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Overview
Within Marine Sciences MPhil, PhD programme from Newcastle University you can choose a wide range of topics within our marine science research groups.
Depending 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 students
- 10-20 MSc students
- six to 10 post-doctoral scientists
- six technicians
- 13 full-time academic staff
This 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.
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Courses include:
- Antifouling and ballast water treatment
- Bacterial bioactive products
- Bioenergy
- Ecology
- Modelling, Evidence and Policy
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Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- Part-time
- 72 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
More details
There is no application closing date for this course. We suggest international students apply at least two months before the course starts.
Language
English
Duolingo English Test 125
TOEFL® IBT OR
90
PTE Academic 70
IELTS 6.5
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Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Earth Sciences Marine Science View 14 other PhDs in Marine Science in United KingdomExplore more key information
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Academic requirements
GPA Upper Second Class
English requirements
Duolingo English Test 125
TOEFL® IBT OR
90
PTE Academic 70
IELTS 6.5
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Admission to your dream university starts with a high IELTS or PTE score. Earn your target score with E2's guided test preparation.
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Other requirements
General requirements
A 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent.
- To obtain additional information about the program, we kindly suggest that you visit the programme website, where you can find further details and relevant resources.
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Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents31900 GBP / year≈ 31900 GBP / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents5238 GBP / year≈ 5238 GBP / year
Living costs
Newcastle upon Tyne
United Kingdom
560 - 991 GBP / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Marine Sciences.
Available Scholarships
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.
Provided by university
Grant
2000 GBP
Deadline
Anytime
Opportunity Scholarships
Merit-based
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Newcastle University
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
7000 GBP
Deadline
Anytime
Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarships
Merit-based
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Newcastle University
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Ocean Country Partnership Programme Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
The Aga Khan Foundation’s International Scholarship Programme
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
28 Feb 2027
Boustany Astronomy PhD Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
19000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Scholarships for PhD Students
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
6000 USD
Deadline
31 Jan 2027
Amberscholar Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
4000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2027
The New York Pass® Education Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
Voice Talent Online Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
01 Jun 2027
The PhD Prep Fellowship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jan 2027
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
22500 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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