Overview

The Climate Change, Sustainability and Society programme from University of Bristol requires a broad, interdisciplinary approach, drawing on disciplines such as economics, law, politics, psychology of sustainability, geography, and demography. Students are exposed to diverse perspectives to build the knowledge and skills required to work collaboratively across disciplines. We welcome students from a wide range of disciplinary backgrounds.

Career opportunities

Choosing the PhD Climate Change, Sustainability and Society from the University of Bristol, ranked third in the UK for legal research excellence (THE analysis of REF 2021), prepares you for a range of careers, including:

Academia

Public sector roles in government, national and international agencies

Private sector roles in consultancy or environmental management

Civic sector roles in environmental NGOs and development bodies.

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

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

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-01 00:00:00

More details

ESRC funding: the deadline to apply for admission to the PhD programme is 1 December.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

OR

95

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PTE Academic

71

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IELTS

7

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bristol, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Climate Studies & Meteorology Sustainable Development View 23 other PhDs in Sustainable Development in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

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95

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PTE Academic

71

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IELTS

7

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Other requirements

General requirements

A minimum of an upper second class honours degree from a social sciences or law discipline, and a master's qualification (or equivalent) with appropriate research training.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

21900 GBP / year

≈ 21900 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

5106 GBP / year

≈ 5106 GBP / year

Additional Details

UK: part-time (two years)

£2,553 per year

Living costs

Bristol

United Kingdom

750 - 1260 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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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Delivered

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Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Bristol

Funding

Scholarships Information

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