Overview

Maritime Studies rearchers at Memorial University of Newfoundland will be equipped with a national and internationally demanded skill set that focuses on research innovation and design, quantitative and qualitative analysis, and science communication.

Depending on the field of interest, a researcher may study the human factors that impact on safety and survival in maritime environments, or public safety, including training and wellness in public safety occupations.

Potential career options and outcomes

Professor, researcher in marine-based industries (e.g., fisheries, oil and gas), researcher in the public safety sector, marine transportation, border services, policing, correctional services, firefighting, search and rescue, government, regulatory agencies, non-governmental organizations, or consulting.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Current Topics in Aquaculture
Finfish Culture
Shellfish Aquaculture
Aquatic Animal Health
Fish Nutrition and Feeding Practice
Aquaculture Engineering Technology and System Operations
Ecology, Management, and Practice of North Atlantic Fisheries
Data Collection, Management, and Display
Maritime Safety and Survival Research
Statistics and Research Design for Maritime Studies
Science Communication for Maritime Studies

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-01-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-06-01 00:00:00
Starting 2025-09-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

80

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Transportation Engineering View 3 other PhDs in Transportation Engineering in Canada

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

80

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

To be considered for admission to a Ph.D. program, the minimum requirements will normally be a Master's degree from a university of recognized standing, in an appropriate area of study.

Online application & application fee
Transcript(s) and confirmation of degree awarded
Two (2) letters of appraisal (references)
Resume or curriculum vitae

Tuition Fee

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International

4497 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 17988 CAD for the full programme during 48 months.
National

3462 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 13848 CAD for the full programme during 48 months.

Newfoundland and Labrador Students: $10,656 per full programme

Living costs for St. John's

1159 - 1707 CAD /month

Living costs

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

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Available Scholarships

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