St. Andrews,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Phd in Earth and Environmental Sciences in St Andrews United Kingdom | University of St Andrews
University of St Andrews
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St Andrews United Kingdom
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
25,500
(c. USD34,023.38)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
Doctorate in Earth and Environmental Sciences - The PhD (Doctor of Philosophy) program typically spans 3 to 3.5 years of full-time study, culminating in the submission of an extensive original research thesis. Throughout your studies, you'll receive guidance from both a primary and secondary supervisor. Teaching opportunities at the undergraduate level may also be available. This research-focused structure enables you to concentrate on your doctoral dissertation from the outset.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
The School requires a 2.1 or above UK undergraduate Honours degree (or overseas equivalent).
Supporting documents
The following documents are mandatory:
CV or r'sum - this should include your personal details with a history of your education and employment to date.
Academic transcript(s) along with certified degree certificates if available.
Two signed academic references these should not be provided by your proposed supervisor(s).
Personal/motivational statement maximum 1,000 words, include why you have chosen St Andrews and the particular project. Also explain how your current study and future career plans fit with the project. The selection committee and external funding bodies put great emphasis on this statement, so it is important it clearly applies to your chosen project. If you apply to more than one project, provide a personal statement for each.
English language proficiency
Non-native English speaking applicants must attain an IELTS overall score of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 minimum in individual elements. TOEFL (iBT) with a score of 100 may also be accepted.
Supporting documents
The following documents are mandatory:
CV or r'sum - this should include your personal details with a history of your education and employment to date.
Academic transcript(s) along with certified degree certificates if available.
Two signed academic references these should not be provided by your proposed supervisor(s).
Personal/motivational statement maximum 1,000 words, include why you have chosen St Andrews and the particular project. Also explain how your current study and future career plans fit with the project. The selection committee and external funding bodies put great emphasis on this statement, so it is important it clearly applies to your chosen project. If you apply to more than one project, provide a personal statement for each.
English language proficiency
Non-native English speaking applicants must attain an IELTS overall score of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 minimum in individual elements. TOEFL (iBT) with a score of 100 may also be accepted.
Tuition
GBP
25,500