Geography and Environment PhD
University of Aberdeen
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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University of Aberdeen

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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University of Aberdeen

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6 years

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Interdisciplinary research addressing societal challenges, earth surface processes and environment change.Research in Geography and Environment draws on the perspectives informed by the social, environmental and physical sciences to address societal challenges and to understand the impacts of environmental change, both natural and anthropogenic, on the physical environment, from the local to global scales.CareersThere are many opportunities at the University of Aberdeen to develop your ...Read more

Interdisciplinary research addressing societal challenges, earth surface processes and environment change.

Research in Geography and Environment draws on the perspectives informed by the social, environmental and physical sciences to address societal challenges and to understand the impacts of environmental change, both natural and anthropogenic, on the physical environment, from the local to global scales.

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There are many opportunities at the University of Aberdeen to develop your knowledge, gain experience and build a competitive set of skills to enhance your employability. This is essential for your future career success. The Careers and Employability Service can help you to plan your career and support your choices throughout your time with us, from first to final year – and beyond.

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23 Nov 23

The lecturer's are really helpful and great and keeping us interested...Read more

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Samuel
09 Nov 23

Campus is really nice and all the staff are so friendly. No power cuts during storms would be..Read more

Entry requirements

General entrance requirements for a PhD at the University of Aberdeen are either a Masters degree or a first or upper-second class Honours degree in an appropriate area from an approved university (or an equivalent qualification).

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£4,786 per year

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£21,700 per year

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£21,700 per year

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University of Aberdeen
Directorate of External Relations King's College Aberdeen Aberdeen, City Of AB24 3FX United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Aberdeen  0.9 miles away

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