PhD Environmental Science
University of Reading
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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As a PhD student in the Department of Geography and Environmental Science at Reading, you will be part of a vibrant research community. We offer PhD programmes in the following areas:environmental sciencegeographyhuman geographysoil science. We conduct in-depth and cross-disciplinary environmental science to address global challenges. We have a strong focus on soil, water and air, all in relation to ecosystem services, sustainable production and natural hazards, and we work at scales ranging ...Read more

As a PhD student in the Department of Geography and Environmental Science at Reading, you will be part of a vibrant research community. We offer PhD programmes in the following areas:environmental sciencegeographyhuman geographysoil science. We conduct in-depth and cross-disciplinary environmental science to address global challenges. We have a strong focus on soil, water and air, all in relation to ecosystem services, sustainable production and natural hazards, and we work at scales ranging from molecular to Earth system.

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Jasmine
19 Dec 25

The sustainable drive of the University - Reading Uni is well known for being drivers for environmental change whether that be the stunning green campus, running on renewable..Read more

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Antrea
19 Dec 25

The green campus, the..Read more

Entry requirements

To be accepted onto our PhD programme, you will need a Bachelor's degree of at least 2:1 level (or equivalent), or a master's degree, in a subject related to your proposed PhD research topic.

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£5,006 per year

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£24,450 per year

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£24,450 per year

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Jasmine
19 Dec 25
Environmental Science
The sustainable drive of the University - Reading Uni is well known for being drivers for environmental change whether that be the stunning green campus, running on renewable...
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A
Antrea
19 Dec 25
Environmental Science
The green campus, the...
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University of Reading
Henley Business School University of Reading Whiteknights Reading RG6 6UD United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Earley  0.7 miles away

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