General information
Are you passionate about contributing to our understanding of the Earth and its oceans? Do you have a general question or topic in mind? Are you keen on demonstrating this through gaining a higher qualification? Can you bring in skills and knowledge, perhaps gained from some other field? Will you benefit from initial training in research methods?
If so, then our integrated PhD programme may be suitable for you.
The Integrated PhD offers a structured PhD pathway that includes a wide choice of formal instruction, coupled with an extensive range of specialist research topics across the breadth of the subject. There is a progression from an initial emphasis on instructional modules towards full time research, supported by high quality supervision. The course is particularly suitable for overseas students seeking to convert from other scientific disciplines, and also those who are awarded four-year scholarships through their government or other sources.
Programme Structure
The integrated PhD programme is highly flexible and student-centred, allowing exit at both masters and MPhil levels according to needs and performance. During your first year (full time) you will participate in the Research Training Programme. During Year 2 of the programme, you will combine supervised research with further advanced training in your specialist pathway. You will devote the third and fourth years to full-time research.
Compulsory modules:
- Introduction to Biological Oceanography
- Introduction to physical oceanography
- Introduction to Chemical Oceanography
- Introduction to Marine Geology
- MSc key skills and literature review
You will have opportunities for training in various research methods in ocean and Earth science during your registration as a PhD student, plus access to our wide range of generic skills and specialist instructional workshops. You will be encouraged to attend research seminars at NOCS. These are run at different levels, including key seminars from leading visiting scientists.
You will have opportunities for training in various research methods in ocean and Earth science during your registration as a PhD student, plus access to our wide range of generic skills and specialist instructional workshops. You will be encouraged to attend research seminars at NOCS. These are run at different levels, including key seminars from leading visiting scientists.
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Venue
Southampton , United Kingdom
Ocean and Earth Science, National Oceanography Centre Southampton
Highfield Campus, Southampton Education School (B32, B34)
Application
Click here to apply: http://www.southampton.ac.uk/oes/postgraduate/research_degrees/apply.page
Cost:
<p>Standard postgraduate fees for UK/EU and overseas students:</p> <ul> <li>EU/UK: £ 9.000</li> <li>International: £ 19.570</li> <li>Channel Islands: £ 9000</li> </ul> <p>Students are responsible for meeting the cost of essential textbooks, and of producing such essays, assignments, laboratory reports and dissertations as are required to fulfil the academic requirements for each programme of study.</p> <p>In some cases you'll be able to choose modules (which may have different costs associated with that module) which will change the overall cost of a programme to you. Please also ensure you read the section on additional costs in the University’s Fees, Charges and Expenses Regulations in the University Calendar available at www.calendar.soton.ac.uk.</p>
Prerequisites:
Academic
You should have a good first degree or Masters degree (MRes or MSc) from a recognised university. Your degree should be in an appropriate discipline, such as Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Geology, Geophysics, Mathematics or Physics, or an appropriate joint honours or interdisciplinary degree such as Environmental Science. Occasionally, we accept students with other degree subject backgrounds, such as Engineering or Geography. Exceptionally we admit students with other relevant professional experience.
Mathematics: we expect all students to be numerically competent. We prefer you to have A-level or equivalent in Mathematics, or suitable undergraduate experience.
International applicants
If you are an international student you also need to demonstrate an adequate level of English language proficiency. You will need to provide us with evidence that you have achieved an overall score of 6.5 or above on IELTS or equivalent, with no individual score lower than 6.0. It may be possible for you to secure an offer of a place conditional upon achieving this proficiency if you do not have it already.
Application Procedure:
You can apply through the University's online application form. Your application must include:
- curriculum vitae giving details of your academic record and stating your research interests
- two academic references
- your academic transcript and IELTS/TOEFL certificate if applicable
- research proposal
The research proposal should state the topic of your research, the research question(s) you are interesting in answering, and your reasons for undertaking this research (including some theoretical justification and review of relevant research that has been done in the field).
Intake: Variable
Selection is mainly through evaluation of your online application. We may invite you for interview before making an offer. For applicants based outside the UK, this interview may be by telephone.
This page contains specific entry requirements for this course. Find out about equivalent entry requirements and qualifications for your country.
Grant Opportunities:
Scholarships, bursaries, sponsorships or grants may be available to support you through your course. Funding opportunities available to you are linked to your subject area and/or your country of origin. These can be from the University of Southampton or other sources.
Qualification
Assessment:
You will 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.
Are you passionate about contributing to our understanding of the Earth and its oceans? Do you have a general question or topic in mind? Are you keen on demonstrating this through gaining a higher qualification? Can you bring in skills and knowledge, perhaps gained from some other field? Will you benefit from initial training in research methods?
If so, then our integrated PhD programme may be suitable for you.
The Integrated PhD offers a structured PhD pathway that includes a wide choice of formal instruction, coupled with an extensive range of specialist research topics across the breadth of the subject. There is a progression from an initial emphasis on instructional modules towards full time research, supported by high quality supervision. The course is particularly suitable for overseas students seeking to convert from other scientific disciplines, and also those who are awarded four-year scholarships through their government or other sources.
Programme Structure
The integrated PhD programme is highly flexible and student-centred, allowing exit at both masters and MPhil levels according to needs and performance. During your first year (full time) you will participate in the Research Training Programme. During Year 2 of the programme, you will combine supervised research with further advanced training in your specialist pathway. You will devote the third and fourth years to full-time research.
Compulsory modules:
- Introduction to Biological Oceanography
- Introduction to physical oceanography
- Introduction to Chemical Oceanography
- Introduction to Marine Geology
- MSc key skills and literature review
You will have opportunities for training in various research methods in ocean and Earth science during your registration as a PhD student, plus access to our wide range of generic skills and specialist instructional workshops. You will be encouraged to attend research seminars at NOCS. These are run at different levels, including key seminars from leading visiting scientists.
You can apply through the University's online application form. Your application must include:
- curriculum vitae giving details of your academic record and stating your research interests
- two academic references
- your academic transcript and IELTS/TOEFL certificate if applicable
- research proposal
The research proposal should state the topic of your research, the research question(s) you are interesting in answering, and your reasons for undertaking this research (including some theoretical justification and review of relevant research that has been done in the field).
Intake: Variable
Selection is mainly through evaluation of your online application. We may invite you for interview before making an offer. For applicants based outside the UK, this interview may be by telephone.
This page contains specific entry requirements for this course. Find out about equivalent entry requirements and qualifications for your country.
You will 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.
You will have opportunities for training in various research methods in ocean and Earth science during your registration as a PhD student, plus access to our wide range of generic skills and specialist instructional workshops. You will be encouraged to attend research seminars at NOCS. These are run at different levels, including key seminars from leading visiting scientists.
Academic
You should have a good first degree or Masters degree (MRes or MSc) from a recognised university. Your degree should be in an appropriate discipline, such as Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Geology, Geophysics, Mathematics or Physics, or an appropriate joint honours or interdisciplinary degree such as Environmental Science. Occasionally, we accept students with other degree subject backgrounds, such as Engineering or Geography. Exceptionally we admit students with other relevant professional experience.
Mathematics: we expect all students to be numerically competent. We prefer you to have A-level or equivalent in Mathematics, or suitable undergraduate experience.
International applicants
If you are an international student you also need to demonstrate an adequate level of English language proficiency. You will need to provide us with evidence that you have achieved an overall score of 6.5 or above on IELTS or equivalent, with no individual score lower than 6.0. It may be possible for you to secure an offer of a place conditional upon achieving this proficiency if you do not have it already.
