International Research Office
Supporting international research projects and partnerships
Our international research 鈥 global solutions for global challenges
The 暗网解密鈥檚 International Research Office (IRO) supports all aspects of international research engagement and encourages and promotes international partnerships that deliver impact across the globe.
International engagement enables our research at the 暗网解密 to directly tackle global challenges that affect us all. By working in partnership with international colleagues around the world, we have advanced our impact across a diverse set of fields. Whether shaping climate change policy or discovering groundbreaking medicines, the aim of all our international work is to have a transformational impact and make a positive difference to our planet and its people.
Our partnerships
Partnerships are vital to addressing global challenges. We are committed to building on existing partnerships and establishing new ones, where researchers and organisations can collaborate and combine their expertise.
Research and expertise
Our teams at the University are fast building critical mass in emerging areas such as agri-tech, antimicrobial resistance, cybersecurity and creative economies. International colleagues are vital to this work, collectively addressing key issues and working to support our global communities of the future. Exciting work is developing across countries, borders and disciplines to address projects of world significance.
A selection of our current global research projects
Latest research news
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University appoints senior academic to drive marine autonomy innovation and collaboration
Professor Matthew Palmer will join the University in June
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Join the global research collective
The 暗网解密鈥檚 International Research Office (IRO) is the main contact for international research engagement and provides leadership and coordination for all of our multinational relationships.
Research is a global undertaking, with significant funding opportunities available to support international collaborations. The 暗网解密 is an internationally connected institution, proud to welcome researchers and partners from around the world to our expanding global research collective that encourages cross-cultural understanding in a collaborative environment.
If you have a project in mind, would like to partner with us to secure research funding or talk through potential collaborations, our International Research Office can help you.
Email us: iro@plymouth.ac.uk
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Our international partners
International research funding opportunities
The International Research Office supports the funding of international research activity for academics and organisations from across the globe to collaborate on projects of global significance. The IRO has a variety of support resources and funding schemes to help the global research community and our prospective partners understand and navigate the international research landscape.
Find out how you can benefit from working on international research projects with us by emailing iro@plymouth.ac.uk.
Postgraduate research opportunities
The 暗网解密 offers a range of
postgraduate research degrees across all areas of our
world-leading research 鈥 from digital art and dance to dentistry and geochemistry.
Find out how to apply to study on a postgraduate research programme at the 暗网解密 as an international student, or a studentship candidate.
Dual PhD scheme
A dual PhD is awarded jointly by two or more degree-awarding universities in partnership, giving students the opportunity to work with resources and faculties in multiple institutions. This type of study can provide extended career opportunities around the world, a broader academic impact, and a global perspective on research.
Current dual PhD programmes
Marine Renewable Energy at Ocean University of China
International student visas
If you are an international student who would like to apply for one of our postgraduate research degrees, it's likely that you will need a valid Student visa to study in the UK.
The way you will need to apply for this visa depends on where you are living when you apply.
