PhD Geography and Environmental Sciences (Research - Lab-Based) at University of Birmingham

Programme overview

Our Geography and Environmental Sciences PhD, which includes projects in global biogeochemistry, natural hazards, meteorology and climate, biodiversity and ecology, and water sciences, offers postgraduate research opportunities across the full range of the School’s research areas. Funding for these projects is sourced from national research councils, industry, and other partners. This PhD is specifically designed for projects that involve laboratory-based research.

Department: Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences | Duration: PhD: 3 years full-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

Career pathways

We help research students to produce publications arising from their work and encourage them to publish as single authors when appropriate. Many research students are aiming for academic careers and we recognise the importance of providing opportunities for them to be involved in teaching and tutorial work, without compromising their obligations as research students.

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Application information

Entry requirements

2:1 Honours degree and a Masters in a relevant subject.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,400 a year (2027/28). Full-time Source

International applicants: GBP 30,780 a year (2027/28). Full-time Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: PhD: 3 years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://admissions.bham.ac.uk/course-finder-landing-page/?code=LES012

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