Doctor in Philosophy - Geology

Trinity College Dublin, The University of Dublin | Dublin 2 Ireland
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
EUR 16,210
(c. USD18,672.62)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months

The School of Natural Sciences brings together the disciplines of Botany, Geography, Geology, and Zoology, along with the Centre for the Environment, creating a world-renowned, research-focused hub of academic distinction that unites biological, physical, and social scientists.

Graduate Research Opportunities

Faculty research within the School covers four primary focus areas: Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Molecular Biology and Physiological Studies, as well as Social Geography and Environmental Studies.

Our research efforts are led by 39 principal investigators, supported by postdoctoral fellows and graduate students working across numerous vibrant research fields. Presently, we have over 140 doctoral candidates, plus an additional 50 students enrolled in our one-year master's programs (Environmental Science, Biodiversity Conservation, and Sustainable Development), along with 45 students pursuing the two-year Master's in Development Practice.

Destination of Study

Ireland

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

Postgraduate work in Trinity College Dublin is very academically challenging and as a result the University has high academic entry requirements. Applicants will need to hold at least a 2.1 honors degree from an Irish university or equivalent result from a university in another country; a fluent command of the English language. Display a high level of competence in the English language in one of the examination systems recognised by Trinity College Dublin.

English Language Requirements:

  • IELTS: Grade 6.5 overall
  • TOEFL: 88 internet-based, 570 paper-based, 230 computer-based
  • University of Cambridge: Proficiency Certificate, Grade C or better (CEFR Level C1 or C2), Advanced Certificate, Grade C or better (CEFR Level C1 or C2)
  • Pearson Test of English (Academic) - PTE Academic: a minimum score of 63 to be eligible (with no section score below 59)

Tuition EUR 16,210