Course summary
The School of Earth Sciences has strong international links, and the presence of researchers from all over the world makes for an exciting and stimulating environment. Research involves the full breadth of the earth sciences and has benefited from major investment in new laboratories and equipment in the past few years. Important initiatives include experimental and theoretical studies of the physical, chemical and biological processes of the Earth.
Assessment method
https://bristol.ac.uk/study/media/postgraduate/admissions-statements/2023/phd-earth-sciences.pdf
How to apply
International applicants
The University of Bristol welcomes applications from international students and accepts a wide range of qualifications for postgraduate study. If you study or have studied at a university outside the UK, please select the relevant page for further information on qualifications, scholarships and education representatives in your country/region: bristol.ac.uk/international/countries
Entry requirements
An upper second-class honours degree (or equivalent) in a discipline related to the PhD project for which you are applying, such as geology, biological sciences, environmental sciences, chemistry or mathematics. See international equivalent qualifications on the International Office website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £4665 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £4665 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £4665 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £4665 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £4665 | Year 1 |
| EU | £25300 | Year 1 |
| International | £25300 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
Fees are subject to an annual review. For programmes that last longer than one year, please budget for up to an 8% increase in fees each year.
For more information, please view the programme page on our website.
Provider information
University of Bristol
Senate House
Tyndall Avenue
Bristol
BS8 1TH