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Chemical Engineering (PhD)

University of Cambridge

Cambridge, England, United Kingdom•QS 2027 #6

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University of Cambridge offers Chemical Engineering (PhD), a doctorate in Chemistry programme in Cambridge, United Kingdom. Tuition for international students is GBP 42,546 per year (GBP 11,208 per year for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Doctorate
Field: Chemistry
Local tuition: GBP 11,208 / year
International tuition: GBP 42,546 / year

Last checked September 2026 · Source: postgraduate.study.cam.ac.uk ·

Program details

Overview

This research-focused doctorate covers activities from fundamental biology through to traditional chemical-engineering fields. Individual research direction is determined by the project a student takes on within the department.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Not yet summarised here; see the official programme page.

Application Details

Start Date: 1 October 2027 (Michaelmas 2027) or 5 January 2028 (Lent 2028)
Application Deadline: 13 May 2027 for Michaelmas 2027 entry; 29 July 2027 for Lent 2028 entry

About University of Cambridge

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Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1209
Students: 22,565
QS rank: #6
Programs: 388
Location: Cambridge, England, United Kingdom
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Chemical Engineering (PhD) award?

University of Cambridge awards a Doctorate in the field of Chemistry on completion of this programme.

How much does Chemical Engineering (PhD) cost?

Tuition for international students is GBP 42,546 per year (GBP 11,208 per year for local students).

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