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Overview

We aim to provide a thriving research environment and advanced training in a broad range of areas relating to Materials Engineering, Green Process Engineering, Explosions and Fire Research and Energy related topics. Our work is supported via our collaborative research links and is funded by the EPSRC, The Royal Society, European Commission and industrial partners.

We're top 10 in the UK for both student satisfaction and research intensity in Chemical Engineering (Complete University Guide 2019).

Research areas

LSBU has a research centre relating to this field of study:

A member of staff, expert in the chosen field, is directly responsible for guiding and supporting your research programme. As a research student you'll become part of our thriving academic community.

Scholarship opportunities

LSBU PhD Scholarships

LSBU is a modern university with a mission to transform lives, communities, businesses and society through applied education and insight. We strive to influence the wider world and to positively impact on the society around us. LSBU’s PhD Scholarships are central to this vision.

LSBU is an inclusive and welcoming organisation, committed to eliminating discrimination based on age, race, religion/belief, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, caring status, and social class. This means that we work pro-actively to eliminate individual, institutional, and systemic inequalities. We believe that it is not enough just to eliminate discrimination but that we must speak out and act against inequalities wherever and whenever they occur.

LSBU’s PhD Scholarships fund UK domiciled and international students through three routes to undertake PhD research in Psychology; Sports and Exercise Sciences; Nursing, Health, and Social Care; Law; Social Sciences; Engineering; Built Environment and Architecture; Business; and the Arts and Creative Industries. The Scholarships provide an opportunity to work with leading researchers and receive advanced education, supervision, mentoring, civic engagement, networking opportunities and industry engagement.

Types of Scholarships

There are three types of Scholarships:

  1. International Scholarships, where we will pay students’ fees and a training and development allowance of £5000 over three years. We will award five of these scholarships.
  1. Home Student Scholarships are fully funded, meaning we will pay course fees, a stipend of £20,622 per year for three years, and a training and development allowance of £5000 over three years. We will award ten of these fellowships.
  1. Home Match-Funded Scholarships which are funded through a 50% contribution to course fees, stipend and £5000 training and development allowance from industry partners and the remaining 50% contribution from LSBU for three years. We will award three of these fellowships.

Duration of Scholarships

The Scholarships are full-time. It is expected that those awarded Scholarships will submit their thesis no later than three years from enrolment.

Starting dates

There are three entry points each year: January, April, and September.

Academic entry requirements

Applicants should have a minimum of an upper second class undergraduate degree, and ideally hold, or expect to achieve a merit or distinction in a master’s degree in a relevant subject from a UK university, or comparable qualifications from another recognised university. See your country page for guidance on entry requirements from different countries.

Current scholarships

CO2-Absorbing Cements for Civil and Energy Infrastructure Applications

About the Project

The project investigates innovative cements capable of absorbing CO2 as they form, for civil engineering and energy infrastructure applications, towards carbon neutrality zero net targets. Particular emphasis will be given to biological cements -biocements or enzymatic cements for underground applications which can include geotechnics, energy engineering but also concrete, linking to previous and ongoing research projects of the supervisory team members.

Academic entry requirements and eligibility

Applicants should have a minimum of an upper second class undergraduate degree, and ideally hold, or expect to achieve a merit or distinction in a master’s degree in a relevant subject from a UK university, or comparable qualifications from another recognised university. See: Your Country Page for guidance on entry requirements from different countries.

The applicants should be interested in multidisciplinary research, combining chemistry, microbiology, material analysis and behaviour with civil and energy engineering. They should have interest, and ideally experience in laboratory and field testing, as well as numerical modelling skills. Preferred candidates will have a background at post graduate level in ground engineering and will have experience with soil testing, and biocements. However other relevant qualifications and experience will also be considered.

Duration of Scholarship

Full Time. We are targetting a September 2024 Start. Those awarded scholarships must submit their thesis by three years from enrolment.

Supervision Team

The PhD student will be supervised by Prof Maria Mavroulidou, Dr Ivana Kraincanic, Dr Maria Centeno

Application

1.      To apply, please send your CV, personal statement, qualifications, and the names of 2 academic referees to Prof Maria Mavroulidou by email: mavroum@lsbu.ac.uk, by the 31 July 2024 deadline.

2.      Start date: September 2024

3.      Your application will be assessed by the lead supervisor and the supervisory team and a shortlist of candidates will be agreed.

4.      Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an online interview the first days of August (1-5 August) 2024. The interview will assess the following:

  • Knowledge and understanding of the research field, research methods and background pertinent to the project. Be prepared to contribute your views on proposed methods of the selected project.
  • Reasons and motivations for undertaking a research degree and passion for the research topic
  • Why you want to do a PhD at LSBU
  • Ability for completing a PhD within the agreed time.
  • Personal attributes such as creativity, confidence, tenacity, motivation, time management.
  • Training and development need to undertake and compete a PhD successfully
  • Additional needs necessary to complete the PhD successfully
  • Your future career plans
  • Other supporting information: recent publications if any or other research training and experience

5.      We will inform you of the outcome of your application within one week of your interview.

Mode Duration Start date Application code Application method
ModeFull-time Duration3 years Start dateJanuary; February; March; April; May; September; October; November Application code9040 Application method Direct to LSBU
ModePart-time Duration5 years Start dateJanuary; February; March; April; May; September; October; November Application code9046 Application method Direct to LSBU
ModeDistance learning Duration6 years Start dateJanuary; February; March; April; May; September; October; November Application code9058 Application method Direct to LSBU

Location

London South Bank University student union is located at 103 Borough Rd, London SE1 0AA.

If you are visiting our Southwark Campus, you may wish to use our downloadable campus map (PNG File 466 KB). For information on accessibility, see our DisabledGo access guides. See our location page for more details.

Entry Level Requirements

Want to start your course this September? call 0800 923 8888 for entry requirements.

Applicants for a Research Degree programme at LSBU are usually expected to have a good honours degree (2:1 and above) and a relevant postgraduate qualification, preferably a merit at Master's level. Please also supply two academic references as part of your application. You will also be required to show proof of all of your qualifications. If English is not your first language you will be required to prove your competency in English, showing an IELTS score of at least 7.0 at postgraduate level. You will be invited to an interview with your potential supervisor, in person or by telephone, prior to an offer being made.

Academic Technology Approval Scheme

If you are a non-EU/EEA national, you may need to apply to the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) for clearance from the Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) in order to study this course. ATAS certificate is a requirement for enrolment at the University, you will need one if you are an international student applying to study for a postgraduate qualification in the UK and it is now a requirement for every Visa application. Please note, an ATAS certificate is not needed for you to submit an application for a course at LSBU and to receive an offer.

You can find more information about whether you will require this via the FCO website and in our MyLSBU guide to the Academic Technology Approval Scheme.

The process for obtaining an ATAS certificate can take some time so it is important that you check whether you need one as early as possible so that you can make your application for the certificate to obtain it in good time. Failure to produce a valid ATAS certificate could result in delays to receiving your CAS or we may be unable to enrol you at the University.

The CAH code for this course is CAH10-01-09.

Valid ATAS for non-UK students that require a visa.

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Missing English and Maths qualifications?

If you do not have the required English and Maths qualifications needed to satisfy the entry requirements for this programme, we have courses available at our partner College that you can take to upskill in these areas. Find out more at South Bank College.

United Kingdom

£5010

Tuition fees for home students

International

£17600

Tuition fees for international students

Tuition fees are subject to annual inflationary increases. Find out more about tuition fees for Undergraduate or Postgraduate courses.

  • Part-time

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    PhD Chemical, Process and Energy Engineering (PT) - Year 1

    The fee shown is for entry 2025/26
    UK fee: £3006 International fee: £10560
    AOS/LSBU code: 9046 Session code: 1PS00
    Total course fee:

    * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
    UK: £16270
    International: £54040

    PhD Chemical, Process and Energy Engineering (DL) - Year 1

    The fee shown is for entry 2025/26
    UK fee: £5010 International fee: £5010
    AOS/LSBU code: 9058 Session code: 1DS00
    Total course fee:

    * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
    UK: £26290
    International: £26290

    PhD Chemical, Process and Energy Engineering (PT) - Year 1

    The fee shown is for entry 2024/25. If no fee shown or its blank. The fee for 2025/26 will be published shortly. Please visit again soon for the updated fee.
    UK fee: £2892 International fee: £10140
    AOS/LSBU code: 9046 Session code: 1PS10
    Total course fee:

    * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
    UK: £15650
    International: £51890

    PhD Chemical, Process and Energy Engineering (PT) - Year 1

    The fee shown is for entry 2024/25. If no fee shown or its blank. The fee for 2025/26 will be published shortly. Please visit again soon for the updated fee.
    UK fee: £2892 International fee: £10140
    AOS/LSBU code: 9046 Session code: 1PS20
    Total course fee:

    * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
    UK: £15650
    International: £51890

    PhD Chemical, Process and Energy Engineering (DL) - Year 1

    The fee shown is for entry 2024/25. If no fee shown or its blank. The fee for 2025/26 will be published shortly. Please visit again soon for the updated fee.
    UK fee: £4820 International fee: £4820
    AOS/LSBU code: 9058 Session code: 1DS10
    Total course fee:

    * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
    UK: £25290
    International: £25290

    PhD Chemical, Process and Energy Engineering (DL) - Year 1

    The fee shown is for entry 2024/25. If no fee shown or its blank. The fee for 2025/26 will be published shortly. Please visit again soon for the updated fee.
    UK fee: £4820 International fee: £4820
    AOS/LSBU code: 9058 Session code: 1DS20
    Total course fee:

    * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
    UK: £25290
    International: £25290

    PhD Chemical, Process and Energy Engineering (PT) - Year 2

    The fee shown is for entry 2025/26
    UK fee: £3006 International fee: £10560
    AOS/LSBU code: 9046 Session code: 2PS00
    Total course fee:

    * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
    UK: £16270
    International: £54040

    PhD Chemical, Process and Energy Engineering (DL) - Year 2

    The fee shown is for entry 2025/26
    UK fee: £5010 International fee: £5010
    AOS/LSBU code: 9058 Session code: 2DS00
    Total course fee:

    * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
    UK: £26290
    International: £26290

    PhD Chemical, Process and Energy Engineering (PT) - Year 2

    The fee shown is for entry 2024/25. If no fee shown or its blank. The fee for 2025/26 will be published shortly. Please visit again soon for the updated fee.
    UK fee: £2892 International fee: £10140
    AOS/LSBU code: 9046 Session code: 2PS10
    Total course fee:

    * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
    UK: £15650
    International: £51890

    PhD Chemical, Process and Energy Engineering (PT) - Year 2

    The fee shown is for entry 2024/25. If no fee shown or its blank. The fee for 2025/26 will be published shortly. Please visit again soon for the updated fee.
    UK fee: £2892 International fee: £10140
    AOS/LSBU code: 9046 Session code: 2PS20
    Total course fee:

    * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
    UK: £15650
    International: £51890

    PhD Chemical, Process and Energy Engineering (DL) - Year 2

    The fee shown is for entry 2024/25. If no fee shown or its blank. The fee for 2025/26 will be published shortly. Please visit again soon for the updated fee.
    UK fee: £4820 International fee: £4820
    AOS/LSBU code: 9058 Session code: 2DS10
    Total course fee:

    * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
    UK: £25290
    International: £25290

    PhD Chemical, Process and Energy Engineering (DL) - Year 2

    The fee shown is for entry 2024/25. If no fee shown or its blank. The fee for 2025/26 will be published shortly. Please visit again soon for the updated fee.
    UK fee: £4820 International fee: £4820
    AOS/LSBU code: 9058 Session code: 2DS20
    Total course fee:

    * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
    UK: £25290
    International: £25290

    PhD Chemical, Process and Energy Engineering (PT) - Year 3

    The fee shown is for entry 2025/26
    UK fee: £3006 International fee: £10560
    AOS/LSBU code: 9046 Session code: 3PS00
    Total course fee:

    * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
    UK: £16270
    International: £54040

    PhD Chemical, Process and Energy Engineering (DL) - Year 3

    The fee shown is for entry 2025/26
    UK fee: £5010 International fee: £5010
    AOS/LSBU code: 9058 Session code: 3DS00
    Total course fee:

    * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
    UK: £26290
    International: £26290

    PhD Chemical, Process and Energy Engineering (PT) - Year 3

    The fee shown is for entry 2024/25. If no fee shown or its blank. The fee for 2025/26 will be published shortly. Please visit again soon for the updated fee.
    UK fee: £2892 International fee: £10140
    AOS/LSBU code: 9046 Session code: 3PS10
    Total course fee:

    * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
    UK: £15650
    International: £51890

    PhD Chemical, Process and Energy Engineering (PT) - Year 3

    The fee shown is for entry 2024/25. If no fee shown or its blank. The fee for 2025/26 will be published shortly. Please visit again soon for the updated fee.
    UK fee: £2892 International fee: £10140
    AOS/LSBU code: 9046 Session code: 3PS20
    Total course fee:

    * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
    UK: £15650
    International: £51890

    PhD Chemical, Process and Energy Engineering (DL) - Year 3

    The fee shown is for entry 2024/25. If no fee shown or its blank. The fee for 2025/26 will be published shortly. Please visit again soon for the updated fee.
    UK fee: £4820 International fee: £4820
    AOS/LSBU code: 9058 Session code: 3DS10
    Total course fee:

    * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
    UK: £25290
    International: £25290

    PhD Chemical, Process and Energy Engineering (DL) - Year 3

    The fee shown is for entry 2024/25. If no fee shown or its blank. The fee for 2025/26 will be published shortly. Please visit again soon for the updated fee.
    UK fee: £4820 International fee: £4820
    AOS/LSBU code: 9058 Session code: 3DS20
    Total course fee:

    * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
    UK: £25290
    International: £25290

    PhD Chemical, Process and Energy Engineering (PT) - Year 4

    The fee shown is for entry 2025/26
    UK fee: £3006 International fee: £10560
    AOS/LSBU code: 9046 Session code: 4PS00
    Total course fee:

    * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
    UK: £16270
    International: £54040

    PhD Chemical, Process and Energy Engineering (DL) - Year 4

    The fee shown is for entry 2025/26
    UK fee: £5010 International fee: £5010
    AOS/LSBU code: 9058 Session code: 4DS00
    Total course fee:

    * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
    UK: £26290
    International: £26290

    PhD Chemical, Process and Energy Engineering (PT) - Year 4

    The fee shown is for entry 2024/25. If no fee shown or its blank. The fee for 2025/26 will be published shortly. Please visit again soon for the updated fee.
    UK fee: £2892 International fee: £10140
    AOS/LSBU code: 9046 Session code: 4PS10
    Total course fee:

    * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
    UK: £15650
    International: £51890

    PhD Chemical, Process and Energy Engineering (PT) - Year 4

    The fee shown is for entry 2024/25. If no fee shown or its blank. The fee for 2025/26 will be published shortly. Please visit again soon for the updated fee.
    UK fee: £2892 International fee: £10140
    AOS/LSBU code: 9046 Session code: 4PS20
    Total course fee:

    * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
    UK: £15650
    International: £51890

    PhD Chemical, Process and Energy Engineering (DL) - Year 4

    The fee shown is for entry 2024/25. If no fee shown or its blank. The fee for 2025/26 will be published shortly. Please visit again soon for the updated fee.
    UK fee: £4820 International fee: £4820
    AOS/LSBU code: 9058 Session code: 4DS10
    Total course fee:

    * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
    UK: £25290
    International: £25290

    PhD Chemical, Process and Energy Engineering (DL) - Year 4

    The fee shown is for entry 2024/25. If no fee shown or its blank. The fee for 2025/26 will be published shortly. Please visit again soon for the updated fee.
    UK fee: £4820 International fee: £4820
    AOS/LSBU code: 9058 Session code: 4DS20
    Total course fee:

    * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
    UK: £25290
    International: £25290

    PhD Chemical, Process and Energy Engineering (PT) - Year 5

    The fee shown is for entry 2025/26
    UK fee: £3006 International fee: £10560
    AOS/LSBU code: 9046 Session code: 5PS00
    Total course fee:

    * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
    UK: £16270
    International: £54040

    PhD Chemical, Process and Energy Engineering (DL) - Year 5

    The fee shown is for entry 2025/26
    UK fee: £5010 International fee: £5010
    AOS/LSBU code: 9058 Session code: 5DS00
    Total course fee:

    * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
    UK: £26290
    International: £26290

    PhD Chemical, Process and Energy Engineering (PT) - Year 5

    The fee shown is for entry 2024/25. If no fee shown or its blank. The fee for 2025/26 will be published shortly. Please visit again soon for the updated fee.
    UK fee: £2892 International fee: £10140
    AOS/LSBU code: 9046 Session code: 5PS10
    Total course fee:

    * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
    UK: £15650
    International: £51890

    PhD Chemical, Process and Energy Engineering (PT) - Year 5

    The fee shown is for entry 2024/25. If no fee shown or its blank. The fee for 2025/26 will be published shortly. Please visit again soon for the updated fee.
    UK fee: £2892 International fee: £10140
    AOS/LSBU code: 9046 Session code: 5PS20
    Total course fee:

    * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
    UK: £15650
    International: £51890

    PhD Chemical, Process and Energy Engineering (DL) - Year 5

    The fee shown is for entry 2024/25. If no fee shown or its blank. The fee for 2025/26 will be published shortly. Please visit again soon for the updated fee.
    UK fee: £4820 International fee: £4820
    AOS/LSBU code: 9058 Session code: 5DS10
    Total course fee:

    * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
    UK: £25290
    International: £25290

    PhD Chemical, Process and Energy Engineering (DL) - Year 5

    The fee shown is for entry 2024/25. If no fee shown or its blank. The fee for 2025/26 will be published shortly. Please visit again soon for the updated fee.
    UK fee: £4820 International fee: £4820
    AOS/LSBU code: 9058 Session code: 5DS20
    Total course fee:

    * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
    UK: £25290
    International: £25290

    PhD Chemical, Process and Energy Engineering (PT) - Year 6

    The fee shown is for entry 2025/26
    UK fee: £1240 International fee: £1240
    AOS/LSBU code: 9046 Session code: WUS00
    Total course fee:

    * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
    UK: £16270
    International: £54040

    PhD Chemical, Process and Energy Engineering (DL) - Year 6

    The fee shown is for entry 2025/26
    UK fee: £1240 International fee: £1240
    AOS/LSBU code: 9058 Session code: WUS00
    Total course fee:

    * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
    UK: £26290
    International: £26290

    PhD Chemical, Process and Energy Engineering (PT) - Year 6

    The fee shown is for entry 2024/25. If no fee shown or its blank. The fee for 2025/26 will be published shortly. Please visit again soon for the updated fee.
    UK fee: £1190 International fee: £1190
    AOS/LSBU code: 9046 Session code: WUS10
    Total course fee:

    * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
    UK: £15650
    International: £51890

    PhD Chemical, Process and Energy Engineering (PT) - Year 6

    The fee shown is for entry 2024/25. If no fee shown or its blank. The fee for 2025/26 will be published shortly. Please visit again soon for the updated fee.
    UK fee: £1190 International fee: £1190
    AOS/LSBU code: 9046 Session code: WUS20
    Total course fee:

    * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
    UK: £15650
    International: £51890

    PhD Chemical, Process and Energy Engineering (DL) - Year 6

    The fee shown is for entry 2024/25. If no fee shown or its blank. The fee for 2025/26 will be published shortly. Please visit again soon for the updated fee.
    UK fee: £1190 International fee: £1190
    AOS/LSBU code: 9058 Session code: WUS10
    Total course fee:

    * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
    UK: £25290
    International: £25290

    PhD Chemical, Process and Energy Engineering (DL) - Year 6

    The fee shown is for entry 2024/25. If no fee shown or its blank. The fee for 2025/26 will be published shortly. Please visit again soon for the updated fee.
    UK fee: £1190 International fee: £1190
    AOS/LSBU code: 9058 Session code: WUS20
    Total course fee:

    * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
    UK: £25290
    International: £25290

  • Full-time

    full-time

    PhD Chemical, Process and Energy Engineering (FT) - Year 1

    The fee shown is for entry 2025/26
    UK fee: £5010 International fee: £17600
    AOS/LSBU code: 9040 Session code: 1FS00
    Total course fee:

    * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
    UK: £16270
    International: £54040

    PhD Chemical, Process and Energy Engineering (FT) - Year 1

    The fee shown is for entry 2024/25. If no fee shown or its blank. The fee for 2025/26 will be published shortly. Please visit again soon for the updated fee.
    UK fee: £4820 International fee: £16900
    AOS/LSBU code: 9040 Session code: 1FS10
    Total course fee:

    * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
    UK: £15650
    International: £51890

    PhD Chemical, Process and Energy Engineering (FT) - Year 1

    The fee shown is for entry 2024/25. If no fee shown or its blank. The fee for 2025/26 will be published shortly. Please visit again soon for the updated fee.
    UK fee: £4820 International fee: £16900
    AOS/LSBU code: 9040 Session code: 1FS20
    Total course fee:

    * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
    UK: £15650
    International: £51890

    PhD Chemical, Process and Energy Engineering (FT) - Year 2

    The fee shown is for entry 2025/26
    UK fee: £5010 International fee: £17600
    AOS/LSBU code: 9040 Session code: 2FS00
    Total course fee:

    * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
    UK: £16270
    International: £54040

    PhD Chemical, Process and Energy Engineering (FT) - Year 2

    The fee shown is for entry 2024/25. If no fee shown or its blank. The fee for 2025/26 will be published shortly. Please visit again soon for the updated fee.
    UK fee: £4820 International fee: £16900
    AOS/LSBU code: 9040 Session code: 2FS10
    Total course fee:

    * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
    UK: £15650
    International: £51890

    PhD Chemical, Process and Energy Engineering (FT) - Year 2

    The fee shown is for entry 2024/25. If no fee shown or its blank. The fee for 2025/26 will be published shortly. Please visit again soon for the updated fee.
    UK fee: £4820 International fee: £16900
    AOS/LSBU code: 9040 Session code: 2FS20
    Total course fee:

    * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
    UK: £15650
    International: £51890

    PhD Chemical, Process and Energy Engineering (FT) - Year 3

    The fee shown is for entry 2025/26
    UK fee: £5010 International fee: £17600
    AOS/LSBU code: 9040 Session code: 3FS00
    Total course fee:

    * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
    UK: £16270
    International: £54040

    PhD Chemical, Process and Energy Engineering (FT) - Year 3

    The fee shown is for entry 2024/25. If no fee shown or its blank. The fee for 2025/26 will be published shortly. Please visit again soon for the updated fee.
    UK fee: £4820 International fee: £16900
    AOS/LSBU code: 9040 Session code: 3FS10
    Total course fee:

    * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
    UK: £15650
    International: £51890

    PhD Chemical, Process and Energy Engineering (FT) - Year 3

    The fee shown is for entry 2024/25. If no fee shown or its blank. The fee for 2025/26 will be published shortly. Please visit again soon for the updated fee.
    UK fee: £4820 International fee: £16900
    AOS/LSBU code: 9040 Session code: 3FS20
    Total course fee:

    * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
    UK: £15650
    International: £51890

    PhD Chemical, Process and Energy Engineering (FT) - Year 4

    The fee shown is for entry 2025/26
    UK fee: £1240 International fee: £1240
    AOS/LSBU code: 9040 Session code: WUS00
    Total course fee:

    * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
    UK: £16270
    International: £54040

    PhD Chemical, Process and Energy Engineering (FT) - Year 4

    The fee shown is for entry 2024/25. If no fee shown or its blank. The fee for 2025/26 will be published shortly. Please visit again soon for the updated fee.
    UK fee: £1190 International fee: £1190
    AOS/LSBU code: 9040 Session code: WUS10
    Total course fee:

    * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
    UK: £15650
    International: £51890

    PhD Chemical, Process and Energy Engineering (FT) - Year 4

    The fee shown is for entry 2024/25. If no fee shown or its blank. The fee for 2025/26 will be published shortly. Please visit again soon for the updated fee.
    UK fee: £1190 International fee: £1190
    AOS/LSBU code: 9040 Session code: WUS20
    Total course fee:

    * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
    UK: £15650
    International: £51890

The individual fee for this course is shown above. For more information, including how and when to pay, see our fees and funding section for postgraduate students.

At the LSBU Doctoral Collegewe are committed to supporting and developing professional researchers who are driven to make a difference. We have a range of PhD Scholarships available in partnership with businesses and organisations - and when they're available we'll publish notices on the LSBU Doctoral College site.

Bench Fees

Bench fees are a standard part of the PhD fee structure at most reputable institutions. They cover study related costs such as specialist equipment, study participant fees, research related travel, lab and research consumables, etc. As your project is unique, these are calculated on a bespoke basis to ensure your research needs are met. The fee and breakdown will be discussed with you during the application process and before you make any commitment.

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Mode Duration Start date Application code Application method
Mode Full-time Duration 3 years Start date January; February; March; April; May; September; October; November Application code 9040 Application method Direct to LSBU
Mode Part-time Duration 5 years Start date January; February; March; April; May; September; October; November Application code 9046 Application method Direct to LSBU
Mode Distance learning Duration 6 years Start date January; February; March; April; May; September; October; November Application code 9058 Application method Direct to LSBU

Home/EU postgraduate students and research students should apply through our dedicated application system.

Full details of how to do this are supplied on our How to apply section for postgraduate students and our How to apply section for research students.

International applicants should use our international application system. Full details can be found on our How to apply section for international students.

See our admissions policy (PDF File 1,043 KB) and complaints policy (PDF File 516 KB).

Considering your application

Your application will be circulated to a number of potential supervisors who will look at your academic qualifications, experience and the research proposal to decide whether your research interest is something that could be supervised at LSBU.

There will also be an interview either by telephone or at the University. If you are successful you will be offered a place on a course and informed of the next enrolment date. The whole process normally takes between six to eight weeks, from receipt of your application to a decision being made about your application at the School.

Prepare to start

We help our students prepare for university even before the semester starts. To find out when you should apply for your LSBU accommodation or student finance read the How to apply tab for this course.

Enrolment

Before you start your course we’ll send you information on what you’ll need to do before you arrive and during your first few days on campus. You can read about the process on our Enrolment pages.

A PhD, by definition, is an original contribution to knowledge. A research degree is different from a taught course. Research students are expected to self-direct their learning with support from a supervisory team.

Careers

Employability Service

At LSBU, we want to set you up for a successful career. During your studies – and for two years after you graduate – you’ll have access to our Employability Service, which includes:

  • Free employability workshop and events for student all year round, more details can be found on our event section.
  • Online board where you can see a wide range of placements: part-time, full-time or voluntary. You can also drop in to see our Job Shop advisers, who are always available to help you take the next step in your search.
  • LSBU Careers Hub offering group workshops on CVs, interview techniques and support, guidance on future careers, as well as loads of career resources, connecting you with employers, exciting events, 1-1 support and relevant workshops.

Our Student Enterprise team can also help you start your own business and develop valuable entrepreneurial skills.

Research skills development

All research students are required to participate in a Key Skills Development programme aimed at developing transferable skills in addition to those employed in carrying out research. Training in research methods is available through frequent research seminars.

When necessary the research student can follow, in part, relevant Masters courses available within the School and in particular units on research methodology. In some cases, research students are encouraged to follow other courses available within the University or externally aimed at improving their general expertise in their chosen areas.

In addition, they may be encouraged to follow language courses aimed at improving their oral and written skills - both essential in their future careers.

Transferable skills

A research degree will equip you with many transferable skills. The self-discipline, the demand for clear analytical thinking, and the ability to turn criticism of others work into something constructive of your own, all constitute a unique training for almost any kind of career. The excitement and satisfaction of finding new facts, a new idea, or a new way of looking at something can be highly rewarding.

Attending conferences

Research students are often sponsored to attend national and international conferences and to meet leading scientists in their fields and to present their research findings. The progress of all research students is formally monitored by the University's Research Degree Committee.

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