Overview

About the school

The aim of the School of Geography and Sustainable Development is to integrate the study of the Earth's system with its landscapes, peoples, places and environments. Teaching and research covers the breadth of the geography discipline, bringing together expertise in the social and natural sciences to examine and develop the principles and practice of sustainable development.

The University of St Andrews offers beautiful surroundings and a stimulating, interdisciplinary intellectual atmosphere. Coupled with supportive supervision, high-quality library and laboratory facilities, the University provides an excellent environment that enables world-class research into a wide range of topics.

Programme Structure

Research project opportunities are available in the following areas:

geoinformatics
human geography
physical and environmental geography
sustainable development

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-05-27 00:00:00

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Starting 2024-08-27 00:00:00

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Starting 2025-01-27 00:00:00

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Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

94

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Geography Sustainable Development View 75 other PhDs in Geography in United Kingdom

Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

94

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Other requirements

General requirements

Prospective students with a 1st class or 2.1 degree in Geography or a related discipline can be considered for entry into the School's postgraduate programmes.

When you contact your potential supervisor it is helpful to include the following:

Details of project - a specific PhD project proposal of at least 500 words of original and referenced writing
Funding - identify a source of funding
CV or resume

Tuition Fee

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International

25500 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 25500 GBP per year during 36 months.

Living costs for St Andrews

660 - 1140 GBP /month

Living costs

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 Geography and Sustainable Development.

Available Scholarships

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