Key information
Duration
- Full-time, 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting September 2027
- Apply before Jun 2027
If you are submitting your own research proposal, applications are accepted all year round, but if you wish to start in September, you should apply by 1 June.
Language
English
English requirements
- TOEFL iBT: 80 (or 4.5 on the new TOEFL iBT 1-6 scale, CEFR-aligned)
- PTE Academic: 64
- IELTS: 6
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Birmingham, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Geography
Overview
This Geography (Urban and Regional Studies) doctorate offered by the University of Birmingham is designed to be completed in 3-4 years on a full-time basis. Each PhD within the department is unique and doesn't adhere to a fixed structure. Whilst they cannot provide a specific framework, here is an overview of what you can expect during your PhD.
Career opportunities:
They will help you to produce publications arising from your work and encourage you to publish as a single author where appropriate. Many research students are aiming for academic careers and they recognise the importance of providing opportunities for you to be involved in teaching and tutorial work, without compromising your obligations as a research student. Visit the programme website for more information
At Birmingham, they prepare the researchers to make an impact across every sector of society. The PhD graduates are global change-makers: advancing knowledge, shaping policy, leading industries, and educating future generations.
You'll benefit from dedicated careers support tailored to your unique paths. The expert team of Careers Advisers, including a dedicated postgraduate research adviser, offer one-to-one guidance to help researchers navigate career decisions both within and beyond academia.
Whatever you plan to do after your degree, the Careers Network offers a range of events and support services including networking opportunities, career coaching, one to one guidance, careers fairs and links with leading graduate recruiters.
Programme Structure
Key topics:
- Adapting to Environmental and Energy Uncertainties;
- Cities, Regions and Mobilities;
- Children, Young People and Education
Visit programme website (Check out the full curriculum)
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
- TOEFL iBT: 80 (or 4.5 on the new TOEFL iBT 1-6 scale, CEFR-aligned)
- PTE Academic: 64
- IELTS: 6
Other requirements
General requirements
- 2:1 Honours degree and a Masters in a relevant subject.
- Students are not normally admitted to a PhD degree without first having completed a taught Masters degree
- If you are proposing your own research topic, you will need to submit a research proposal. It's a key part of your application, so take your time. Your potential supervisors will use it to decide if your research is something they can support.
Visit programme website (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 (Non-residents): 43,226 AUD / year (≈ 22,880 GBP / year)
- Domestic (Citizens or residents): 9,896 AUD / year (≈ 5,238 GBP / year)
Living costs
Birmingham, United Kingdom: 1,445-2,142 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
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