Quantitative Marine Science

With the help of the Doctoral Degree
in Quantitative Marine Science at the University of Tasmania demonstrate a systemic and critical understanding of a substantial and complex body of knowledge of a subject within or across academic disciplines or areas of professional practice.

The Doctoral Degree in Quantitative Marine Science Quantitative Marine Science at the University of Tasmania University of Tasmania  is a course of supervised research and professional development conducted over 3-4 years (full-time) or 6-8 years (part-time), culminating in the examination of a thesis or creative equivalent, by at least two external examiners.

Key facts

• PhD candidates are provided with a range of training activities and career development opportunities that assist in developing high-level research, communication and management skills. 

• The skills obtained will give you an edge with future employment opportunities.  This training is currently delivered via concurrent enrolment in the Graduate Diploma of Quantitative Marine and Antarctic Science.

• The University also offers candidates opportunities to engage in research seminars, present at conferences and participate in skill development workshops.

• The campus of study will vary depending on the location of the candidate, the supervisor and the research field.

Learning outcomes

• Make an original and substantial contribution to knowledge of a subject within or across academic disciplines or areas of professional practice.

• Demonstrate a detailed understanding of applicable techniques for research and advanced academic enquiry.

• Evaluate the appropriateness and usefulness of various perspectives, methods and processes in research projects.

• Independently and systematically develop, adapt and implement research methodologies to extend and redefine existing knowledge or professional practice.

• Expert technical and creative skills applicable to the field of work or learning.

• Critically analyse, evaluate and synthesise new and complex ideas.

• Work collaboratively in a team, recognising the need for and value of complementary expertise/skill sets, and work productively with other people.

Milestones include:

• Draft Research Plan

• Confirmation of Candidature

• Annual Reviews of Progress

• Thesis or creative equivalent submission for examination no later than 48 months equivalent full-time enrolment