The University of Sussex has announced the EPSRC International PhD Scholarships in Chemistry Atom and Step Economical Late Stage Functionalisation of Bioactive Compounds. Applications are now being accepted for the academic year 2022-2023.

The University of Sussex International Scholarship aims to demonstrate that these catalytic reactions have real-world applications in the design of PROTAC molecules for targeted protein degradation, an area of intense current academic and commercial interest.

The University of Sussex, currently ranked 246th in QS Global World Rankings 2021, is a public research university striving to conduct high-quality research that addresses real-world issues, pressing global policy agendas and business practices, developing current and aspiring leaders who will champion critical and original thinking.

The University of Sussex will provide the full UK or International tuition fees. Funding includes the entire UK or International tuition fees, a research training grant (£1650 per annum), and a stipend at UKRI rates (currently £16,062pa) for 3.5 years.

• Eligible Countries: All nationalities art eligible for this University of Sussex International Scholarship.
• Eligible Course or Subjects: PhD degree in Chemistry Atom and Step Economical.
• Eligibility Criteria: To be eligible, the applicants must meet all the following criteria:
• Candidates must have or expect to obtain a minimum 2:1 undergraduate degree. An MSc degree will be advantageous. Your qualification should be in chemistry or a related subject area. You may also be considered if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.

• How to Apply:  When applying, students should follow the University of Sussex PhD degree online application process for this funding opportunity.
• Supporting Documents: The students are required to present the following documents to the university:
• Personal Statement (no research proposal required),
• CV,
• BSc or MSc degree transcripts and certificates,
• Two references on academic letterhead
• Admission Requirements: Students must have to check the entry requirements of the university.
• Language Requirement: Candidates for whom English is not their first language will require an IELTS (or equivalent) score of 6.5 overall, with not less than 6.0 in any section.