STEM

PhD on the Basis of Prior Published Works in Biological Sciences at University of Plymouth

Programme overview

This part-time doctoral route allows research-active candidates who have not previously registered for a higher degree to submit a collection of published works, or works made available in the public domain, for the award of a PhD in Biological Sciences. Research supervised by staff working in ecology and evolution, marine biology, ecophysiology, developmental biology, animal behaviour, conservation biology and biological responses to global change.

Faculty: School of Biological and Marine Sciences | Department: Biological Sciences | Duration: Part-time, maximum 12 months after approval of the prima facie case | Study mode: part-time | Location: Plymouth, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

There are no taught modules. Candidates prepare a research portfolio with the support of an experienced Director of Studies, evidencing a systematic study with independent, critical and original powers and a distinct contribution to knowledge. The portfolio includes an integrative summary of 7,500-15,000 words that critically synthesises the submitted outputs as a single coherent research project.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants are considered case by case; the programme is open only to experienced professionals with a proven track record in innovation within the domain. Application has two phases: an Expression of Interest (no fee) comprising an abstract of up to 300 words, a list of the works on which the submission is likely to be based and a CV of no more than 5 pages, followed, if the Faculty confirms it can support the research, by a full prima facie application (reading fee payable) within three months of the Phase 1 outcome. Applicants are asked to identify and contact a potential supervisor. The Faculty Doctoral Committee decides whether a prima facie case exists.

Duration: 0-1 year OR 1 year maximum