PhD in Geophysics and Tectonics - Planetary Exploration in Leeds United Kingdom | University of Leeds

University of Leeds | Leeds United Kingdom
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP 29,250
(c. USD39,026.81)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months

If you're considering launching an academic path or enhancing your professional capabilities, pursuing a PhD offers an intellectually rewarding adventure that will fuel your enthusiasm for your field while helping you achieve your highest capabilities. Typically, PhD studies require a commitment of either 3 years full-time or 5 years part-time, during which you'll contribute original insights while contextualizing them within existing knowledge frameworks.

Our interdisciplinary research collective unites scholars from diverse scientific backgrounds to explore planetary science. With team members representing the Institute of Applied Geoscience, Institute of Geophysics and Tectonics, Earth Surface Science Institute, and Institute for Climate and Atmospheric Science, we encompass broad specializations and investigative focuses spanning Planetary Volcanic Systems and Geomorphology (examining surface and subsurface phenomena), Planetary Magnetism, Martian Water Systems, Atmospheric Studies of Planets, and Meteorite Analysis: Tracing Planetary Origins and Development.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.0

Qualification Requirements

The minimum entry requirements for PhD study is a 2.1 honours degree, or equivalent, in a subject relating to your proposed area of research, or a good performance in a Masters level course in a relevant subject. A first class honours degree (or equivalent) is usually required to be competitive for scholarship funding and a Masters degree is also a valuable asset. IELTS- 6.0 overall with at least 5.5 in all components. TOEFL IBT (Internet-based TOEFL)- 87 with a minimum score of 20 in listening and reading, 21 in writing and 22 in speaking.

Tuition GBP 29,250

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