Master of Philosophy in Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology at University of Cambridge

Programme overview

The course's main aims are to give students relevant experience, the opportunity to carry out focused research in their discipline under close supervision, and the opportunity to acquire or develop skills and expertise relevant to their research interests. Please note, however, that the MPhil in Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology does not "convert" to a PhD. The course leads to a Master's degree only, and students wishing to pursue a PhD must reapply for admission as a PhD student.

Faculty: School of Technology | Department: Department of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology | Duration: 12 months full-time; 2 years part-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: October 2027, January 2028 | Location: Cambridge, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Students progress their research projects under academic supervision for one year, and at the conclusion of their studies, they are examined by thesis and oral examination.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants for this course should have achieved a High II.i Honours Degree. Please note that the Department has a higher minimum academic requirement than the University's standard. To be considered for admission and/or funding, applicants should have, or be expected to receive: A high II.i (or equivalent from an overseas institution) in their undergraduate degree; we would also expect consistently high marks throughout the degree. If a Master's degree has been completed or is being pursued, a final mark of similar level would be expected. English language: IELTS (Academic) 7.0 overall (Listening 7.0, Writing 7.0, Reading 6.5, Speaking 7.0). International applicants needing a visa require ATAS clearance after an offer.

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,208 a year (2027/28). University Composition Fee (tuition) for 2027 entry; maintenance/living costs excluded. Source

International applicants: GBP 42,546 a year (2027/28). University Composition Fee (tuition) for 2027 entry; maintenance/living costs excluded. Source

Intake: October 2027, January 2028

Duration: 12 months full-time; 2 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.postgraduate.study.cam.ac.uk/courses/directory/egcempceb/apply

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