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Marine Sciences MPhil, PhD

Newcastle University

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  • Qualification

    PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

  • Location

    Newcastle, Main Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

The PhD programmes provide research training, supervision and collaboration to international standards. Choose from a wide range of topics within our marine science research groups. Join us for your PhD in Marine Sciences.Your research project will be in one of the areas covered by the marine science research groups:Marine Resources and Renewable Energy (MRRE):antifouling and ballast water treatmentbacterial bioactive productsbioenergyEcologyModelling, Evidence and PolicyDepending on your previous academic training and the requirements of the project, you receive formal instruction through taught modules in important areas such as laboratory safety and sea survival.You'll be part of our research community of:30 research students10-20 MSc studentssix to 10 post-doctoral scientistssix technicians13 full-time academic staffThis provides you with abundant opportunities to progress your scientific career in any sector. Our research students have been successful at finding work across industry, academia, government agencies and non-governmental organisations.

Tuition fees

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£ 31,000per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

Newcastle University

  • University League Table

    31st

  • Campus address

    Newcastle, Main Campus, Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle, England, NE1 7RU, United Kingdom

Newcastle is known for being friendly and welcoming to people from all around the globe. Students enjoy a lower cost of living compared to other UK cities.
Degree programmes are shaped by strong links with national and international businesses, with opportunities for professional accreditation and placements.
Dedicated teams support students during application, before arrival, and as they settle into life in the UK.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    31st out of 50 7

  • Entry standards

    / Max 217
    137 63%

    29th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    83.0 83%

    30th

    14
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.03 76%

    34th

    10

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