Overview

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Key Facts

This full time or part time Robotics program at University of Plymouth is suitable for people who have a particular research question or topic in mind, and wish to explore this through independent study in order to produce an original contribution to the subject. If you aspire to a research career this is the most appropriate research degree to undertake. You will be guided by a small supervisory team of academic experts under the direction of a Director of Studies.

Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-04-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-07-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2027-05-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2028-01-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-10-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2027-08-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Plymouth, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Robotics View 6 other PhDs in Robotics in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants are expected to have completed a masters level qualification to a high standard (e.g. at 'merit' or 'distinction' level) as well as either a good 2:1 or first class honours undergraduate degree in an area of study appropriate to your project proposal.
They are happy to consider equivalent qualifications (for instance, you may have studied different subjects at undergraduate and masters level but have worked in and/or developed an interest in your sector since then).

You will also need to provide evidence that you are ready to pursue the project you propose in your application. This will take the form of a research proposal.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

19315 GBP / year

≈ 19315 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

5238 GBP / year

≈ 5238 GBP / year

Living costs

Plymouth

United Kingdom

731 - 1387 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 Robotics.

Available Scholarships

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