PhD Science - Research
Course overview
This PhD in Science Research at the University of Greenwich is offered by four departments: the Medway School of Pharmacy, the Natural Resources Institute, Life and Sport Science, and Pharmaceutical, Chemical, and Environmental Science. State-of-the-art laboratories and computer facilities support research activities.
In this course, students will initiate and interpret new knowledge, led by their understanding of a substantial body of knowledge in their academic discipline. Recent projects by the institution's research students include solar energy conversion, fragment-based drug discovery, the treatment of contaminated soils by accelerated carbonation, and the integrated production of bio-diesel from rapeseed oil.
Once students complete their training, they will be ideally suited to work in academic or industrial research environments. Students are highly encouraged to identify and contact a potential MPhil/PhD supervisor among the School of Science staff members to guide them with their application and help them shape their research proposal.
Entry requirements
- Suitable applicants will be required to attend an interview.
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Applicants will also be required to provide a detailed research proposal of approximately. 1,500 words (for scholarship applications). Provide a Curriculum Vitae (CV).
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Applicants are highly encouraged to identify and contact a potential MPhil/PhD supervisor. They will guide applicants through the application and help shape the research proposal. Where possible, include the name of the potential supervisor(s) contacted in the research proposal and personal statement.
Grade Requirements:
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An undergraduate (honours) degree with a minimum 2:1 (or equivalent), or a master’s degree with a minimum 60% overall (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline.
English Language Requirements:
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Applicants need to achieve a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 overall with a minimum of 6.0 in each of the four components.
Scholarships
David Fussey Choral Exhibition Bursary
The bursary is worth £1,000 per year for up to three years. Winners will be expected to perform a number of duties.
Up to £1,000International Hardship Fund
The maximum award is £1,000 per academic year.
Up to £1,000International Scholarship Award
International students who hold an offer to study at the University of Greenwich could receive a tuition fee discount worth up to £3,500 in their first year.
Mister Gees Foundation Bursary
We are grateful to the Mister Gees Foundation, who are sponsoring a bursary worth £5,000 to a student enrolled on MSc Water, Waste and Environmental Engineering.
Up to £5,000The Global Greenwich Bursary
A scholarship of up to £2,000 paid to students who are undertaking their first approved study abroad Programme at the University of Greenwich.
Uni Toolkit Scholarship
This is a £1000 cash bursary paid in your first year of study to students from our local school.
Up to £1,000Visionary Scholarship
We can offer two cash scholarships worth £5,750.
Up to £5,750William Hills Scholarship
The William Hills Bursary offering three students £5,000 each year for the duration of their 3-year BEng Mechanical Engineering degree including extended programmes.
Up to £5,000
Career opportunities
After completing a PhD in Science – Research at the University of Greenwich, graduates can pursue careers such as:
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Research Scientist
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Data Scientist/Analyst
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Medical Science Liaison (MSL)
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Professor/Lecturer
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Clinical Research Associate.
Cost of study
The tuition fee for the PhD in Science - Research at the University of Greenwich is £17,975 per year for international students. Fees are subject to annual change.
Admission
To apply for the course, applicants can apply directly to the university through its online application portal. For personalised help with your application, please speak to one of our trained counsellors.
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