Key information
Duration
- Full-time: 36 months
- Part-time: 72 months, Flexible (only for home students)
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting September 2026 - Apply anytime.
- Starting January 2027 - Apply anytime.
There is no application closing date for this course. International students are advised to apply at least two months before the course starts.
Language
English
English requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 135
- TOEFL iBT: 100
- PTE Academic: 76
- IELTS: 7
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Geography
Overview
The Geography PhD programme from Newcastle University research engages with applied issues and public policy concerns. It also covers more abstract cultural and theoretical issues.
Your development
Each faculty offers a researcher development programme for its postgraduate research students. Visit the programme website for more information
They have designed your programme to help you:
- perform better as a researcher
- boost your career prospects
- broaden your impact
Through workshops and activities, it will build your transferable skills and increase your confidence.
You’ll cover:
- techniques for effective research
- methods for better collaborative working
- essential professional standards and requirements
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Physical geography
- Economic geographies
- Power, space, politics
- Geographies of social change
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
GPA: Upper Second Class
English requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 135
- TOEFL iBT: 100
- PTE Academic: 76
- IELTS: 7
Other requirements
General requirements
Human Geography - A 2:1 honours degree and a Master's degree, or international equivalent, in a relevant arts, humanities, or social science subject such as:
- geography
- planning
- urban studies
- environmental studies
- sociology
- politics
- history
- business studies
Physical Geography - A 2:1 honours degree and a Master's degree, or international equivalent, in a relevant science subject such as:
- geography
- environmental studies
Make sure you meet all requirements
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
International: 48,762 AUD / year (≈ 25,600 GBP / year)
Additional Details
- Human Geography full time; UK: not set; International: £24,400
- Physical Geography full time; UK: not set; International: £25,600
- Part-time tuition fees for home students are not set yet.
Living costs
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom: 1,067-1,888 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Scholarships
- Opportunity Scholarships - Grant: 2000 GBP, Deadline: Anytime, Newcastle University
- Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarships - Grant: 4000 GBP, Deadline: Anytime, Newcastle University
- 2% Early Payment Discount - Grant: Various benefits, Deadline: 25 Sep 2026, Newcastle University
- Fulbright U.S. Student Program - Grant: Various benefits, Deadline: 07 Oct 2026, U.S. government
- ACES Scholarships - Grant: 3500 USD, Deadline: 15 Nov 2026, ACES Education Fund
- ServiceScape Scholarship - Grant: 1000 USD, Deadline: 30 Nov 2026, ServiceScape
- Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility - Grant: Various benefits, Deadline: Not specified, OeAD
- Scholarships for PhD Students - Grant: 19000 GBP, Deadline: Not specified, Junhua Li
- Boustany Astronomy PhD Scholarship - Grant: Various benefits, Deadline: 28 Feb 2027, Boustany Foundation
- Royal Geographical Society - Dudley Stamp Memorial Award in UK - Grant: 500 GBP, Deadline: 23 Nov 2026
- $1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship - Grant: 1000 USD, Deadline: 31 Oct 2026, IvyPanda
- Women Scholarship for International Students - Grant: 5000 USD, Deadline: 28 Aug 2026, educations.com
- Voice Talent Online Scholarship - Grant: 1000 USD, Deadline: 01 Mar 2027, Voice Talent Online
- The PhD Prep Fellowship - Grant: 10000 USD, Deadline: 01 Sep 2026, Admit Lab
- Dream Chaser Scholarship - Grant: 1000 USD, Deadline: 13 Jan 2027, Salvado Law
- Scholarship for students with disabilities - Grant: 3000 USD, Deadline: 31 Dec 2026, Anonymous Hope Fund
- Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids - Grant: 22500 GBP, Deadline: Not specified, UK FCDO
- Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria - Grant: Various benefits, Deadline: 31 Dec 2026
- The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship - Grant: 1500 USD, Deadline: Not specified
- Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme - Grant: 12000 USD, Deadline: 11 Jan 2027
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