PhD Geography (Human)
University of Exeter
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University of Exeter - Penryn Campus, Cornwall

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Streatham Campus

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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University of Exeter - Penryn Campus, Cornwall

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University of Exeter - Penryn Campus, Cornwall

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University of Exeter - Penryn Campus, Cornwall

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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University of Exeter - Penryn Campus, Cornwall

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APR-25

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8 years

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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Streatham Campus

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APR-25

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8 years

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8 years

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OverviewHuman GeographyIn human geography our research is established around the following five groups:•Cultural and Historical Geographies•Space, Politics and Society•Life Geographies•Environment and Sustainability•Energy Policy•Careers•No matter what your ambitions, aspirations or career choice may be there has never been a better, or more significant, time to study geography. Key global issues such as climate change, migration, environmental degradation and social cohesion are not only at ...Read more

Overview

Human Geography

In human geography our research is established around the following five groups:

  • Cultural and Historical Geographies
  • Space, Politics and Society
  • Life Geographies
  • Environment and Sustainability
  • Energy Policy
  • Careers

    No matter what your ambitions, aspirations or career choice may be there has never been a better, or more significant, time to study geography. Key global issues such as climate change, migration, environmental degradation and social cohesion are not only at the forefront of socio-political philosophies and attitudes, but are also deep-rooted within geography, making it one of the most relevant courses that you could choose to study.

    You can be confident that a Geography research degree from the University of Exeter will serve you well upon graduation. Our students graduate with a wide range of skills desirable to employers including data gathering, problem solving, project planning, report production, presentation skills and team work. Almost all our research students have the opportunity to train to teach or teach, acquiring and practising additional transferable skills.

    Opportunities on graduation are diverse and include work in academia, the voluntary sector, the public sector (eg, Environment Agency, councils), the private sector, and consultancy.

    Key stats

    WUSCA ranking:
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    58/101
    CUG Subject Ranking
    CUG Subject Ranking
    Source: Complete University Guide 2025
    11th
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    CUG Ranking
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    14th
    What students say
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    Kirsty
    14 Oct 24

    Beautiful scenery on campus Student health centre took 3 weeks to reply to me..Read more

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    Amelia
    08 Oct 24

    Best aspect - close to ocean and living in student accomodation Worst aspect - the campus doesn't have much going..Read more

    Entry requirements

    Normally students will have a good undergraduate Honours degree (UK Upper Second Class Honours or equivalent) and in some cases, a Masters degree. As part of your application you will need to be able to prove that you have the research skills, vision and motivation to make your research project a success. Find out more about preparing a research proposal. If you are seeking funding through one of the Research Councils (UK/EU students only), you will need to hold a minimum Upper Second Class Honours degree, although often these awards are won by those with First Class Honours due to high levels of competition.

    Tuition fees

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    £4,900 per year

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    Students from Domestic

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    £22,600 per year

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    Students from EU

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    Tuition Fees per year 2024/25: £22,600 full-time.

    £22,600 per year

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    Students from International

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    Tuition Fees per year 2024/25: £22,600 full-time.

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    Kirsty
    14 Oct 24
    Geography BA (Hons)
    Beautiful scenery on campus Student health centre took 3 weeks to reply to me...
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    Amelia
    08 Oct 24
    Geography BA (Hons)/BSc (Hons)
    Best aspect - close to ocean and living in student accomodation Worst aspect - the campus doesn't have much going...
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    Uni info

    University of Exeter
    Penryn Campus Penryn Cornwall TR10 9FE United Kingdom
    Nearest train station: Penryn Cornwall  0.4 miles away

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