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PhD Environmental Science

University of Southampton

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Course options

4 options available

  • Qualification

    PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

  • Location

    Main Site - Highfield Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-SEP-25

  • Duration

    4 years

Course summary

Join the University of Southampton, a global top 100 (QS World University Rankings 2024) research-intensive university, where geography and environmental science ranks 5th in the UK for research outputs (REF 2021).

You'll join a friendly, diverse and international community of postgraduate researchers while working within one of our world-leading research groups. Our PhD students make use of outstanding facilities including ancient DNA and chemical preparation labs, environmental sensing systems and extensive field equipment. We also support human geography fieldwork around the globe.

You'll be supported by supervisors who combine social, economic and environmental expertise. Our interdisciplinary approach means that your project may be jointly supervised by colleagues from areas including engineering, ocean and Earth sciences, and economic, social and political sciences.

You'll be mentored by a 2nd or 3rd year PhD student when you join us. Alongside your project, you'll have opportunities to teach, help out with field courses, and work with schools all whilst being supported with your own career.

Assessment methods (Outcome qualification level)

You will need to demonstrate satisfactory progress at the end of each year. Your supervisor will complete an annual report that takes into account how you have progressed against your agreed targets, which include training and development activities.

Tuition fees

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£ 26,700per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Southampton

University of Southampton

University of Southampton

  • University League Table

    20th

  • Campus address

    University of Southampton, University Road, Southampton, Hampshire, SO17 1BJ, United Kingdom

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Southampton is proud of its inclusive international community, welcoming over 10,000 students from more than 130 countries.
Southampton is a truly global university. It has 350+ student-led clubs and societies, which provide great opportunities to build intercultural skills.
Specialist careers support and 400+ paid internships and work experience opportunities prepare international students for their future in the global job market.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Geography & Environmental Science

    15th out of 73 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 211
    151 72%

    23rd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    80.0 80%

    19th

    3

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.14 79%

    30th

    15

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