Coventry,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Resilient Food and Water Systems in Practice in Coventry United Kingdom | Coventry University
Coventry University
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Coventry United Kingdom
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
14,863
(c. USD19,831.7)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
This research area explores innovative theoretical and applied insights into processes that enhance resilience within water and food systems. The work is inherently interdisciplinary, drawing on expertise from both natural and social sciences, along with practical approaches and methodologies. This cross-disciplinary foundation supports the creation of groundbreaking technologies (such as biochar for carbon capture, sustainable drainage solutions in difficult terrains, and regenerative soil enhancement techniques) or their integration into broader water and food system frameworks. Furthermore, the theme examines how complete systems and their associated communities—whether rural or urban—can achieve resilience (for instance, through circular models that integrate food and energy production with water and waste management solutions).
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
A minimum of a 2-1 first degree in a relevant discipline subject area with a minimum 60 percent mark in the project element or equivalent with a minimum 60 percent overall module average.
In the event of a first degree classification of less than 2-1 a Masters Degree in a relevant subject area will be considered as an equivalent.
The Masters must have been attained with minimum overall marks at merit level 60 percent In addition the dissertation or equivalent element in the Masters must also have been attained with a minimum mark of merit level 60 percent.
Or higher where stipulated against a specific opportunity.
At the point of application international applicants are required to demonstrate their English language proficiency through the attainment of or booking of an approved English language test The tests accepted for admission to a research degree at Coventry University are.
IELTS Academic IELTS for UKVI Academic demonstrating an overall score of 7.0 or above with a minimum of 6.5 in each of the four sections.
TOEFL iBT TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition Online demonstrating an overall score of 95 or higher with no section below 21.
Please note that English language qualifications must have been awarded in the two years immediately preceding the proposed programme start date eg for programmes starting in September 2022 the qualification must have been awarded in or after October.
In the event of a first degree classification of less than 2-1 a Masters Degree in a relevant subject area will be considered as an equivalent.
The Masters must have been attained with minimum overall marks at merit level 60 percent In addition the dissertation or equivalent element in the Masters must also have been attained with a minimum mark of merit level 60 percent.
Or higher where stipulated against a specific opportunity.
At the point of application international applicants are required to demonstrate their English language proficiency through the attainment of or booking of an approved English language test The tests accepted for admission to a research degree at Coventry University are.
IELTS Academic IELTS for UKVI Academic demonstrating an overall score of 7.0 or above with a minimum of 6.5 in each of the four sections.
TOEFL iBT TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition Online demonstrating an overall score of 95 or higher with no section below 21.
Please note that English language qualifications must have been awarded in the two years immediately preceding the proposed programme start date eg for programmes starting in September 2022 the qualification must have been awarded in or after October.
Tuition
GBP
14,863