Centre for Sustainable Aquatic Research (CSAR) Marine Ecology Project
Applied marine research project examining microalgae cultivation, recirculating aquaculture systems, and coastal benthic habitat restoration in Swansea Bay.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- BSc or MSc in Marine Biology, Zoology, or Environmental Science with 2:1 honours
- English language proficiency
- IELTS 6.5 overall
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Fieldwork experience and laboratory summary
- Recommendation letters
- Two academic supervisor letters
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- £1,450 monthly research stipend plus coastal research vessel access
- Application fee
- £0
- Tuition / joining costs
- N/A (Funded marine research placement)
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- March 31, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Swansea University documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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