Multi-Scale Modelling PhD

	Full-time	Part-time	Full-time distance learning	Part-time distance learning
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The School of Chemical Engineering and Analytical Science is a world leader in industrially relevant research and teaching in chemical engineering and related subjects. 

We undertake leading-edge multidisciplinary, creative and relevant research on a wide range of topics. Focused on advancing the science and engineering of complex systems and addressing different scales and levels of complexity, the research in the School is carried out within four main research themes:

• Multi-scale and Multiphase Systems
• Self-sustaining Biological Systems
• Sustainable Industrial Systems
• Measurement Science and Instrumentation Systems

Each of our academics is a highly respected expert in their own area, and our staff includes chemical engineers, chemists, physicists, biologists, analytical scientists and mathematicians.

Academic entry qualification overview:  

The standard academic entry requirement will normally be at least an Upper Second UK honours degree, or international equivalent, in a relevant science or engineering discipline or a first degree with an additional UK Masters degree (or international equivalent). The School may require a First Class honours degree or international equivalent for some research projects. This requirement would be specified at the discretion of the academic supervisor involved.

English language:

Applicants whose first language is not English will need to demonstrate competency in the English language. The school generally requires applicants to hold one of the following qualifications (although other formal qualifications may be considered):

IELTS: 6.5 (with no sub score less than 5.5)

TOEFL Paper Based: 570 (with a minimum TWE of 5.0)

TOEFL Computer Based: 230 (with a minimum TWE of 5.0)

IBTOEFL Internet Based: of at least 90

If you are offered a place on a course with us and fail to meet the level of competency required, please contact us. It may be possible to gain admission on the agreement that you attend additional English Language classes prior to commencing your course.

If you applied in the previous year and your application was not successful you may apply again. Your application will be considered against the standard course entry criteria for that year of entry.  In your new application you should demonstrate how your application has improved.  We may draw upon all information from your previous applications or any previous registrations at the University as a student when assessing your suitability for your chosen course.If you are applying for a place for the same year of entry through UCAS Extra, you should provide additional evidence of your suitability for the course. If you are applying through clearing you are required to meet the clearing requirements. In both UCAS Extra and clearing the places will be subject to availability.

 

Students will meet regularly with an academic project supervisor, who will take overall responsibility for the project, ensuring that facilities and training are available to make good progress. Annual progress review will take place with an independent academic mentor to ensure that the supervision arrangements and progress are satisfactory.

All research programmes have personal and professional development training units to enhance transferable skills.  Training courses cover themes such as thesis writing, business skills, career management and presentation skills.

Other resources include:

• Library training and ongoing assistance from a dedicated School librarian
• Option to attend undergraduate or MSc classes in the University that may be beneficial to studies
• Invitation to International Seminar Programmes within the School, and in other Schools and Research Institutes around the University.  Studentw will be expected to participate in the School's Research Student Seminar Programme
• Invitation to Careers Service events which includes meetings with employers and recruitment agencies as well as specialised training in career planning, job applications, interview techniques and CV writing

Research students was expected to present seminars within the School, and also to present their work as posters or talks at international conferences and external seminars, to increase confidence, develop communication skills and improve employability.

Practical support and advice for current students and applicants is available from the Disability Support Office. Email: disability@manchester.ac.uk