Overview
Our Soil Science research at University of Reading spans a broad range of topics at the interface between humans and the environment.
Features
- We conduct in-depth and cross-disciplinary environmental science to address global challenges.
- We have a strong focus on soil, water and air, all in relation to ecosystem services, sustainable production and natural hazards, and we work at scales ranging from molecular to Earth system.
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Curriculum:
- Bio-geochemistry
- Pollution and Soil Science
- Soil Science
- Hydrometeorology And Hydrology
- Water Quality And Global-scale Forecasting
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Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- Part-time
- 60 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Soil Science View 6 other PhDs in Soil Science in United KingdomExplore more key information
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- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
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- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- To be accepted to study for a PhD, applicants will normally need to have an undergraduate degree of at least a 2:1 (or equivalent) or a master's degree, in a subject related to the proposed PhD topic.
- In some areas of the University (particularly in the arts, humanities, social sciences and business) applicants are normally only accepted if they have a master's-level qualification.
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International
22900 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 22900 GBP per year during 36 months. -
National
4712 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 4712 GBP per year during 36 months.
Living costs for Reading
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
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