Overview
Understanding the impact of our oceans on the atmosphere and ultimately climate change is central to many of the research interests of staff in the department.
Features
- Oceanography emphasis at University of Cape Town is on the physical environment in the oceans and atmosphere and their interactions.
- The main focus of the department is on teaching and research in physical oceanography, atmospheric science and climatology in South Africa and elsewhere in Africa.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- Coastal oceanography
- Numerical modelling
- Operational oceanography
- Marine and coastal meteorology
- Climate change and variability
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Students can apply to the PhDs throughout the year.
Language
Delivered
Disciplines
OceanographyAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Student insurance
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- 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
- A Departmental application form + attach a full CV (include work experience and copies of academic transcripts)
- A UCT Online application form (if you are a foreign student, please read the relevant information on the Science Faculty website for postgraduate studies)
- A 200-word statement on your research interest. (Please use the departmental website to determine if your research interests fit with departmental research strengths)
- Prospective students will also need to propose a supervisor in the application enclosed so you should familiarize yourself with staff members interests (through, for instance, the departmental staff page and published research).
- Students who have completed their Masters degree elsewhere are required to submit a passport sized photograph with their application
Tuition Fee
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International
25680 ZAR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 25680 ZAR per year during 24 months. -
National
25680 ZAR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 25680 ZAR per year during 24 months.
Living costs for Cape Town
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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