PhD/MPhil Geology - Palaeobiology, Palaeoenvironments and Palaeoclimates

We provide a friendly, dynamic and supportive environment in which to learn about the evolution of our planet from geoscientists at the forefront of their field. Our teaching is led by our research and our staff are recognised internationally for their expertise. PhD students complete an independent research project under the guidance of a supervisory team. The research is normally completed over a maximum period of 3.0-3.5 years (full-time) or 6.0-6.5 years (part-time). A fourth year (full-time) or seventh year (part-time) or the remaining part of this can be used to prepare the thesis for examination. The thesis should not normally exceed 50,000 words and must make an original contribution to knowledge and contain work of publishable quality. The thesis must then be defended in a viva voce (oral) examination before a degree can be awarded.

You must hold a UK undergraduate (Bachelors) degree with at least first class or upper second class honours or an equivalent qualification from a recognised overseas institution.
Draft a brief (1,000 words maximum) personal statement
Prepare your supporting documents, with your application you need to include proof that you meet the academic entry requirements and the English language entry requirements
IELTS (International English Language Testing Systems) - Minimum overall score 6.0 and minimum component score 5.5
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) - Internet-based test - Minimum overall score 80 and minimum component score 20