University of Liverpool

Marine Science

University of LiverpoolLiverpool, United Kingdom

Course overview

When you study a PhD or MPhil in Marine Science with the University of Liverpool, you’ll help us to further our understanding of the ocean and its importance in shaping our world. Marine Science focuses on all aspects of the marine system, from the physics of how the ocean moves across the planet and the chemistry of micronutrients and pollutants, to the biology of single cells phytoplankton, all the way to marine mammals. By undertaking a PhD or MPhil in Marine Science, you’ll integrate research groups that will train you to become an independent researcher while developing a range of transferable skills.

We provide an emulative and exciting research environment to all postgraduate researchers to help them to succeed during their time with the University and beyond. Our academic staff are internationally recognised with expertise in physics, chemistry and/or biology. We offer research topics that often cross boundaries, aiming to answer fundamental questions about the functioning of the ocean, now and in the future.

When you undertake postgraduate research with theDepartment of Earth, Ocean and Ecological Sciences, you’ll join a legacy of historically-renowned research. The study of oceanography at the University of Liverpool celebrated its centenary in 2019. Liverpool has always had a close connection to marine sciences, from the young Jeremiah Horrocks who studied the influence of the moon on tides in 1640, to William Hutchinson who recorded sea level twice a day for 30 years.

It’s no surprise that the Liverpool Tidal Institute – the first oceanographic department in the UK – was opened in Liverpool in 1919.

Key highlights

  • Research spans ocean physics, chemistry of micronutrients and pollutants, and marine biology
  • Topics range from single-cell phytoplankton to marine mammals
  • Training within research groups to become an independent researcher
  • Develops a range of transferable skills alongside doctoral research
  • Supervised by internationally recognised staff in physics, chemistry and biology
  • Interdisciplinary topics on how the ocean functions now and in future

Entry requirements

  • IELTS: 6.5 — 6.5 IELTS 6.5 overall, with no component below 5.5

Scholarships

  • Chevening Scholarships

  • E. Allison Peers Masters Scholarship in Iberian and Latin American Studies

    The scholarship provides £5,000 towards fees, plus a £5,000 stipend, for students undertaking a Hispanic topic in any master's programme in the Department of Languages, Cultures and Film at the University of Liverpool.

    Up to £5,000
  • Health, Cultures and Societies Bursary

    The successful candidate will receive a one-off fee reduction of £5,000.

    Up to £5,000
  • Hodgson Law Scholarship

  • Liverpool Excellence Scholarship for Postgraduates

    If you're an international student, you could be eligible for a tuition fee discount of £7,000.

    Up to £7,000
  • Liverpool Law School Hong Kong Scholarships

    Two scholarships worth £1,000 each.

    Up to £1,000
  • Liverpool Law School LLM Bursaries

    Two bursaries worth £500 each for Home students. Two bursaries wroth £1,000 each for international students.

  • MA in Chinese-English Translating and Interpreting Scholarships

    Students awarded this scholarship will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.

    Up to £5,000
  • Management School MBA Excellence Scholarship

    50% tuition fee discounts are available.

    Up to 50% of fees
  • Manuel Irujo Scholarship in Basque Studies

    The scholarship provides approximately £5,000.

  • MusicFutures Scholarship for International Intellectual Property Law LLM

    Up to five scholarships are available, each worth £12,500 in the form of a tuition fee discount.

    Up to £12,500
  • Peter Astaire Memorial Scholarship in Beatles Studies

    Up to two awards are available in each academic year, with each award worth £4,000.

    Up to £4,000
  • Scholarships for MA Political Science and International Relations

    The Department of Politics is pleased to announce two £5,000 scholarships for students wishing to pursue the MA in Political Science and International Relations.

    Up to £5,000
  • Scholarships for Master's in Public Administration and Policy

    Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.

    Up to £5,000
  • Scholarships for Postgraduate Study in Education

    Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.

    Up to £5,000
  • Scholarships for Postgraduate Study in Film Studies

    Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.

    Up to £5,000
  • Scholarships for Postgraduate Study in History

    Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.

    Up to £5,000
  • Scholarships for Postgraduate Study in Translation

    Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.

    Up to £5,000
  • University of Liverpool Humanitarian Scholarships for Master's Programmes

  • University of Liverpool International College (UoLIC) Excellence Scholarship

    £5,000 tuition fee reduction for the first year of study.

    Up to £5,000

Careers this course leads to

  • Oceanographer
  • Marine scientist
  • Postdoctoral research associate
  • University lecturer
  • Environmental consultant
  • Marine policy adviser

Cost of study

UK/Home: £5,238 | International: £5,238

Admission

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