Marine Sciences (funding) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

How do sandy clinoforms develop on the shelves of volcanic islands?

The University of Manchester Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences

Clinoforms are inclined stratigraphic surfaces that encompass rounded sedimentary bodies which build out from shallow to deeper water environments. Read more

Supervisors: Dr N Mitchell, Dr I Kane, Dr R Quartau

Year round applications PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Paleo-modelling of the Red Sea

The University of Manchester Department of Mechanical, Aerospace and Civil Engineering

The Red Sea is a semi-enclosed basin, with limited connections to the open ocean, with narrow and shallow straits operating a strong control on exchanges between the Red Sea and the wider ocean. Read more

Supervisors: Dr G Lane-Serff, Dr N Mitchell, Dr D Apsley

28 April 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Improved solution algorithms for efficient and robust Computational Fluid Dynamics modelling

The University of Manchester Department of Mechanical, Aerospace and Civil Engineering

Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulation software is at the core of present-day engineering practice as well as academic research in virtually any… Read more

Supervisor: Dr G Giustini

Year round applications PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Exchange of water between the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden recorded at DSDP Site 229

The University of Manchester Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences

The Red Sea is relatively isolated from the Indian Ocean by a shallow sill near its connection with the Gulf of Aden at the Bab el Mandeb Strait. Read more

Supervisors: Dr N Mitchell, Dr D Liebrand

Year round applications PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Go On, Disturb the Flow

University of Southampton Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences

Supervisory Team. Dr. Swathi Krishna, Prof. Bharath Ganapathisubramani. Project description. If you are a student of aerodynamics, chances are that you have drawn a conventional airfoil with nice, laminar incoming flow at some point. Read more

Supervisor: Dr S Krishna

31 August 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Ocean’s Methane sensing using novel surface plasmon resonance technology

University of Southampton Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences

Supervisory Team: Rand Ismaeel, Matthew Mowlem. Project description. Ocean monitoring is a critical need, and it is closely related to human survival. Read more

Supervisor: Dr R Ismaeel

Year round applications PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Greenhouse Gas Detection Using Silicon Photonics Platform

University of Southampton Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences

Supervisory Team: Rand Ismaeel, Milos Nedeljkovic . Project Description. This exciting multidisciplinary PhD project aims to develop a new class of marine sensors based on cutting-edge MID-IR silicon photonics research. Read more

Supervisor: Dr R Ismaeel

Year round applications PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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The application of machine-learning to establish baselines and assess change in sensitive marine habitats

University of the Highlands and Islands Scottish Association for Marine Science

This is an exciting and unparalleled opportunity to join an international team of researchers using automated (machine-learning) based image analysis to map benthos on the Greenlandic shelf and shelf edge. Read more

Supervisors: Dr T Wilding, Dr J Marlow, Dr J Halpin, Dr N Zwershke

16 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Sensory processing and signal assessment during communication, Biosciences – PhD (Funded)

University of Exeter Department of Biosciences

Supervisors. Dr Laura Kelley, University of Exeter. Dr Jolyon Troscianko, University of Exeter. Location: Centre for Ecology and Conservation, Penryn Campus, Cornwall. Read more

Supervisors: Dr L Kelley, Dr J Troscianko

12 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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PhD opportunities in the Department of Geography

University of Sheffield Department of Geography

Department of Geography. With an international reputation for research excellence, the department offers exciting opportunities to conduct research that has a real global impact. Read more

Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide) Social Sciences Research Programme

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Getting up to speed with satellite broadband

Aberdeen University School of Engineering

These projects are open to students worldwide, but have no funding attached. Therefore, the successful applicant will be expected to fund tuition fees at the relevant level (home or international) and any applicable additional research costs. Read more

Supervisors: Prof G Fairhurst, Dr R Secchi

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Application of digital holography for marine science

Aberdeen University School of Engineering

These projects are open to students worldwide, but have no funding attached. Therefore, the successful applicant will be expected to fund tuition fees at the relevant level (home or international) and any applicable additional research costs. Read more

Supervisors: Dr T Thevar, Dr K Nakkeeran

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Revealing low abundant but highly active nitrifiers in coastal sediments

University of Glasgow College of Science and Engineering

Nitrification is a key global biogeochemical pathway oxidising the most reduced form of nitrogen –ammonia (NH. 3. ), to nitrite (NO) (ammonia oxidation, AO) and then nitrate (nitrite oxidation, NO). Read more

Supervisor: Prof CJ Smith

3 May 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Exploring Artificial Intelligence to Develop the Analysis of Acoustic and Archival Telemetry Data: Unveiling Insights into Shark Movement

Edinburgh Napier University School of Applied Sciences

. *Please note that the closing date for this project has been brought forward* . The novel integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in analysing telemetry data represents a paradigm shift, offering unprecedented insights into fish behaviour and responses to environmental changes. Read more

Supervisors: Dr J Thorburn, Prof K Diele, Prof T Horváth

29 April 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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On Analysis and Design of Submerged Wave Energy Devices

University of Dundee School of Science and Engineering

We invite applications for a Ph.D. position in Marine Hydrodynamics and Ocean Engineering at the University of Dundee, Scotland. The project aims in analyzing new generation of wave energy devices that are fully submerged, namely an Oscillating Submerged Disc, and a Wave Carpet. Read more

Supervisors: Dr M Hayatdavoodi, Prof P Lin

30 June 2024 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Extensions of the Alber equation and statistical modulation instability analysis for crossing seas

University of Dundee School of Science and Engineering

It is well known that nonlinear dispersive equations exhibit modulation instability, a phenomenon linked to extreme events such as rogue waves. Read more

Supervisors: Dr A Athanassoulis, Dr I Kyza

30 June 2024 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Ocean Mixing Parameterisation via Categorisation of Nonlinear Flow Structures - Project 2: Experimental Validation

University of Dundee School of Science and Engineering

One of the key challenges for large-scale climate models is to accurately parameterise the mixing which occurs in the oceans. Such mixing occurs at small-scales, well below the grid-resolution of the climate models, and consists of the turbulent exchange of heat and salt between neighbouring regions of fluid. Read more

Supervisors: Dr A Cuthbertson, Dr T Eaves, Dr A Guha

30 June 2024 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Ocean Mixing Parameterisation via Categorisation of Nonlinear Flow Structures - Project 1: Mathematical Model Development

University of Dundee School of Science and Engineering

One of the key challenges for large-scale climate models is to accurately parameterise the mixing which occurs in the oceans. Such mixing occurs at small-scales, well below the grid-resolution of the climate models, and consists of the turbulent exchange of heat and salt between neighbouring regions of fluid. Read more

Supervisors: Dr T Eaves, Dr A Cuthbertson, Dr A Guha

30 June 2024 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Role of symbiotic microbes of phytoplankton in future ocean carbon storage and productivity

Imperial College London Department of Life Sciences

Marine phytoplankton has a key impact on global carbon and nitrogen cycles. However, their growth is strongly influenced by other smaller microbes, such as bacteria and fungi, that live in the ‘phycosphere’. Read more

Supervisors: Prof T Bell, Dr F Liu, Dr A Shevchuk, Prof Y Korchev

17 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Incorporating ecological modelling into 3D simulation of marine growth on man-made structures

Aberdeen University School of Biological Sciences

The University of Aberdeen is an internationally recognised centre for excellence for research addressing the global challenges of energy transition, environment and biodiversity, social inclusion and cultural diversity, health, nutrition and wellbeing, and data and artificial intelligence. Read more

Supervisors: Dr K Gormley, Dr M Kapitaniak, Dr A Madgett, Dr T Wilding, Dr J Marlow

13 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Resilient design of floating wind turbines exposed to climate change effects based on sustainable structural health monitoring and early warning systems

University of Liverpool School of Engineering

The EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Net Zero Maritime Energy solutions (N0MES) has a 4-year funded PhD place available for an exceptional researcher. Read more

Supervisor: Dr L Di Sarno

20 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Real-time risk assessment of meteorological hazards to coastal energy infrastructure

University of Liverpool School of Environmental Sciences

The EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Net Zero Maritime Energy solutions (N0MES) has a 4-year funded PhD place available for an exceptional researcher. Read more

Supervisors: Prof J Cooper, Dr J Higham

20 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Nature-based protection of coastal electricity assets: Optimal design of Coir in combating coastal erosion through habitat restoration

University of Liverpool School of Environmental Sciences

The EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Net Zero Maritime Energy solutions (N0MES) has a 4-year funded PhD place available for an exceptional researcher. Read more

Supervisors: Prof J Cooper, Prof N Leonardi, Prof A Plater

20 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Asset-scale nowcasting of the impact of scour on coastal electricity transmission infrastructure

University of Liverpool School of Environmental Sciences

The EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Net Zero Maritime Energy solutions (N0MES) has a 4-year funded PhD place available for an exceptional researcher. Read more

Supervisors: Prof J Cooper, Dr K Clark

20 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Planning for climate resilient energy infrastructure in the coastal zone

University of Liverpool School of Environmental Sciences

The EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Net Zero Maritime Energy solutions (N0MES) has a 4-year funded PhD place available for an exceptional researcher. Read more

Supervisors: Dr C Lyddon, Prof A Plater

20 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Digging into anthropogenic vibrations: investigating the impacts of noise on the physiology and behaviour of benthic and infaunal invertebrates

University of Liverpool Faculty of Science and Engineering

The EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Net Zero Maritime Energy solutions (N0MES) has a 4-year funded PhD place available for an exceptional researcher. Read more

Supervisors: Dr J Thomson, Dr L Roberts

20 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Assessing how climate change will impact Cumbrian Coastal Lines (low value of service, but strategically important routes), with a focus on critical infrastructure for freight and energy material transport

University of Liverpool School of Environmental Sciences

The EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Net Zero Maritime Energy solutions (N0MES) has a 4-year funded PhD place available for an exceptional researcher. Read more

Supervisor: Prof NM Macdonald

20 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Evaluation of Corrosion-Fatigue Behaviour in Offshore Wind Turbine Substructures

University of Strathclyde EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Wind and Marine Energy Systems and Structures

Originally, the inside surface of offshore wind turbine structures was designed to be dry, and so ‘in air’ fatigue crack growth rate (FCGR) laws should have been relevant. Read more

Supervisor: Prof A Mehmanparast

Year round applications PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)

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Process-based model tools for prediction of scour around offshore structural foundations

University of Liverpool School of Engineering

The EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Net Zero Maritime Energy solutions (N0MES) has a 4-year funded PhD place available for an exceptional researcher. Read more

Supervisors: Dr M Li, Dr YZ Zhou

20 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Process-based modelling of long-term morphological impacts from offshore marine renewable energy installations

University of Liverpool School of Engineering

The EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Net Zero Maritime Energy solutions (N0MES) has a 4-year funded PhD place available for an exceptional researcher. Read more

Supervisor: Dr M Li

20 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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We have 45 Marine Sciences (funding) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Marine Sciences (funding) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 45 Marine Sciences (funding) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

How do sandy clinoforms develop on the shelves of volcanic islands?

Paleo-modelling of the Red Sea

Improved solution algorithms for efficient and robust Computational Fluid Dynamics modelling

Exchange of water between the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden recorded at DSDP Site 229

Go On, Disturb the Flow

Ocean’s Methane sensing using novel surface plasmon resonance technology

Greenhouse Gas Detection Using Silicon Photonics Platform

The application of machine-learning to establish baselines and assess change in sensitive marine habitats

Sensory processing and signal assessment during communication, Biosciences – PhD (Funded)

PhD opportunities in the Department of Geography

Getting up to speed with satellite broadband

Application of digital holography for marine science

Revealing low abundant but highly active nitrifiers in coastal sediments

Exploring Artificial Intelligence to Develop the Analysis of Acoustic and Archival Telemetry Data: Unveiling Insights into Shark Movement

On Analysis and Design of Submerged Wave Energy Devices

Extensions of the Alber equation and statistical modulation instability analysis for crossing seas

Ocean Mixing Parameterisation via Categorisation of Nonlinear Flow Structures - Project 2: Experimental Validation

Ocean Mixing Parameterisation via Categorisation of Nonlinear Flow Structures - Project 1: Mathematical Model Development

Role of symbiotic microbes of phytoplankton in future ocean carbon storage and productivity

Incorporating ecological modelling into 3D simulation of marine growth on man-made structures

Resilient design of floating wind turbines exposed to climate change effects based on sustainable structural health monitoring and early warning systems

Real-time risk assessment of meteorological hazards to coastal energy infrastructure

Nature-based protection of coastal electricity assets: Optimal design of Coir in combating coastal erosion through habitat restoration

Asset-scale nowcasting of the impact of scour on coastal electricity transmission infrastructure

Planning for climate resilient energy infrastructure in the coastal zone

Digging into anthropogenic vibrations: investigating the impacts of noise on the physiology and behaviour of benthic and infaunal invertebrates

Assessing how climate change will impact Cumbrian Coastal Lines (low value of service, but strategically important routes), with a focus on critical infrastructure for freight and energy material transport

Evaluation of Corrosion-Fatigue Behaviour in Offshore Wind Turbine Substructures

Process-based model tools for prediction of scour around offshore structural foundations

Process-based modelling of long-term morphological impacts from offshore marine renewable energy installations

We have 45 Marine Sciences (funding) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Marine Sciences (funding) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 45 Marine Sciences (funding) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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