PhD in Manufacturing and Materials - Functional Materials and Chemistry in Coventry United Kingdom | Coventry University

Coventry University | Coventry United Kingdom
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP 14,863
(c. USD19,904.68)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months

This research theme explores how material functionalization through chemical and physical coatings, surface modifications, and polymer technologies can produce advanced materials to tackle significant scientific and societal challenges. Key areas include:

Creating printable, non-precious metal catalysts for selective metallization of non-conductive materials, enabling applications like smart e-textiles.Developing electrocatalysts for ammonia oxidation alongside green hydrogen production.Engineering lead-free electrodeposited composite coatings for engine bearings.Optimizing electrowinning techniques to recover metals from bioleachates.Designing multi-layer PVD coatings with antibacterial properties.Advancing material printing techniques across diverse substrates.Enhancing surface modification methods for additive-manufactured components.Exploring innovative sustainable polymer materials and flame retardants.Improving sustainability in electroless and electroplating processes with optimized pre-treatments.Leveraging ultrasound/sonochemistry to boost efficiency and reduce environmental impact in chemical and electrochemical processes.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 7.0

Qualification Requirements

A minimum of a 2-1 first degree in a relevant discipline subject area with a minimum 60 percent mark in the project element or equivalent with a minimum 60 percent overall module average. In the event of a first degree classification of less than 2-1 a Masters Degree in a relevant subject area will be considered as an equivalent. The Masters must have been attained with minimum overall marks at merit level 60 percent In addition the dissertation or equivalent element in the Masters must also have been attained with a minimum mark of merit level 60 percent. Or higher where stipulated against a specific opportunity. At the point of application international applicants are required to demonstrate their English language proficiency through the attainment of or booking of an approved English language test The tests accepted for admission to a research degree at Coventry University are. IELTS Academic IELTS for UKVI Academic demonstrating an overall score of 7.0 or above with a minimum of 6.5 in each of the four sections. TOEFL iBT TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition Online demonstrating an overall score of 95 or higher with no section below 21.

Tuition GBP 14,863

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