Language
English
Credits
30 ECTS
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Dublin, Ireland
Disciplines
Geography
Overview
This has proven to be highly successful and enables our Geography PhD students at University College Dublin to achieve the best possible experience of graduate research and training.
Features
- Making a substantial and original contribution to knowledge, normally leading to peer-reviewed publications is a core goal of doctoral studies in the UCD School of Geography.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- Doctoral students normally have two supervisors, a research advisory panel that consists of experts who support the students from cognate areas of research.
- A two stage process ensures that students have developed their research design and have achieved the high standards expected of doctoral degrees.
- Stage transfer offers students the opportunity to present their work and receive feedback from scholars outside of their research team and gives invaluable viva experience.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English Requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 120
- TOEFL iBT: 90
- Oxford Test of English (OTE): 140
Other Requirements
General Requirements
- Academic background
- Academic awards or highlights
- Research experience
- Why you wish to enter doctoral studies
- Why the academic member of staff's area of research will match with your research goals (cite the academic's publications)
- Make it clear that you are familiar with their work and how their research interests mesh with your own
- A research proposal, if appropriate
- Ask them specifically if they are accepting new graduate students for the coming academic year.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
International
Applies to non-residents. 24,984 AUD / year (≈ 15,440 EUR / year)
EU/EEA
Applies to EU/EEA nationals. 12,977 AUD / year (≈ 8,020 EUR / year)
Living Costs
Dublin, Ireland
1,780 - 2,913 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding & Scholarships
Below you will find PhD scholarship opportunities for Geography.
