Overview
In an international, dynamic and interdisciplinary research environment, our Earth Sciences studies at the University of Gothenburg address socially relevant challenges, such as climate change and adaptation towards a sustainable world.
Research
Here, doctoral studies are carried out in different subject areas: geography, geology, environmental science, physical geography and natural science.
Research is usually done in research teams and can take you to exotic locations such as Antarctica, the Amazon, the Pacific or our own northern Latnjajaure field station.
Programme Structure
Research areas and topics:
- Climate and Climate Change
- The Geosphere
- Earth Surface Processes
- Dendrochronology
- Isotope Analysis
- GIS and Remote Sensing
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Prospective doctoral students apply for vacancies.
Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Earth SciencesAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- A person meets the general entry requirements if he or she has been awarded a second-cycle qualification, or has satisfied the requirements for courses comprising at least 240 credits of which at least 60 credits were awarded in the second-cycle.
Tuition Fee
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International
FreeTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 0 SEK per year during 48 months. -
EU/EEA
FreeTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 0 SEK per year during 48 months.
- PhD students do not pay tuition fees.
Living costs for Göteborg
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Earth Sciences.
Available Scholarships
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