University of Limerick - Post Grad Research: Mathematics & Statistics

Course Overview/Contact:

1. The PhD consists of two stages: the structured (taught modules) and the research element.
2. The structured PhD provides a taught in a core programme that develops transferable research skills.
3. The structured element also provides specialist disciplinary teaching to bring understanding to international research levels.
4. The research element develops skills for graduates to be active and autonomous researchers.

Contact
Dr. Kerry Hagan
Structured PhD Coordinator
Faculty of Science & Engineering
Tel: +353-61-213099
Email: Kerry.Hagan@ul.ie

Programme Content:

• The Structured PhD contains the Taught component (minimum 30 credits) and Research Element (240-330 credits)
• Taught component consists of general transferable research skills (18 credits: 6 modules at 3 credits each), and subject-specific modules (minimum 12 credits). The research element comprises the remaining 240-330 credits.

Entry Requirements:

1. Applicants will normally be expected to hold an Honours degree (minimum 2.1) or equivalent in a discipline appropriate to their area of proposed research.
2. Entry points may differ for applicants with postgraduate qualifications. Please contact the Course Director for further information.