Overview
Our School of Earth and Environmental Sciences' postgraduate research degrees are based on independent full-time research work, with an academic supervisor to guide you in discovering new and exciting areas.
Distinctive features
Cardiff University 's facilities and equipment underpin research in all branches of Earth Sciences .
From the latest analytical techniques to a coastal research vessel, our facilities support research and teaching activities within the School.
These include:
- 3D seismic laboratory - We use high-resolution, industry-sourced seismic data and cutting-edge analytical and interpretive techniques to address a wide ranging of research questions.
- Electron microbeam facility- Our microscope can be used to image objects such as minerals and microfossils at a magnification far exceeding the capabilities of an optical microscope.
- Terrestrial laser scanner- Offering superior measurement capability in adverse atmospheric conditions.
- RV Guiding Light - Our coastal research vessel enables us to better understand marine issues, from sea level rise through coastal erosion and management.
- Palaeoclimate and climate systems facility- Our Palaeoclimate and climate systems facility can offer high precision trace element and stable isotope analyses in a range of natural materials.
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Research themes:
Our three broad research centres bring together expertise across the School to work on significant projects. Each centre is responsible for addressing key research themes across Earth and Environmental Sciences.
- Centre for Solid Earth and Natural Resources deals with the composition and dynamic evolution of the Earth's mantle and crust, including its mineral and petroleum resources.
- Centre for Geobiology and Geochemistry focuses on the Earth's surface, including in and under its oceans, where life has evolved and profoundly affected environments over billions of years.
- Centre for Resilience and Environmental Change investigate the causes and consequences of changes in the Earth system, in the ocean, atmosphere and on land, from the geological past into the present and future.
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Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- Part-time
- 60 months
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English requirements
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General requirements
- Where applications are not in response to any advertised topic, research proposals are welcomed but not essential, informal enquiries with potential supervisors are also encouraged.
- The inclusion of a CV and any available funding information should be included with a preliminary enquiry.
- Graduates in appropriate science subject such as Geology or Environmental Science, with at least a First Class or 2:1 Honours degree, or a master's.
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International
24450 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 24450 GBP per year during 36 months. -
National
4712 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 4712 GBP per year during 36 months.
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