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PhD of Formulation Engineering with Integrated Studies
- Birmingham, United Kingdom
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- PhD
About the program
Doctor of Philosophy in Formulation Engineering with Integrated Studies is a four-year full-time research degree at the University's Edgbaston campus.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (3): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop independent research expertise in Formulation Engineering with Integrated Studies. Design and conduct original investigations
- Critically assess evidence
- and communicate defensible scholarly findings.
Career outcomes
- Careers in any discipline (transferable research skills)
Curriculum
- Four-year supervised full-time research degree in Formulation Engineering with Integrated Studies
- Centred on an independent project written up as a thesis. The first stage typically includes a literature review and research training. Taught modules form part of the programme. The thesis is defended in an oral (viva voce) examination. Students work with academic supervisors and take part in the research community.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Course page entry requirement: Honours degree in Chemical Engineering
- Biological or Physical Sciences
- or Mathematics. International applicants use country-specific equivalents listed on the course page and must show English proficiency.
Accepted academic background
Good honours degree and/or master's degree in a relevant subject, Research proposal and supervisor for self-funded projects.
Documents you’ll need
- Degree Certificates
- Academic Transcripts
- Personal Statement
- Research Proposal
- Academic References
- English Proficiency Results if required.
How to apply
- Review the research degree entry requirements and identify a suitable supervisor where necessary. Prepare transcripts
- Qualifications
- A research proposal and supporting evidence requested for your subject. Submit the research application and respond to any follow-up requests. Accept an offer and complete immigration arrangements if needed.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £30,780 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | £50 GBP |
| Deposit | £41,607 GBP |
Program details
| Campus | Birmingham |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Engineering and Physical Sciences |
| Department | Chemical Engineering |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 480 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 3 |
| Scholarship note | Scholarship opportunities may be available to eligible students, Availability and award criteria should be confirmed with the university. |
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 4 years.
Tuition is £30,780 GBP per year. The application fee is £50 GBP. The deposit is £41,607 GBP. The estimated living cost is £10,683 GBP.

