Overview
This Geology programme offered by Birkbeck, University of London enables candidates to develop specialist and transferable investigative capabilities while gaining experience with different methodological approaches. Working alongside a supervisory team, researchers undertake substantial project-based enquiry, receive discipline-specific training, and contribute to a vibrant academic community through activities such as seminars and teaching.
Features
Research is centred on a large-scale independent or collaboratively designed study culminating in a substantial dissertation. The programme benefits from strong links with UCL Earth Sciences through shared institutions and facilities, providing access to an extensive scholarly setting that supports academic and professional development.
Programme Structure
Research interests include:- Igneous petrology and geochemistry
- Petrology and mineralogy of mantle and lower crustal xenoliths
- Geochemistry of peridotite massifs
- Palaeontology
- Echinoderm palaeoecology in Middle Jurassic marginal marine settings
- The effect of the end Cenomanian extinction event on high marine predator communities
- Designing tidal creeks for managed coastal defence
- Ground-penetrating radar applications in sedimentology
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
- Part-time
- 84 months
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Campus Location
- London, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Geology View 18 other PhDs in Geology in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- The entry requirement for this MPhil/PhD Geology is a good degree in science.
Tuition Fees
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Applies to youNon-residents16285 GBP / year≈ 16285 GBP / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents5238 GBP / year≈ 5238 GBP / year
Living costs
London
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