PhD on the Basis of Prior Published Works in Earth and Environmental Sciences

Conduct research at the cutting edge of the discipline, working alongside a team of specialist academic advisors using our world-class analytical facilities. Our staff work in a wide range of fields, including geological processes from plate tectonics to modern surface processes to the evolution of life on Earth, forest ecology and carbon cycling and marine biogeochemistry.

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 Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences before applying. The research group leaders will be happy to answer your questions about potential supervisors and research topics. Please contact Professor Gregory Price with any additional queries.

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• Plymouth, United Kingdom