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PhD in Marine Physics — study plan

King Abdulaziz University Faculty of Marine Sciences

Credit hours
54
Levels
4
Courses
12
Degree
phd

The PhD in Marine Physics study plan at King Abdulaziz University is an accredited phd programme spanning about 2 years (4 academic levels), requiring 54 credit hours across 12 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.

Level 1 6 credits

Code Course Credits
MP 711 Physical Oceanography 3
MP 712 Data Processing 3

Level 2 14 credits

Code Course Credits
MP 721 Atmospheric and Ocean Processes 2
MP 722 Ocean Dynamics 2
MP 723 Coastal and shelf dynamics 2
MP 724 Numerical modeling 2
MP 725 Ocean Waves 2
MP 726 Large-scale ocean processes 2
MP 727 Remote sensing of the Ocean 2

Level 3 4 credits

Code Course Credits
MP 730 Ocean optics 2
MP 731 Acoustical oceanography 2

Level 4-6 30 credits

Code Course Credits
MP 799 Dissertation 30

This plan is transcribed from the university's official source. Always confirm the plan approved for your own cohort before registering. Official source

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Frequently asked questions about PhD in Marine Physics

How many credit hours is PhD in Marine Physics at King Abdulaziz University?

PhD in Marine Physics at King Abdulaziz University requires completing 54 credit hours to graduate, spread across 12 courses.

How many years is PhD in Marine Physics at King Abdulaziz University?

The study plan for PhD in Marine Physics spans about 2 years (4 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.

What degree does PhD in Marine Physics award?

PhD in Marine Physics at King Abdulaziz University awards a PhD degree after completing 54 credit hours.

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