Geography PhD
University of Gloucestershire
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We offer a range of postgraduate research opportunities for Geography at the University of Gloucestershire, these include Masters by Research, PhD (via thesis submission) and PhD by Publication. This will enable you to undertake cutting-edge scientific research in a supportive and caring environment. We have a range of laboratory facilities, field equipment and staff have extensive experience undertaking fieldwork both in the UK and further afield. We welcome proposals for research degrees ...Read more

We offer a range of postgraduate research opportunities for Geography at the University of Gloucestershire, these include Masters by Research, PhD (via thesis submission) and PhD by Publication. This will enable you to undertake cutting-edge scientific research in a supportive and caring environment. We have a range of laboratory facilities, field equipment and staff have extensive experience undertaking fieldwork both in the UK and further afield. We welcome proposals for research degrees across the bradth of physical and human geography, this include: coastal processes, long-term environmental change, flood mitigation & river processes, global health, labour exploitation & labour rights, low wage labour migrations & family migration dynamics, post-conflict recovery, and sea-level change.

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Our postgraduate research students cultivate a diverse set of skills that are highly valued in the UK and internationally, preparing them for successful careers within academia and beyond.

As a postgraduate research student at UoG, you’ll develop and refine a range of skills across research, academic practice, project management and critical analysis to equip you for your future. Whether it’s contributing to ground-breaking academic research or applying problem-solving skills in the workplace, we’ll ensure you’re ready to take on your next challenge.

This versatility opens doors to opportunities across various sectors, from education and research institutions to commercial organisations and NGOs, where you’ll have the confidence to apply your researcher skills and develop innovative solutions to meet your ambitions.

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85/279
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40th
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72nd
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13 Feb 25

I like that it’s quite small, that comes with pros and cons but for me is mainly a good thing. I think the lecturers I have a re great. I haven’t interacted much with our student..Read more

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Rachel
19 Nov 24

This university is a great place to study due to the small class sizes. It makes me feel much more welcome and my time in lectures easy to talk to other people. It could be..Read more

Entry requirements

Usually a masters degree or equivalent in a subject area relevant to the proposed research topic, but it is sometimes possible to progress directly from a relevant undergraduate BSc (Hons), especially if you have additional experience within the subject area.

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£5,100 per year

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£12,775 per year

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Latest Geography reviews

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13 Feb 25
Human Geography - BA (Hons)
I like that it’s quite small, that comes with pros and cons but for me is mainly a good thing. I think the lecturers I have a re great. I haven’t interacted much with our student...
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Rachel
19 Nov 24
Geography
This university is a great place to study due to the small class sizes. It makes me feel much more welcome and my time in lectures easy to talk to other people. It could be...
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University of Gloucestershire
University of Gloucestershire , Cheltenham

University of Gloucestershire (UoG) is a diverse, vibrant university with campuses across Cheltenham and Gloucester, in the southwest...

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University of Gloucestershire
The Park Cheltenham Gloucestershire GL50 2RH United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Cheltenham Spa  0.5 miles away

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