About this course
Heriot-Watt University offers PhD Institute of Chemical Sciences as a 3-year doctoral Ph.D. programme in Chemical Sciences. Based in Edinburgh, the programme is delivered by the university's specialist faculty and welcomes international applicants from across Africa and beyond.
Tuition is £26,296 per year. English-language entry requires IELTS 6.5 overall or TOEFL iBT 85. Intakes run across 2 windows (Start Dates are available throughout the year (2027) and Start Dates are available throughout the year (2026)).
Scholarships are available to international applicants.
BDM Consult's advisors can guide you through entry requirements, scholarship eligibility, and visa support — from initial application to offer letter.
Entry requirements
Self-funded or externally-funded prospective students can apply for a place of study at any time throughout the year, with decisions being based on the experience and potential of the applicant and the fit of the research proposal to the School's strategic priorities.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available for this course. Speak to a BDM advisor for the latest funding and eligibility details.
Intake dates
- ▸Start Dates are available throughout the year (2027)
- ▸Start Dates are available throughout the year (2026)
Application deadlines differ per intake. Speak to BDM for the latest cut-off dates.
