Overview

At University of Nottingham, in the Environmental Sciences programme, we carry out research to understand how climate has varied over time, what has caused this variation, and how it has impacted on plants and animals, shaping evolution. In this way, we use the past to understand how climate change will impact the natural world and the agro-ecosystems upon which we rely.

Features

We also study how climate change impacts ecosystems today. This ranges from melting permafrost in the Arctic, to UK agricultural systems and warming forests in the Tropics.

As part of this work, we are demonstrating the importance for natural ecosystems as they offer important climate mitigation tools and improve the resilience to climate change.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

A PhD is an independent in-depth research project. You will be able to develop additional skills through training programmes to help you complete your PhD.

In each year you will have regular meetings with your supervisor and an annual review.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months
Part-time
- 96 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-09-16 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-08-19 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Environmental Economics & Policy Environmental Sciences View 43 other PhDs in Environmental Economics & Policy in United Kingdom

Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Other requirements

General requirements

2:1 (or international equivalent) in a relevant subject or 2:2 (or international equivalent) in a relevant subject with a Merit at masters level; other qualifications may also be accepted.

We accept a wide range of qualifications from all over the world.

Tuition Fee

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International

30200 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 30200 GBP per year during 48 months.
National

5100 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 5100 GBP per year during 48 months.

International fees: up to £52,500 per year depending on research project

Living costs for Nottingham

583 - 978 GBP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.