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Biochemical Engineering (Research)
- Study level:
- Postgraduate
- Awarded by:
- Swansea University (Prifysgol Abertawe)
Course summary
Start dates: PhD/MPhil - 1st October, 1st January, 1st April & 1st July.
From authoring definitive text books on chemical engineering to finding solutions to the world's water shortages, Swansea University has a proud tradition delivering pioneering innovative process engineering solutions.
Our wide range of research in chemical engineering includes:
Advanced Oxidation Processes (AOPs)
Biochemical engineering
Biomanufacturing
Bioengineering, biomedical engineering
Carbon nanotechnology
Cell and tissue engineering
Colloid science and engineering
Desalination
Emerging Contaminants in Water
Engineering applications of nanotechnology
Gas/liquid reactors
Membrane separation
Pharmaceutical engineering
Polymer engineering
Rheology
Separation processes
Transport processes
Water and wastewater engineering
The PhD or MPhil Chemical Engineering at Swansea University provides an opportunity to work with a member of academic staff in one of the above, or related, area of research.
As we have a wide range of research in chemical engineering, Swansea University provides an excellent base for your research as a PhD or MPhil student in Chemical Engineering.
Visit our website for more information on fees, scholarships, postgraduate loans and other funding options to study at Swansea University.
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Entry requirements
A first or a second class honours degree in Chemical or Biochemical Engineering, or a related discipline, such as chemistry, biochemistry, physics, or other engineering discipline. Applicants whose first language is not English require IELTS 6.5 (with a minimum 5.5 in each component) or Swansea University recognised equivalent.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £4800 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £4800 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £4800 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £4800 | Year 1 |
| EU | £23100 | Year 1 |
| International | £23100 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
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Swansea University Postgraduate
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Phone:+44 (0)1792 295358
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