Science - Research, MPhil/PhD at University of Greenwich

Join world-leading research teams with a diverse range of expertise to study for a research degree in Science (MPhil/PhD) at the University of Greenwich.

We offer advanced research training opportunities across a broad range of areas, including chemistry, pharmacy, biomedical science, environmental science and sports science. Our research degree is designed by four departments: Medway School of Pharmacy, the Natural Resources Institute, Life and Sports Science, and Pharmaceutical, Chemical and Environmental Science. Research activities are supported by state-of-the-art laboratories and computer facilities.

You will initiate and interpret new knowledge, led by your understanding of a substantial body of knowledge in your academic discipline. Recent projects by our research students include solar energy conversion, fragment-based drug discovery, the treatment of contaminated soils by accelerated carbonation, and the integrated production of bio-diesel from rapeseed oil. Once you complete your training, you'll be ideally suited to work in academic or industrial research environments.

What you should know about this course

•  Normally, you register for the MPhil and transfer to the PhD at the end of the first year, subject to satisfactory progress.
•  You’ll benefit from dedicated research lab space and state-of-the-art facilities at our Medway Campus in Kent. There are several local hospitals for NHS-based placements and a wide range of private and research laboratories, including Kent Science Park.
•  The Medway School of Pharmacy is a unique collaboration between the University of Greenwich and the University of Kent. It specialises in pharmacy, pharmacology, physiology and chemistry.
•  The Natural Resources Institute (NRI) is a unique multidisciplinary academic centre with an established reputation for high quality research and training in global food security, sustainable development and poverty reduction.
•  The MPhil is 18-36 months full-time and 30-48 months part-time. The MPhil/PhD is 36-48 months full-time and 48-84 months part-time.

Careers and placements

What sort of careers do graduates pursue?

MPhil and PhD graduates in Science can pursue careers in industry, government and academia.

Do you provide employability services?

We have a team dedicated to enhancing student employment outcomes. Our Employer Partnerships Manager develops relationships with companies to provide employment opportunities.