- Degree awarded
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Duration
- 3 - 4 Years FT or PT equivalent study
- How to apply
In your application you鈥檒l need to include:
- The name of this programme
- Your title (i.e. the advertised project name or proposed project name) or area of research
- Your proposed name
- If you already have funding or you wish to be considered for any of the
- A supporting statement (see 'Advice to Applicants' for what to include)
- Details of your previous university level study
- Names and contact details of your two referees.
Before applying we recommend that you read the 'Advice to Applicants' section.
Course description
Our Climate and Sustainability programmes are interdisciplinary, bringing together scientists, engineers and social scientists to research issues and topics central to accelerating emissions reductions and enhancing sustainability and resilience at local, national and international scales.
Our research themes include Reaching Zero Emissions, Accelerating Social Change, Catalysing Adaptation and Resilience and Achieving Well-being. Our vibrant community researchers from diverse academic backgrounds offer a supportive and collaborative environment for world leading impactful research with strong links with stakeholders and excellent employability for graduates.
Open days
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Policy on additional costs
All students should normally be able to complete their programme of study without incurring additional study costs over and above the tuition fee for that programme. Any unavoidable additional compulsory costs totalling more than 1% of the annual home undergraduate fee per annum, regardless of whether the programme in question is undergraduate or postgraduate taught, will be made clear to you at the point of application. Further information can be found in the University's (PDF document, 91KB).
Scholarships/sponsorships
There are a range of at university, faculty and department level to support both UK and overseas postgraduate researchers.
To be considered for many of our scholarships, you鈥檒l need to be nominated by your proposed supervisor. Therefore, we鈥檇 highly recommend you discuss potential sources of funding with your supervisor first, so they can advise on your suitability and make sure you meet nomination deadlines.
For more information about our scholarships, visit our to search for scholarships, studentships and awards you may be eligible for.
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