PhD in Chemistry and Bio Environmental and Chemical Engineering

The PhD in Chemistry and Bio, Environmental and Chemical Engineering at Budapest University of Technology and Economics focuses on research and advanced study across inorganic and organic chemistry, chemical technology, pharmaceutical innovation, process engineering, biotechnology, health and environment protection, food related topics, nanotechnology, material sciences, and polymer technology.

The programme lasts 2+2 years and starts with research work and specialized subjects. Progress is checked through a complex examination, and continuation depends on the outcome. The second term focuses on research guided by a supervisor, with publication in peer reviewed international journals and presentation of results at international conferences. A public thesis defence is part of graduation.

Modules

• Advanced courses
• Advanced elective courses
• Participation in international summer schools / workshops
• Teaching BSc/MSc courses under supervision
• Complex examination
• Comprehensive examination
• Public thesis defence

The requirement for enrollment is an MSc (or equivalent) degree from chemistry, chemical engineering, or a related topic. The results during BSc and MSc studies, documents about scientific activities should be submitted. An online test and an interview should be carried out in the presence of an examining committee. The decision about the enrollment will then be made by the Council of the Doctoral School upon the suggestion given by the examining committee.

By the end of the second academic year, a complex language examination in English at level B2 or above (or an equivalent certification) must be obtained.

• Chemical and biological industry (researcher or group leader)
• Pharmaceutical, petrochemical, food, energetics, medical, and environmental fields
• Academic area (research fellow or assistant professor)