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课程模式 :
- Mode 1: 3 years (Full Time), 12 months completed at Aston University, UK + 24 months completed at THEi. (Research in Aston University can be split into multiple periods, as long as the total duration meets the 12-month requirement.)
- Mode 2: 3 years (Full Time), completed at THEi (Attendance at Aston University is NOT required).
- Mode 3: 6 years (Part Time), completed at THEi (Attendance at Aston University is NOT required).
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This unique programme provides access to the combined resources and research facilities of both institutions, ensuring comprehensive academic support and guidance for the candidate during his/her PhD studies.
课程宗旨
就业前景
Graduates will be awarded a PhD degree from Aston University, an internationally renowned university in the UK. This advanced qualification with worldwide recognition equips graduates with highly specialized knowledge and expertise, rigorous analytical capabilities, and the ability to drive innovation—qualities highly sought after in academia, industry, and policymaking.
This PhD degree enables its holder to managerial and leadership roles in research and development, higher education, strategic consulting, and technology-driven sectors, where they utilize their analytical and problem-solving skills to overcome complex challenges. The degree fosters critical thinking, independent research skills, and cross-disciplinary collaboration, making graduates invaluable in academic, corporate, industry and charitable settings.
For those interested in advancing in academia, a PhD degree is a fundamental credential for research excellence, and is crucial for career advancement in universities and tertiary institutions as senior academics such as professors and respected scholars.
课程指定入学条件
Applicants for the Aston-THEi Offshore PhD Programme at the College of Engineering and Physical Sciences (EPS) at Aston University should have been awarded, or expect to achieve, the equivalent of a UK Masters degree in a relevant subject with a 60% or higher weighted average, and/or a First or Upper Second Class Honours Bachelor’s degree. For qualifications obtained outside the UK, Aston University will determine equivalence according to its own criteria.
Entry may be allowed to exceptional candidates who can demonstrate the required knowledge and capabilities for PhD level study, but do not fulfil all of the above criteria. These will be judged on a case-by-case basis.
All applicants must satisfy Aston University English language requirements, with minimum IELTS overall score of 6.5, or minimum TOFEL overall scores of 93, or minimum PEARSON overall score of 67. Minimum scores for individual bands also apply. For details, please refer to Aston University website:
https://www.aston.ac.uk/international/english-language-requirements
Applicants must submit a full detailed research proposal at the time of application.
Entry requirements vary by subject discipline. Applicants who are interested in pursuing a PhD study in subject disciplines outside EPS, please visit https://www.aston.ac.uk/courses/research-degreesphd and/or contact THEi Research Office for further information.
学费
Tuition fees will be billed directly by Aston University. For reference, the annual tuition fee for Engineering and Physical Sciences is £19,200 for the 2025/26 academic year. See https://www.aston.ac.uk/postgraduate-research/fees-and-funding/tuition-fees for more information. Aston University reserves full right to adjust tuition fees in accordance with its policy.
Part-time students who opt for 6 years completion of the PhD programme will be charged tuition fees on a pro-rata basis.
A writing up fee is chargeable for students whose PhD takes longer than 3 years (full-time) and 6 years (part-time).
您的PhD
Each PhD is unique to the researcher. The PhD will be shaped by you and your supervisors who will guide and mentor you through your research journey. In addition to providing technical advice and support, they will support you in your development as a researcher.
You will receive a comprehensive induction at the start of the PhD where you will also get to (virtually) meet other PhD researchers. You will learn about the PhD process and be introduced to key tools in research methodology including ethics. Throughout the PhD you will have access to a comprehensive range of training and development opportunities with you in control of deciding what to focus on based on your personal training needs.
Towards the end of your first year (second year for part-time candidates) you will submit a qualifying report and undertake a viva. You will need to demonstrate your knowledge and understanding of the research area together with a clear research proposal for completing the PhD. This is an excellent opportunity to bring together the first stage of your PhD and demonstrate your capability to independent examiners.
Upon successful completion of the qualifying report and viva, you will progress with your research. You will have opportunities to present your work both internally and externally at leading conferences. A key outcome of a PhD is producing work of a publishable quality with the aim to submit your research to a leading journal.
At the end of the PhD you will submit your final thesis describing your research in detail. You will be examined on the thesis and a viva by examiners who will assess your creation of new knowledge, understanding of the discipline, ability to undertake research and understanding of research methodologies.
