PhD Civil Engineering
University of Plymouth
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The degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is awarded for a research study, normally over a three-year period, which makes a significant contribution to knowledge. Candidates must demonstrate that they have made an original personal contribution to the understanding of a problem in a specific field, the advancement of knowledge, or the generation of new ideas.Key featuresUse of unrivalled facilities:- the nationally important COAST Laboratory- the new Marine Station- High Performance Computing ...Read more

The degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is awarded for a research study, normally over a three-year period, which makes a significant contribution to knowledge. Candidates must demonstrate that they have made an original personal contribution to the understanding of a problem in a specific field, the advancement of knowledge, or the generation of new ideas.

Key features

Use of unrivalled facilities:
- the nationally important COAST Laboratory
- the new Marine Station
- High Performance Computing (HPC) cluster.

Membership of active research groups comprising other research students and staff.

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WUSCA ranking:
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70/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
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39th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
65th
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Arthur
20 Nov 24

University of Plymouth offers great opportunities for students looking to go into work while studying like placement years, summer placements...Read more

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OLAMILEKAN
06 Dec 23

It’s a great university with fantastic learning facilities..Read more

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Entry requirements

Applicants are expected to have completed a masters level qualification to a high standard (e.g. at 'merit' or 'distinction' level) as well as either a good 2:1 or first class honours undergraduate degree in an area of study appropriate to your project proposal. We are happy to consider equivalent qualifications. If you do not have a masters level qualification, we recommend you consider applying for our MSc Civil Engineering, MSc Coastal Engineering or MSc Marine Renewable Energy programme. You will also need to provide evidence that you are ready to pursue the project you propose in your application. This will take the form of a sample of critical writing, and if relevant, documentation of relevant creative or professional practice.

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£4,786 per year

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£18,030 per year

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£18,030 per year

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Arthur
20 Nov 24
Civil Engineering BEng (Hons)
University of Plymouth offers great opportunities for students looking to go into work while studying like placement years, summer placements....
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OLAMILEKAN
06 Dec 23
Civil Engineering BEng (Hons)
It’s a great university with fantastic learning facilities...
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University of Plymouth
University of Plymouth , Plymouth

The University of Plymouth’s campus is centrally located within Britain’s Ocean City, perched on the south western coast of Devon...

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Drake Circus Plymouth PL4 8AA United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Plymouth  0.2 miles away

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