How to apply

Applications for our 2025 Cohort are open.

We are currently shortlisting from our recent application deadline.

You are however still welcome to submit an application to the CDT, but please be aware that it will only be considered by the CDT Team should we have capacity to recruit further PGRs.

For further information on the programme and application process, please see the recording from our virtual visit day. 

We are seeking applications from students covering the whole breadth of Synthetic Chemistry and welcome applications from all backgrounds, particularly encouraging those from ethnic minorities and under-represented sections of society to apply.

Application Guide:

  1. Read our graduate prospectus entry (including the Admissions statement) for general  information on the PhD programme.
  2. See the programme details for specific information on the course, including assessment details.
  3. Read or watch our guidance for online applications.
  4. Start your application (type "Technology Enhanced Chemical Synthesis" in the look up box).

Applications will not be considered until all required documents below have been uploaded.

  • References - We require two academic references. References should comply with our standard requirements outlined on our guidance pages.
  • Degree certificate(s) and academic transcripts - From first and subsequent degrees. Degree certificates and transcripts should comply with our standard requirements outlined on our guidance pages.
  • Personal statement - Personal statements should highlight the motivation for applying for the course, and any relevant experience and/or skills. Please don’t include your name in the document or file name as your application may be considered anonymously.
  • English language certificates/other evidence - Evidence of meeting the English language profile as stated on the Postgraduate Prospectus and specified by the University English Language Requirements Policy.
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV) - CVs might include details of other relevant work experience and qualifications to support an application. Please don’t include your name in the document or file name as your application may be considered anonymously.

Entry requirements 
Information on our entry requirements, including both academic and English language requirements, can also be found on the online course prospectus page:  PhD Technology Enhanced Chemical Synthesis | Study at Bristol | University of Bristol

Please note, you are not required to submit a research statement or contact a potential supervisor prior to making your application.