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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
University of Birmingham
Full Time
Sep 2026
4 Year
Course overview In this course you develop novel solutions to the world's biggest challenges through research in Chemical Engineering. This course combines tailored taught modules with the independent research of a traditional PhD. You’ll cover a rich spectrum of research areas, paving the way for numerous opportunities inside and outside academia. What makes Chemical Engineering PhD with Integrated Study at Birmingham different? Combine taught modules in chemical and bioprocess engineering with the full research training of a PhD. Working with the support of your supervisor, you'll individually tailor your module choices to support your interests and previous academic experience. With research specialisms in Formulation, Energy and Healthcare Technologies, you'll carry out novel and challenging research in one of the three largest centres for the postgraduate education of chemical engineers in the UK. One of the UK's largest Chemical Engineering research departments Join a school with a well-established tradition of wide-ranging experimental laboratory research Research in rapidly expanding areas such as pharmaceuticals and bioproducts, food processing, and energy Gain the full range of PhD skills, under the guidance of active researchers Tailor your module pathway to your academic interests and experience
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