50 PhD programmes in Geology in Europe

The Doctoral degree of Geosciences (UAveiro/UPorto) at Universidade de Aveiro aims to provide students with a comprehensive scientific preparation in the field of geosciences, both fundamental and applied, including contributions to other areas of social and economic importance, such as health, energy and the environment.

From investigating the causes and timing of Phanerozoic Great Oxidation Event, to understanding carbonate mineralogy for CO2 sequestration applications, the Geology and Earth Science staff and PhD students at the University of Brighton are at the leading edge of fundamental and applied earth science research.

The School of Geology at the University of Leicester offers research supervision for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Economics.

Join us for your PhD in Geosciences programme at Newcastle University. You'll work with academics who are leaders in their field. You'll be supported and guided to produce geoscience research of an international standard.

Through this During Civil Engineering (Geotechnical and Engineering Geology) PhD programme from Newcastle University you will work with academics who are leaders in their field so that your research has a real impact on civil engineering.

With a strong focus on interdisciplinary research, doctoral candidates engage in innovative projects that contribute to scientific and technological advancement. The Civil Engineering, Geodesy and Transport degree is offered by Silesian University of Technology.

The Mineral Sciences program at the University of Lausanne aims to foster scientific quality and creativity in the field of Mineral Sciences and to promote mobility and soft skills competence. 

The Geochemistry programme offered by Stockholm University develops advanced research expertise in chemical processes governing Earth systems and elemental cycles.

The Marine Geology programme offered by Stockholm University develops advanced research expertise in sedimentary processes and environmental reconstructions of marine and lacustrine systems.

Geoscience and Engineering research at Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) aims to contribute to responsible use of the geosphere considering the impact on system earth and society.

The Geotechnical Engineering programme offered by Lund University develops advanced research expertise in soil and rock mechanics and their interaction with structures.

The Analytical Geochemist PhD program from Masaryk University aims to prepare highly qualified specialists with knowledge and skills in the fields of Analytical Chemistry and Geology. 

Environmental Geochemistry and Geomicrobiology at The University of Manchester focuses on the characterisation of mineral water organic matter reactions in surface and near surface environments.

The Doctoral Programme in Biology, Geography and Geology (BGG) at University of Turku offers high-quality and interdisciplinary doctoral training in natural science research. 

This research in Geoscience from University of Göttingen, focus examines geological, mineralogical, crystallographic and biological processes in the formation of minerals and rocks. Interactions at different geological and biological interfaces are investigated. 

Throughout this Geology MPhil/PhD programme from The University of Exeter as a student you will lead research projects that have a significant impact on both your chosen field of study and wider society. 

The Geology programme from Masaryk University aims to lead PhD students to independent scientific work at a level comparable to international researchers so that they can fully engage in scientific or research work and international scientific cooperation.

The Engineering Geology programme offered by Lund University develops advanced research expertise in the properties and behaviour of geological materials in relation to construction and environmental applications.

At Utrecht University, as a PhD Geosciences candidate in the Netherlands, you are not a student but a university employee in most cases. 

The aim of the doctoral degree program in Geosciences and Mining Engineering and Mineral Processing from University of Oulu is to provide doctoral researchers the capability to work successfully in academic environment and perform expert duties relevant to society and mining industry in Finland and abroad.