About the course

Our EaStCHEM Joint Research School was formed by the Universities of Edinburgh and St Andrews in 2004 to combine the research activities of two of Scotland’s leading schools of chemistry. EaStCHEM now provides the largest chemistry research unit in the UK.

　　The School of Chemistry actively supports and guides its students in their career aspirations. A Chemistry-based research degree from Edinburgh gives you an excellent qualification for a wide career choice within science, industry, commerce and many more areas.

　　The valuable skillset of our Chemistry graduates is in demand from employers. At the end of your studies, you will have developed excellent analytical and practical skills, as well as problem solving, presentation and communication skills that will have you prepared to continue towards a PhD degree or for a career outside academia. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Semester 2 (January), 2024	Edinburgh
May, 2024	Edinburgh
Semester 1 (September), 2024	Edinburgh
Semester 2 (January), 2025	Edinburgh
Semester 1 (September), 2025	Edinburgh
Semester 2 (January), 2026	Edinburgh
Semester 1 (September), 2026	Edinburgh
Semester 2 (January), 2027	Edinburgh

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Edinburgh

In general, any research area in the School of Chemistry will require you to have a degree in a related field. We may consider your application if your background is not directly related to chemistry, contact your potential supervisor for advice. PhD: A UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in chemistry or a related field. MSc Research: A UK 2:2 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in chemistry or a related field. If you successfully complete the MSc Research programme, you may be eligible for the PhD programme.IELTS Academic: total 6.5 with at least 6.0 in each component

　　TOEFL-iBT: total 92 with at least 20 in each section

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 92.0

　　

Application deadline:

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　　THE World ranking12th / 130

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