Purpose and details

The programme aims to educate and train the next-generation doctoral scientists in all aspects of cutting edge chemical synthesis and its applications in medicine and biology. 

• Students awarded places on the programme can undertake two laboratory rotations prior to joining a group for the PhD research project OR can join a specific research group from the outset.
• All students will have the opportunity to spend some time conducting research at the AstraZeneca Global Research and Development Centre in Cambridge.
• All students will receive a tailored career development programme and an AstraZeneca-based project supervisor (in addition to a Chemistry based supervisor), designed to broaden their research and professional skills.

Deadlines

Five, 4-year PhD studentships per year are available for this programme, with two deadlines for applications.

• 1^st deadline for applications:   15^th November 2015; interviews December 2^nd 2015
• 2^nd deadline for applications:  15^th January 2016; interviews late January 2016.

How to apply

• You can apply at through the Department of Chemistry’s Graduate Admissions pages.
• You should complete the Supplementary Application Form that can be found in the section labelled How to apply for an MPhil or PhD in Chemistry.
  • In section 3 of this form (titled FUNDING PATHWAYS) please tick the following boxes:
    • RCUK Doctoral Training Award; CHESS Scholarship; AstraZeneca Chemistry PhD Programme and if applicable USA Gates Scholarship; Gates Overseas Scholarship and Cambridge Trusts funding.

Further questions

Any enquiries should be addressed to Professor Matthew Gaunt by email at cb775@cam.ac.uk

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