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PostgraduateDoctor of Philosophy

Chemistry

Newcastle University
Newcastle upon Tyne, England
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3 yearsDuration
£31,900Per Year (Intl)
£5,238Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Offered by Newcastle University, the PhD Chemistry provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in sport and exercise science. Based in Newcastle upon Tyne, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 3-year full-time and part-time structure. The School of Natural and Environmental Sciences is a vibrant centre of research in chemistry. We have an international reputation in a wide range of fields from catalysis to anticancer drug design and molecular photonics to nanotechnology. Research in the School of Chemistry is organised into the following groups: Medicinal Chemistry and Chemical Biology: Our strength in medicinal chemistry is evident through our track record of successful research. A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 85% student satisfaction rating, a 95% continuation rate, and 90% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Advanced Organic Synthesis and Catalysis
Medicinal Chemistry and Drug Discovery
Nanomaterials Characterisation and Properties
Photonic Systems and Photochemistry
Chemical Structure and Reaction Dynamics
Computational Chemistry and Molecular Modelling
Spectroscopic Techniques and Analysis
Research Methods and Scientific Communication
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate RequirementEntry requirements The entrance requirements below apply to 2026 entry. Academic entry requirementsMPhil A 2:2 BSc honours degree, or international equivalent, in a related subject.PhD A 2:1 MChem, or international equivalent, in chemistry or a related subject. We will also consider applicants on an individual basis with BSc qualifications if they have additional relevant experience. Qualifications from outside the UK Select your country AfghanistanAlbaniaAlgeriaAntigua and BarbudaArgentinaArmen

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£31,900

per year

Total Course Cost (36 months)£95,700

Home Student Fee

£5,238

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

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Graduate Outcomes

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💼 Employment Breakdown

85%Working
5%Studying
10%Work & Study
70%Professional Jobs
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About Newcastle University

Newcastle University offers Chemistry as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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