Key information
- Duration: Full-time, 36 months
- Start dates: Starting September 2026, January 2027, April 2027. Apply anytime.
- Language: English
- Delivered: On Campus
- Campus Location: London, United Kingdom
- Disciplines: Chemistry
There is no fixed closing date for applications, but decisions on applications will be made as quickly as possible.
Overview
At Queen Mary University of London, we are home to an active and multi-disciplinary research Chemistry programme.
Key facts
- Our research staff are engaged in a wide range of projects across the broad sweep of Chemical and Psychological sciences.
- The School of Physical and Chemical Sciences at QMUL is one of the UK’s elite research centres, according to the 2014 Research Excellence Framework (REF), the UK-wide assessment of university research.
Visit the programme website for more information
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- We have an online list of available PhD projects. Applicants are also encouraged to contact prospective supervisors to discuss potential PhD opportunities within their area of expertise.
- We advertise a number of funded PhD projects throughout the year.
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
- GPA: Upper Second Class
English requirements
- TOEFL iBT: 92
- PTE Academic: 71
- IELTS: 6.5
Other requirements
- A first or upper second-class honours degree in a relevant subject area. If your qualifications are not from a UK university, QMUL also considers recognised equivalent qualifications from accredited overseas institutions and equivalent professional qualifications.
- A masters qualification is desirable but not always essential.
- Relevant experience within the field may also be taken into account.
Make sure you meet all requirements
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International (non-residents): 54,998 AUD / year (approx. 28,850 GBP / year)
- Domestic (citizens or residents): 9,124 AUD / year (approx. 4,786 GBP / year)
Living costs
London, United Kingdom: 2,168-4,112 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

