experience. Non-UK applicants require ATAS clearance.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,238 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition fee for start dates in the stated academic year. Fee is the year 1 fee. Source

International applicants: GBP 25,150 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition fee for start dates in the stated academic year. Fee is the year 1 fee. Source

Intake: October, January

Duration: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time

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