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Doctor of Philosophy in Polar Studies (Scott Polar Research Institute) at University of Cambridge

University of Cambridge, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Research in polar studies embraces both the natural sciences and social sciences and humanities. The PhD in Polar Studies is a full-time, three-year research degree (or 4 to 7 years part-time) examined by a thesis. A successful thesis will represent a substantial contribution to knowledge and will also represent a realistic amount of work for three years of full-time study (or equivalent part-time).

Faculty: School of the Physical Sciences  |  Department: Scott Polar Research Institute  |  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

In the first year, students attend a comprehensive training programme based around lectures, seminars, and workshops on fundamental ideas in geography, the design of research projects, and empirical methods and techniques.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants for this course should have achieved a High II.i Honours Degree. English language: IELTS (Academic) 7.0 overall with at least 7.0 in each element.

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,208 a year (2027/28). Arts Rate: University Composition Fee (tuition) for 2027 entry; maintenance/living costs excluded. Source

International applicants: GBP 33,876 a year (2027/28). Arts Rate: University Composition Fee (tuition) for 2027 entry; maintenance/living costs excluded. Source

Intake: October 2027

Duration: 3-4 years full-time; 4-7 years part-time

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