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PhD of Sustainability, Development, and the Environment

About the program

A research degree in sustainability, Development and the environment.

Design and undertake an original research project in Sustainability
Development
and the Environment. Critically evaluate specialist literature and research evidence. Apply appropriate research methods and ethics
and communicate findings through scholarly writing and presentations.

Research degree. The student completes an independent research project under supervision
Leading to a thesis
MPhil and PhD routes are offered
With the PhD reached by transfer or direct registration.

Unconfirmed in the copies read
Apply with a research proposal and find a supervisor first (Postgraduate research page).

Unconfirmed in the copies read, Apply with a research proposal and find a supervisor first (Postgraduate research page).

Check the course entry requirements
English test score and deadline on the course page and the international entry requirements page. Apply direct from the UEL site
Which is free of charge. Check your email for the offer. Accept through the Applicant Portal and pay the tuition fee deposit (amount in your offer) or submit a sponsor guarantee letter. Complete any further assessment and receive your CAS. Apply for the UK Student visa with proof of funds. Attend induction week.

Campus	Docklands Campus, University Way, London E16 2RD
Faculty or school	Faculty of Science
Department	Science
Teaching language	English
Credit value	360
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	3
Scholarship note	International scholarships and discounts of up to 5, 000 GBP for self-funded international students, 5% Early-payment discount (International fees and funding page, Archived 2026-10-03).