PhD in Chemistry

Class Profile

Class Size

25

Average Age

28

Average Work Experience

2 Years

Diversity

North America:

5%

Africa:

2%

Others:

6%

UK:

60%

Asia:

10%

South America:

2%

EU:

15%

Career Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation

$1,10,000 / year

Top recruiters

PwC

Google

Australian Medical Association

National Health and Medical Research Council

World Health Organization

Microsoft

Abbott Laboratories

Dow Chemical

Mitsubishi Chemical

Air Products and Chemicals

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

$33,000 / year

Overall Cost

$50,300 / year

FAQs

• Can applicants propose their own research projects?
  
  Yes, applicants can either apply to advertised projects or develop their own proposal in collaboration with a prospective supervisor.
• Is funding available for PhD students at UCL?
  
  Yes, UCL offers funding through university scholarships, UKRI studentships, departmental projects, and external sponsors. Some positions are fully funded; others may require self-funding or partial support.
• What is the typical duration of the PhD program?
  
  The PhD usually takes 3 to 4 years of full-time study, or 5 to 7 years part-time.
• What are the entry requirements for the PhD program?
  
  Applicants typically need a first-class or upper second-class UK Honours degree (or international equivalent) in chemistry or a closely related field. A master’s degree is desirable but not always required.
• What research areas are offered in the PhD Chemistry program at UCL?
  
  UCL offers research in inorganic, organic, physical, materials, theoretical and computational chemistry, chemical biology, and nanotechnology, often with interdisciplinary collaborations.