Environmental Sustainability [PhD]
University of Glasgow · Glasgow, United Kingdom
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University of Glasgow · Glasgow, United Kingdom
Environmental Sustainability [PhD]
Doctoral · Sciences
About this programme
Overview The Environmental Science and Sustainability research group are based at the University of Glasgow's School of Social & Environmental Sustainability, at the Dumfries Campus in southwest Scotland. The research carried out within the group covers a broad range of environmental science topics, such as: environmental impacts of tourism hydrological modelling marine pollution environmental chemistry environmental education All research students have two supervisors, providing complementary expertise. You will receive training in Dumfries. And also be offered training opportunities in Glasgow for: Research Design Qualitative Methods Quantitative Data Analysis Introduction to Social Theory for Researchers Applied Qualitative Methods Generalised Linear Models <!--end
- Level
- Doctoral
- Field
- Sciences
- Duration
- 3 years
- Tuition
- £27,720 / year
- English
- IELTS 7
- Study mode
- Full-time, Part-time
Entry requirements
Applicants typically require a first or upper second degree or equivalent with research components. You must demonstrate academic proficiency and a commitment to the core research themes of the School of Social & Environmental Sustainability.
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