Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Marine Science and Technology: Fees & Entry Requirements at University of Massachusetts - Dartmouth, USA

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Marine Science and Technology

USA

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What will I learn?

The School for Marine Sciences & Technology’s (SMAST) PhD in Marine Science and Technology program emphasizes societal need-driven research and learning in an interdisciplinary environment. The PhD program focuses on observations, modeling, experimentation, and theory in the areas of ocean sciences, ocean technology, and marine policy.Students work independently as well as collaboratively with our faculty as well as colleagues from other most highly regarded institutions to pursue a range of leading-edge research projects. Topical areas include, but are not limited to the following:Biochemical cyclingCoastal Ecosystem Dynamics and RestorationComputational ModelingFisheries ScienceMarine Renewable EnergyOcean Physics

Which department am I in?

School for Marine Science and Technology

Study options

Full Time (6 Semesters)

Tuition fees
$45,711.00 (38,56,817) per year
Technology Fee - 374.94
Application deadline

15/12/2026

Start date

January 2027

Venue

Dartmouth

285 Old Westport Road,

Dartmouth,

Massachusetts,

02747, Northeast, United States

Full Time (6 Semesters)

Tuition fees
$45,711.00 (38,56,817) per year
Technology Fee - 374.94
Start date

September 2027

Venue

Dartmouth

285 Old Westport Road,

Dartmouth,

Massachusetts,

02747, Northeast, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

Statement of Purpose, minimum 300 words. Unless otherwise indicated in the program requirement details, indicate your graduate study objectives, research interests and experience, and business or industry experience if applicable. If you are applying for a teaching or research assistantship, include any special skills or experience that would assist us in making assistantship decisions.ResumeTranscripts for all post-secondary institutions attended (regardless of whether a credential is earned or not). Unofficial transcripts are accepted for admissions application review, once enrolled a final official transcript is required. International students applying with an transcript evaluation, please submit that document with your unofficial transcripts. International applicants for Data Science must submit semester-by-semester transcripts as well as consolidated transcripts. Candidates must submit the required application materials, university requirements and program-specific requirements, for consideration.Completion of an undergraduate or graduate degree with a GPA of 3.00 or higher.Completion of an undergraduate major in one of the basic scientific disciplines or engineering, or strong multidisciplinary training.Completion of at least six semesters of coursework in the natural sciences, generally to include biology, chemistry, and/or physics.Preparation in mathematics at least through integral calculus is strongly encouraged. GRE is optional.3 letters of recommendation. Applicants will be required to provide the recommenders name and email address so we can contact the recommender for the letter of recommendation.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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