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Ocean and Earth Science PhD with Integrated Study

University of Southampton

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  • Qualification

    PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

  • Location

    National Oceanography Centre, Southampton (NOCS)

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-SEP-25

  • Duration

    3 years

Course summary

Join the University of Southampton, a global top 100 (QS World University Rankings 2024) research-intensive university.

Postgraduate study at the National Oceanography Centre Southampton (NOCS),one of the world’s largest centres devoted to research and teaching in Earth and marine science, is an inspiring and rewarding experience home to a Graduate School that supports all PhD students throughout their time with us.

Working closely with a supervisory team, you'll undertake in-depth research into your chosen area of Ocean and Earth science.

Key areas of doctoral research include:
- Benthic Processes
- Biogeochemical Cycles
- Climate Dynamics and Climate Change
- Coastal, Shelf and Estuarine Studies
- Hydrothermal processes
- Mineralisation, Ocean Circulation and Mixing
- Palaeoceanography and Palaeoclimatology
- Pollution and Global Sustainability
- Tectonics and Crustal processes.

Assessment methods (Outcome qualification level)

You'll need to demonstrate satisfactory progress at the end of each year. Your supervisor will complete an annual report that takes into account how you have progressed against your agreed targets, which include training and development activities.

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 26,700per year

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

University information

University of Southampton

University of Southampton

University of Southampton

  • University League Table

    20th

  • Campus address

    University of Southampton, University Road, Southampton, Hampshire, SO17 1BJ, United Kingdom

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Southampton is proud of its inclusive global community and welcomes students from over 130 countries.
As a truly global university, Southampton has many opportunities for students to develop intercultural skills through its wide variety of clubs and societies.
Specialist careers support and paid year in employment and internship opportunities prepare international students for their future.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Geology

    14th out of 30 8

  • Entry standards

    / Max 229
    145 63%

    17th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    78.0 78%

    19th

    7

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.95 74%

    27th

    4

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