PhD in Antarctic Studies
University of Cambridge · Cambridge, United Kingdom
About this programme
The British Antarctic Survey (BAS) is among the leading environmental research centres in the world. It is an institute of the UK Research & Innovation - Natural Environment Research Council (UKRI-NERC) and is responsible for the UK's national scientific activities in Antarctica. Its skilled science and support staff based in Cambridge, Antarctica and the Arctic work together to deliver research that uses the Polar Regions to advance our understanding of Earth and our impact on it. Through its extensive logistic capability and know-how, BAS facilitates access for the British and international
- Level
- Doctoral
- Field
- Sciences
- Duration
- 3 years
- Tuition
- £41,304 / year
- English
- IELTS 7 · TOEFL iBT 100
- Study mode
- Full-time
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.
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