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PhD Biological Sciences at University of Plymouth

University of Plymouth, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Conduct research at the cutting edge of the discipline, working alongside a team of specialist academic advisors. Our staff work in a wide range of fields, including ecology and evolution, marine biology, ecophysiology, developmental biology, animal behaviour, conservation biology and biological responses to global change. See our research group and staff pages for details.

Faculty: School of Biological and Marine Sciences  |  Duration: Full time: 2-4 years Part time: 4-8 years  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time route available  |  Location: Plymouth, England, United Kingdom

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Application information

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,238 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition, band 2 Source

International applicants: GBP 19,315 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition, band 2 Source

Duration: Full time: 2-4 years Part time: 4-8 years

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