Physical Oceanography

Collaborate with us

Whether you’re a researcher seeking to collaborate or you're planning to do a PhD, find out how to research with us.

We are ideally placed to bring together experts in:

  • the role of ocean circulation on the global climate system
  • the influence of ocean-atmosphere coupling on climate variability and change
  • how to forecast water levels, currents, winds, salinity and water temperatures
  • interactions between physical and biogeochemical processes in shelf seas
  • the impact of sea-level rise and flooding on coastal communities and ecosystems

Ways we work with organisations

  • Numerical modelling of tides, ocean currents, salinity and water temperatures.
  • Deploying instruments to measure ocean currents, salinity, water temperature and turbulence.
  • Analysis of extreme water levels, waves, winds and currents.
  • Determining rates of sea level rise using tide gauge records and satellite altimetry.
  • Working with communities on the coast to map flooding and erosion and development of adaptable management approaches.
  • Informing and developing policies relating to physical oceanography.
  • Participating in large scale physical oceanography studies.

Check out our publications section to see many examples of successful PhD projects and international collaborations.

Study for a PhD with us

If you join us as a PhD student, you’ll be part of an inspiring and supportive research environment at the National Oceanography Centre. ¸£Àû×ÅÆ¬ out about the current research degree opportunities.

Contact us

If you'd like to work with our group, contact Professor Ivan Haigh. Email: i.d.haigh@soton.ac.uk