PhD Physical Geography at University of Hull

Programme overview

Research degrees in human geography, physical geography and earth science, joining established research groups of staff, postdoctoral researchers and postgraduate researchers. Specialisms include mass extinction research, simulating water and sediment flows on flood plains and Mars, environmental policy and governance, and historic women's property ownership.

Faculty: Faculty of Science and Engineering | Department: Geography and Earth Science | Duration: PhD: 3 years full-time plus up to 12 months writing up; 6 years part-time plus up to 24 months writing up | Study mode: part-time | Location: Hull, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Independent supervised research on a thesis topic in human geography or physical geography and earth sciences, supported by the PGR Development Programme. Multidisciplinary PhD research between geography and other subject areas is possible.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Faculty of Science and Engineering research degrees in Geography and Earth Science: at least a 2:1 Honours degree (or international equivalent) in a related discipline appropriate to the intended research. International applicants: academic IELTS 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in each skill.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,238 a year (2026/27). Full-time research degree tuition Source

International applicants: GBP 20,600 a year. Full-time research degree tuition Source

Intake: 2027 entry; 2028 entry

Duration: 6 years

Apply through the official page: https://evision.hull.ac.uk/pg-pre-pick.html?course=RPPHGEX

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