Earth Sciences
University of Bristol · Bristol, United Kingdom
About this programme
Find out about the University of Bristol's PhD in Earth Sciences, including entry requirements, supervisors and research groups.
- Level
- Doctoral
- Field
- Sciences
- Duration
- 2 years
- Tuition
- £27,500 / year
- English
- IELTS 6.5
- Study mode
- Full-time, Part-time
Entry requirements
An upper second-class honours degree (or equivalent) in a discipline related to the MScR or PhD project for which you are applying, such as geology, biological sciences, environmental sciences, physics, chemistry or mathematics. For PhD-level study, a masters in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience is desirable. See international equivalent qualifications on the International Office website. Read the programme admissions statement for important information on entry requirements, the application process and supporting documents required.
Visa
- Visa required
- Student visa
- Application fee
- GBP 558
- Proof of funds
- GBP 1,171/mo
- Processing time
- 3–8 weeks
Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all — confirm your own case on the official visa page.
Scholarships available (5)
- Commonwealth ScholarshipFully funded
- Charles Wallace Pakistan Trust AwardsPartial funding · Doctoral bursaries: 30 April and 31 October annually
- Great Britain-China Educational Trust Chinese Student AwardsPartial funding · Two rounds yearly: 11 October (autumn) and 11 April (spring)
- Gordon Memorial College Trust Fund GrantsPartial funding · Deadline 2026 round closed. Check official website for future rounds
- The NFU Mutual Charitable Trust Centenary Award 2026Partial funding