Human Geography (PhD, MSc by research) at University of Bristol

Programme overview

We have a large and vibrant postgraduate community, currently with over 100 postgraduate research students. Our postgraduate community is diverse, and over half of our postgraduate research students are international. Bristol Geography offers an exceptional academic environment for postgraduate research.

Department: School of Geographical Sciences | 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 2027. | 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

Academic research and teaching, NGO research, education, civil service research and administration, policy analysis and development, industry, market research, consultancy, journalism, writing and communications, advocacy and activism, community development, and project management.

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Application information

Entry requirements

An upper second-class honours degree in a relevant subject or an equivalent qualification and a master's qualification from a UK university (or equivalent). The School of Geographical Sciences, like many other schools and departments across the University, is committed to efforts to decolonise our curricula and transform our research and teaching as part of these efforts. We especially welcome applicants interested in supporting this work, and we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, life experiences, and geographies to apply. English language: profile level D.

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 2027.

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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