Structured PhD Programme - PhD in Mathematics and Statistics

University of Limerick

The structured PhD programme is the advancement of knowledge through a high-quality experience of original research which is integrated with professional development. It develops students’ research knowledge and transferable skills through a formalised and integrated programme of activities. This programme develops advanced research skills for postgraduate research students in Science and Engineering Faculty. The PhD consists of two stages: the structured (taught modules) and the research element.The structured PhD provides a taught in a core programme that develops transferable research skills.The structured element also provides specialist disciplinary teaching to bring understanding to international research levels.The research element develops skills for graduates to be active and autonomous researchers.

Faculty of Science and Engineering