218 PhD programmes in Geography

The Social Geography and Regional Development programme from Masaryk University focuses on the study of the spatiality of social life. The Faculty of Science at Masaryk University is a traditional specialization, whose content reflects the changing society and its manifestations in the area. 

The Geography Doctoral (PhD) Degree at University of Hawaii at Manoa provides training for those seeking to advance their understanding of concepts and methodologies to the standards of professional geographers.

This Human Geography and Urban Studies programme at the London School of Economics and Political Science offers training in human geographic research and in responding to the challenges of rapid urbanisation and urban redevelopment around the world.

This Regional and Urban Planning Studies programme at the London School of Economics and Political Science addresses the opportunities, problems, politics and economics of urban and regional planning in cities around the world.

Students in the Earth, Space, and Physical Science program at the University of Lethbridge are normally supervised by Faculty members in the following contributing departments/areas: Biological Sciences, Chemistry and Biochemistry, Geography, and Physics and Astronomy.

The Geography, Environment and Development Studies programme offered by Birkbeck, University of London supports advanced investigation across geography, geographical information science, environmental studies, development studies, international childhood studies, and community, youth and voluntary sector studies.

A PhD student in the Geography and Environmental Engineering program at Johns Hopkins University will explore the current state of knowledge in his or her field. Information and ideas developed by others are critically examined and placed in proper context.

The Aberystwyth University DProf Geography and Earth Sciences programme combines taught modules with research conducted by students under the supervision of AU staff who have expertise in the topic of study.

The Health Service and Population Research programme offered by King's College London examines mental healthcare systems, community wellbeing, and population-level factors that influence access, outcomes, and equity.

Are you interested in doing some independent research work and would like to start a Geography doctorate at the University of Bern? 

The Geography Ph.D. at Kansas State University is designed to develop and enhance a student’s knowledge and ability to conduct original independent research that makes a scholarly contribution to the student’s areas of specialization. 

Geology and Geophysics from Louisiana State University is a research-driven degree. The candidate is expected to propose and defend original research that contributes to the understanding of geosciences. 

The Department of Geography at the University at Buffalo provides an intellectually challenging environment that encourages the investigation of the "where" and "why" of various social, economic and environmental phenomena.

The Cartography, Geoinformatics and Remote Sensing programme from Masaryk University aims to prepare top specialists in given geographical disciplines including scientific and language skills. 

The Geography program from The University of Arizona is a specialized, research-oriented degree which requires a qualifying examination (waived for students who meet certain minimum requirements), at least one year of coursework (minimum of 18 credits) in addition to a Masters degree, and approximately three years of independent study and research culminating in a dissertation.  

In this Social and Economic Geography, Land Management programme at the University of the National Education Commission, Krakow, you will gain advanced, detailed knowledge related to this area of research.

The Physical Geography programme from Masaryk University aims to prepare top specialists in specific disciplines of physical geography. Graduates of the program should be prepared primarily for further scientific careers in academic and research institutions, but also for potential employment in the private sector.

The Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences (EAS) at University of Houston offers a wide range of courses leading to the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Geophysics.  

The Geography PhD programme at University of Nottingham enables you to conduct original research across a wide range of geographical research areas.

Geography focuses on environment and health, geographic information systems and social geography. This degree is offered at McMaster University.