OpenFieldDoctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Marine Biology and Deep-Sea Ecology
Doctoral research conducted within the Department of Life and Environmental Sciences (DiSVA), studying deep-sea Mediterranean biodiversity, cold-water coral reefs, and climate impacts on marine food webs.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Master's degree in Marine Biology, Oceanography, Ecology, or Biological Sciences
- English language proficiency
- IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL iBT 78 (B2 English)
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Demonstrated skills in benthic taxonomy, environmental genomics, or oceanic sampling
- Recommendation letters
- Two academic referee letters
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Full 3-year ministerial scholarship: €16,243/year net (€19,000 gross) + oceanographic cruise funding
- Application fee
- €30
- Tuition / joining costs
- €0 (Doctoral researchers are exempt from tuition fees)
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- November 15, 2026 (Winter Intake) / June 30, 2027 (Annual Cycle)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Marche Polytechnic University documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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