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PhD of Geography

Clark University

Worcester, United States
English
On campus
PhD

About the program

A 4-year doctoral programme in Geography at Memorial University.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Learners studying Geography can develop the ability to interpret environmental or natural-system data
Evaluate human impacts
And propose evidence-based approaches to resource or sustainability challenges
And conduct and communicate an original research project where this is a research doctorate. These are indicative learning goals
Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.

Career outcomes

Environmental Program Assistant
Sustainability Analyst
Agricultural Research Assistant

Curriculum

Courses
A comprehensive examination and a substantial thesis across human and physical geography
Environmental studies and spatial analysis.

Entry requirements

Academic

Previous degree transcripts
Resume
Personal statement and three academic recommendation letters
No minimum GPA published
GRE optional for the Fall 2026 cycle.

Accepted academic background

Previous degree transcripts, Resume, Personal statement, 3 academic letters of recommendation, Writing samples for Psychology, Geography, History and Genocide Studies Ph.D.s

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 85
Duolingo 120
PTE Academic 61

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts
Curriculum Vitae
Personal Statement
Recommendation Letters
English Proficiency Evidence

How to apply

Review the graduate programme admission criteria and application dates. Complete the online graduate application on the official university website. Upload the required academic qualifications and programme-specific supporting documents. Provide evidence of language proficiency if required. Pay the application fee if applicable. Submit the completed application and await the admission decision.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$62,070 USD
Application fee	$75 USD
Deposit	_

Program details

Campus	Main campus, Worcester
Faculty or school	Graduate School of Geography
Department	Geography
Teaching language	English
Credit value	_
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1 year
Scholarship note	Scholarships may be available for eligible applicants, Award amounts, Conditions and program eligibility require confirmation.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
15 Dec 2026
31 days left

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Frequently asked questions

The next deadline is 15 Dec 2026. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.