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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Plymouth Campus
Full Time
OCT-26
2 Years
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Plymouth Campus
Full Time
JAN-26
2 Years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Online Campus
Full Time
JAN-26
2 Years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Plymouth Campus
Full Time
APR-26
2 Years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Online Campus
Full Time
OCT-26
2 Years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Plymouth Campus
Full Time
OCT-26
2 Years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Online Campus
Full Time
APR-26
2 Years
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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.This full time or part time doctoral programme is suitable for people who have a particular research question or topic in mind, and wish to explore this through independent study in order to produce an original contribution to the subject. If you aspire to a research career this is the most appropriate research degree to undertake.You will be guided by a small supervisory team of academic experts under the direction of a Director of Studies.You will be expected to fully engage with skills development and training and to present your research in a range of scholarly contexts.Your PhD will be assessed via submission of either a written thesis (approximately 80,000 words), and a viva voce (an oral examination).Full time: 2-4 years, Part time: 4-8 years
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 Offshore Renewable Energy Engineering 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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£5,005 per year
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£19,315 per year
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£19,315 per year
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