Our research degrees
Explore our Masters by Research (MScR) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programmes.
There are a lot of preliminary questions to consider before applying for a research degree. Please make sure you read our information explaining the application process.
Masters by Research (MScR)
Masters by Research (MScR) offers you the opportunity to acquire research skills during a single year (full-time) of independent study.
Detailed information about each degree is available through our University Degree Finder:
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Our Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programmes enable you to undertake an original research project under individual supervision. Your studies will take at least three years. To qualify for your doctorate, your thesis must be judged to represent an original contribution to knowledge.
Our degrees draw on the expertise of each of our three Research Institutes.
Detailed information about each degree is available through our University Degree Finder:
| Institute | PhD |
|---|---|
| Global Change Research Institute | Atmospheric and Environmental Sciences (PhD) |
| Earth and Planetary Science Research Institute | Geology and Geophysics (PhD) |
| Research Institute for Geography and the Lived Environment | Human Geography and Environmental Sciences (PhD) |
| Our Research Institutes | Application process | Find a supervisor | Scholarships and funding |