Program Overview

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Introduction to the Chemistry Program

The Chemistry program at Cardiff University offers a thriving research culture with guidance from renowned researchers and access to state-of-the-art facilities. The program is ranked 12th in the UK for research impact by the Times Higher Education (THE) analysis of the 2021 Research Excellence Framework (REF).

Research Areas

The School of Chemistry has a strong research base in the following areas:

• Biological Chemistry
• Catalysis in the Cardiff Catalysis Institute
• Inorganic Chemistry
• Materials and Energy
• Medicinal Chemistry
• Organic Synthesis
• Physical Organic Chemistry
• Theoretical and Computational Chemistry

Program Structure

The program provides a range of research projects with external funding. Applicants are welcome to contact academics directly for an informal chat or further information. Applications should be made via the university's application service.

Key Facts

• Mode of study: Full-time, part-time
• Qualification: PhD, MPhil
• Full-time duration: PhD 3 years, MPhil 1 year
• Start dates: January, April, July, October

Career Prospects

Studying a PGR qualification in chemistry equips students with the skills and knowledge that can lead to career opportunities in a range of fields. The majority of students secure their next position within 0-3 months from passing their higher degree. Career paths include:

• Analytical Chemist
• Data Analyst
• Experimental Officer
• Finance Analyst
• Graduate Process Engineer
• Head of Mentoring / Programme Manager
• Head of Research and Development
• Laboratory Operator
• Medical Writer
• Partnership Manager
• Permitting Officer
• Radiopharmaceutical Production Technologist
• Research and Development Engineer
• Research Innovations Manager
• Research Software Engineer
• Senior Data Analyst
• Senior Materials Engineer
• Senior Polymer Chemist
• Tax Inspector
• Teacher

Funding

The university offers various funding opportunities, including PhD studentships and projects. Applicants are required to check the eligibility criteria for each funding opportunity.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees vary depending on the student's location. Students from the UK, EU, EEA, and Switzerland, as well as international students, can find the latest information on postgraduate fees.

Admission Criteria

Applicants are required to have a BSc 2.2 or above, or equivalent, in Chemistry or a related subject. English language requirements include an IELTS score of 6.5 with 5.5 in all subskills, or equivalent.

Graduate Experiences

Graduates of the program have gone on to secure successful careers in various fields. Examples include:

• Dr Kennedy Jones, who completed her PhD in nanoparticle catalysis and is now working as a Materials and Processes Engineer at Safran.
• Dr Owain Beynon, who completed his PhD in computational chemistry and is now a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at University College London.
• Sara Royo Miguel, who completed her PhD in biochemistry and is now a Postdoctoral Research Assistant at Cardiff University.