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. 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.
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January 2027
University of Limerick
University of Limerick, Limerick,
Limerick,
V94 T9PX, Munster, Republic of Ireland
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.
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