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PhD of Geography and Earth Sciences in Science

Aberystwyth, United Kingdom
3 years
English
On campus
PhD

About the program

Doctor of Philosophy in Geography and Earth Sciences (Science) at Aberystwyth University (Geography and Earth Sciences), studied full-time on campus in Aberystwyth over 3 years.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (3 years): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Formulate original research questions in Geography and Earth Sciences in Science. Select and apply appropriate research methods
critically evaluate evidence
and communicate scholarly findings.

Curriculum

3-year supervised research degree. Students carry out an original project with a supervisor from the department and write it up as a thesis. Applicants submit a research proposal with the application
no taught module list is published on the page.

Entry requirements

Academic

2:1 Bachelors (Honours) degree in a relevant subject area
or equivalent. English Language Requirements IELTS 7.0 with minimum 6.0 in each component
or equivalent Other Requirements Applicants should submit a full research proposal at the point of application

Accepted academic background

Strong bachelor (2:1 equivalent or above) and/or master's degree in a relevant field with a research proposal; identify a supervisor in advance

Language tests

IELTS 7.0 (no component below 6.0)
TOEFL iBT 100
PTE Academic 68
Cambridge C1 Advanced C 169 per component
IELTS Academic 7

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts
Degree Certificate
Personal Statement
Academic References
English Language Test Results
Research Proposal

How to apply

Review the programme entry requirements and the intake deadline. Apply using the postgraduate admissions portal and upload academic records and the supporting documents for your course. Provide English proficiency evidence if required. Follow the admission decision and arrange a student visa if applicable.

Other costs

Tuition per year	£22,870 GBP
Application fee	_
Deposit	_

Program details

Campus	Penglais Campus
Faculty or school	Department of Geography and Earth Sciences
Department	Department of Geography and Earth Sciences
Teaching language	English
Credit value	_
Study pace	_
Post-study stay	3 years
Scholarship note	Global Citizens Scholarship for eligible new international fee-paying students from 2027/28: 3,800 GBP tuition reduction for sciences PhD study, with qualifying university accommodation support. Applicants must meet the award conditions; certain courses are excluded.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
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Program starts
September 2027
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Frequently asked questions

The program takes 3 years.