Program Overview

PhD (Traditional) - Faculty of Science and Engineering

Brief Description

The traditional PhD programme in the University of Limerick (UL) Faculty of Science and Engineering (S&E) advances knowledge through a high-quality experience of original research. It develops students' original thinking and research capabilities through sustained, independent investigation under the guidance of an academic supervisor, with joint supervisor(s) where applicable.

Overview

The S&E Faculty traditional PhD is a Level 10 programme, as defined by the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) and is weighted at 270 ECTS. It is deemed to be an honours award without classification. To qualify for the PhD degree, a student must be registered with UL for a minimum of three years.

Programme Content

• PhD Thesis (270 ECTS): A thesis submitted for a PhD degree must show evidence of independent enquiry, originality in the methods used and/or in the conclusions drawn and must make an appreciable new contribution to knowledge or thinking in the candidate's field.

Entry Requirements

• Academic requirements:
  • An appropriate NFQ Level 9 Master's (or equivalent) qualification, in a discipline cognate to the intended PhD research area, or
  • An NFQ Level 8 honours primary Bachelor's degree with a minimum classification of 2.1 honours (or equivalent qualification), or
  • An NFQ Level 8 honours primary Bachelor's degree with a minimum classification of 2.2 honours (or equivalent qualification). Students who enrol with a 2.2 honours degree (or equivalent qualification) will be required to undergo a progression review after the first six months of their programme of study.
• English language requirements: Applicants from non-English speaking countries are expected to have a high level of competence in English.

Fees

Fees for all postgraduate programmes are revised on an annual basis. Detailed information on fee schedules and fee regulations is available. Payment by instalment is facilitated.

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