Overview
The Geology programme at Birkbeck, University of London provides an excellent forum for students to develop and enhance their specialist, as well as more general transferable, research skills.
The programme allows you to gain insight into different research methods and to acquire valuable experience both in carrying out large-scale research projects and in teaching.
Highlights
- Birkbeck was ranked in the top 25 universities in the UK for its Earth Systems and Environmental Science research in the 2021 Research Excellence Framework.
- We are a member of University Geoscience UK, the subject association of geoscience departments, with links to the Geological Society.
Programme Structure
Our key research interests include:- Clastic sedimentology
- Earthquake geology
- Environmental geochemistry
- Geochemistry
- Geochronology
- Geomorphology
- Geophysics
- Paleoenvironmental analysis
- Planetary geology
- Seismic hazards
- Tectonics
- Volcanic hazards
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
- Part-time
- 84 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Disciplines
Geology View 25 other PhDs in Geology in United KingdomAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Student insurance
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- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
Entry requirements:
- Good degree in science.
You will have to find a potential supervisor for your PhD research, and prepare a research proposal.
Tuition Fee
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International
14175 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 14175 GBP per year during 48 months. -
National
4712 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 4712 GBP per year during 48 months.
Living costs for London
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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