University of Plymouth

PhD on the Basis of Prior Published Works in Marine Science

University of PlymouthPlymouth, United Kingdom

Course overview

Conduct research at the cutting edge of the discipline, working alongside a team of specialist academic advisors. Our staff work in a wide range of fields, including marine physics, coastal processes and modelling, coastal ocean and sediment transport engineering, marine and coastal policy, geomatics, oceanography and marine renewable energy.

Key highlights

  • Research conducted alongside a team of specialist academic advisors
  • Staff expertise spans marine physics, oceanography and geomatics
  • Specialisms include coastal processes, modelling and sediment transport engineering
  • Research areas cover marine and coastal policy and marine renewable energy

Entry requirements

  • Other English test — See University English language requirements: https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/international/how-to-apply/english-language-requirements

Scholarships

  • International Postgraduate Welcome to Plymouth Scholarship

    £4,000 off tuition fees in year one

    Up to £4,000

Careers this course leads to

  • Marine scientist
  • Oceanographer
  • Coastal engineer
  • Marine policy adviser
  • Marine renewable energy consultant
  • University lecturer in marine science

Cost of study

UK/Home: Please visit tuition fees for postgraduate research for information about fees. You are responsible for meeting all of the costs related to your own research project, beyond the resources available in the department. | International: Please visit tuition fees for postgraduate research for information about fees. You are responsible for meeting all of the costs related to your own research project, beyond the resources available in the department.

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Plymouth, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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