PhD on the Basis of Prior Published Works in Biological Sciences

Conduct research at the cutting edge of the discipline, working alongside a team of specialist academic advisors. Our staff work in a wide range of fields, including ecology and evolution, marine biology, ecophysiology, developmental biology, animal behaviour, conservation biology and biological responses to global change. See our research group and staff pages for details.

Applicants will be considered on a case-by-case basis. However, the programme is only open to experienced professionals with a proven track record in innovation within the domain. For full details on application process and what the programme entails, please read the section ‘AWD2 PhD on the Basis of Prior Published Works’ in the University of Plymouth Academic Regulations. Find out more about our research groups, their members and interests via the School of Biological and Marine Sciences before applying. The research group leaders will be happy to answer your questions about potential supervisors and research topics. Please contact Dr Mick Hanley with any additional queries.

International students: Please visit tuition fees for postgraduate research for information about fees. You are responsible for meeting all of the costs related to your own research project, beyond the resources available in the department.

UK students: Please visit tuition fees for postgraduate research for information about fees. You are responsible for meeting all of the costs related to your own research project, beyond the resources available in the department.

UK/Home: Please visit tuition fees for postgraduate research for information about fees. You are responsible for meeting all of the costs related to your own research project, beyond the resources available in the department.

International: Please visit tuition fees for postgraduate research for information about fees. You are responsible for meeting all of the costs related to your own research project, beyond the resources available in the department.

1 October, 1 January and 1 April

Varies by programme; check with admissions team

• Plymouth, United Kingdom