Doctor of Philosophy in Geography at University of Cambridge

The Department of Geography welcomes applications from well-qualified candidates with previous training in geography or a related discipline and, normally, a relevant master's qualification. The PhD is a full-time, three-year research degree (or four-seven years part-time) examined by a thesis. In the first year, students attend a training programme based around seminars and workshops dealing with the debates in geography, the practice of developing and designing research projects, and the methods and techniques required to undertake the empirical elements of research.

Faculty: School of the Physical Sciences  |  Department: Department of Geography  |  Duration: 3-4 years full-time; 4-7 years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: October 2027  |  Location: Cambridge, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Thesis / Dissertation The thesis should not exceed 80,000 words and is examined by a compulsory oral examination.

Career pathways

The University also offers a comprehensive range of training courses for personal and professional career development.

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