PhD/MPhil Planetary Science at University of Manchester

Programme overview

Study the planets, moons and dust that formed our Solar System. Planetary science research investigates the physical and chemical processes that controlled the formation and evolution of the Solar System and of the asteroidal and planetary bodies it hosts. As a postgraduate researcher in this Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences research theme, you'll work within the Isotope Geochemistry and Cosmochemistry group, with projects spanning isotope geochemistry, cosmochemistry, and planetary science.

Faculty: Faculty of Science and Engineering | Department: Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences | Duration: PhD 3-4 Years Full-Time, MPhil 1 year Full-Time | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Research in the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences covers three main research themes ; earth and planetary science, environment and society, and life on earth. Planetary Scienceapplies a fundamental knowledge of isotopes and chemistry together with new observations to understand natural systems.

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Entry requirements

The standard academic entry requirement for this PhD is an upper second-class (2:1) honours degree in a discipline directly relevant to the PhD (or international equivalent) OR any upper-second class (2:1) honours degree and a Master’s degree at merit in a discipline directly relevant to the PhD (or international equivalent). Other combinations of qualifications and research or work experience may also be considered. English language: IELTS 6.5 overall with a minimum of 6 in writing and listening, and 5.5. in all other sub-tests. Interview: An interview is required for entry to this programme of study.

Domestic applicants: GBP 8,100 a year (2027/28). PhD (full-time); Band B fee band Source

International applicants: GBP 31,400 a year (2027/28). PhD (full-time); Band A fee band Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: PhD 3-4 Years Full-Time, MPhil 1 year Full-Time

Apply through the official page: https://www.se.manchester.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-research/getting-started/applying/

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