Overview
The 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.
The Published Works in Biological Sciences course from University of Plymouth is part-time with a maximum duration of 12 months. Candidates will work towards producing a research portfolio that will evidence they have:
- personally made a systematic study
- shown independent, critical and original powers; and
- made a distinct contribution to knowledge.
Ecology and Evolution Research Group
Investigating relationships between organisms and their environment to better inform scientific understanding and management of biodiversity.
Programme Structure
- To obtain additional information about the programme, we kindly suggest that you visit the programme website, where you can find further details and relevant resources.
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 120. The Duolingo English Test is a convenient, fast, and affordable English proficiency test trusted by top universities around the world. Take it online in just one hour—anywhere, any time. Scores are reported out of 160 in 5 point increments.
- PTE Academic: 59. PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English) is a language test that enables students to demonstrate their writing, listening, speaking, and reading skills when applying to study in English. The score refers to a total score which ranges between 10 and 90.
- IELTS: 6.5. The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading).
Other requirements
General requirements
- Applicants will be considered on a case-by-case basis. However, the programme is only open to experienced professionals with a proven track record in innovation within the domain.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International: 16,010 AUD / year (≈ 8,435 GBP / year). International tuition fees apply to students who are not citizens or permanent residents of the study country. In some regions, like the EU/EEA, or under certain agreements, students from partner countries may also pay domestic fees.
- Domestic: 9,942 AUD / year (≈ 5,238 GBP / year). Tuition fee for the domestic students.
Living costs
Plymouth, United Kingdom: 1,387-2,633 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Scholarships
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Published Works in Biological Sciences. You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

