Geographical Sciences (PhD, MSc by research) at University of Bristol

Programme overview

The School of Geographical Sciences is a leading international centre for research. In the Times Higher Education analysis of the Research Excellence Framework assessment (2021), we were ranked joint first in the UK for Geography and Environmental Studies. The graduate school is integral to this success.

Duration: Up to four years full-time, up to eight years part-time | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Intake: Most students will start in September, however other dates can be considered. | Location: Bristol, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Details of the PGR programme structure derive from the wider Faculty and University regulations and are subject to specifications aligned with your research group. There are no taught elements to the programme unless explicitly specified within your funding body's terms and conditions. Each student will complete an annual progress review.

Career pathways

Students who complete a PhD in Physical Geography typically move on to careers in academia (post-doctoral research, lectureships), further research in government or private institutes, environmental consultancy, teaching, the civil service, computer programming, or IT consultancy, among other fields.

Official programme page

Application information

Entry requirements

An upper second-class honours degree (or an equivalent qualification) in a relevant subject. English language: profile level E.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,343 a year (2027/28). full-time per year; 2027 entry, subject to annual review. Source

International applicants: GBP 28,300 a year (2027/28). full-time per year; 2027 entry, subject to annual review. Source

Intake: Most students will start in September, however other dates can be considered.

Duration: Up to four years full-time, up to eight years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.bristol.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/apply/start-application/

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