PhD Materials Chemistry at University of Manchester

Programme overview

From molecular design to materials that address global challenges. Materials chemistry research explores how atomic, molecular and supramolecular structure determines materials properties, spanning organic and polymeric materials, 2D materials, and nanoporous materials including MOFs and COFs. As a postgraduate researcher in this Department of Chemistry research theme, you'll work to develop materials and technologies for electronics and optoelectronics, printed electronics and sensors, quantum technologies and nanofabrication, sustainable biomaterials, catalysis and energy storage, and the...

What you will study

The Department of Chemistry offers research opportunities and projects in a wide range of research themes including biological chemistry and organic synthesis, computational and theoretical chemistry, materials chemistry, magnetic resonance and structural chemistry, radiochemistry and environmental chemistry, nanoscience, biochemistry, bioinformatics, biotechnology, genetics, gene expression, molecular biology, microbiology, structural biology, neuroscience, pharmacology, toxicology and biomolecular sciences.

Career pathways

The programmes we offer place our graduates in the best position to enhance their career prospects. Many of our Masters students progress to PhD study.

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Application information

Entry requirements

The standard academic entry requirement for this PhD is an upper second-class (2:1) honours degree in a discipline directly relevant to the PhD (or international equivalent) OR any upper-second class (2:1) honours degree and a Master’s degree at merit in a discipline directly relevant to the PhD (or international equivalent). Other combinations of qualifications and research or work experience may also be considered. English language: IELTS 6.5 overall with a minimum of 6 in writing and listening, and 5.5. in all other sub-tests. Interview: An interview is required for entry to this programme of study.

Domestic applicants: GBP 8,100 a year (2027/28). PhD (full-time); Band B fee band Source

International applicants: GBP 31,400 a year (2027/28). PhD (full-time); Band A fee band Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 - 4 Years FT or PT equivalent

Apply through the official page: https://www.se.manchester.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-research/getting-started/applying/

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