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Overview
The Rural Studies PhD programme from Newcastle University broad range of research areas relate to land use, natural resources and environmental change; rural planning, community governance and resilience; rural change, culture and wellbeing; and rural economy, enterprise and innovation.
Areas of research include:
- impact and implications of ‘local-global’ processes and relationships for rural areas
- characteristics and performance of rural businesses and households
- rural governance
- demographic ageing and social change
- living with environmental change
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Visit programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Land use, natural resources and environmental change
- Rural planning, community governance and resilience
- Rural change, culture and wellbeing
- Rural economy, enterprise and innovation
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Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- Part-time
- 72 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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- There is no application closing date for this course. We suggest international students apply at least two months before the course starts.
Language
English
Duolingo English Test 125
TOEFL® IBT OR
90
PTE Academic 70
IELTS 6.5
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Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
GPA Upper Second Class
English requirements
Duolingo English Test 125
TOEFL® IBT OR
90
PTE Academic 70
IELTS 6.5
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Other requirements
General requirements
- A 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent, in a relevant subject.
We usually expect research experience and/or a postgraduate qualification, such as a MRes or MSc, for PhD study.
- To obtain additional information about the program, we kindly suggest that you visit the programme website, where you can find further details and relevant resources.
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Applies to youNon-residents31900 GBP / year≈ 31900 GBP / year
Living costs
Newcastle upon Tyne
United Kingdom
560 - 991 GBP / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Rural Studies.
Available Scholarships
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.
Provided by university
Grant
2000 GBP
Deadline
Anytime
Opportunity Scholarships
Merit-based
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Newcastle University
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
4000 GBP
Deadline
Anytime
Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarships
Merit-based
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Newcastle University
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
19000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Scholarships for PhD Students
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
28 Feb 2027
Boustany Astronomy PhD Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
6000 USD
Deadline
31 Jan 2027
Amberscholar Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
Voice Talent Online Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jan 2027
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
22500 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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