Apply before Jul 2027, National. This is an estimated deadline. The deadline applies if you have the same nationality as the university.Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Reading, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Soil Science
Overview
Our Soil Science research at University of Reading spans a broad range of topics at the interface between humans and the environment.
Features
- We conduct in-depth and cross-disciplinary environmental science to address global challenges.
- We have a strong focus on soil, water and air, all in relation to ecosystem services, sustainable production and natural hazards, and we work at scales ranging from molecular to Earth system.
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Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Bio-geochemistry
- Pollution and Soil Science
- Soil Science
- Past climate and environmental change
- Hydrometeorology And Hydrology
- Water Quality And Global-scale Forecasting
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Admission requirements
Academic requirements
GPA: Upper Second Class
English requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 135
- TOEFL iBT: 88
- PTE Academic: 69
- IELTS: 6.5
Other requirements
- To be accepted to study for a PhD, applicants will normally need to have an undergraduate degree of at least a 2:1 (or equivalent) or a master's degree, in a subject related to the proposed PhD topic.
- In some areas of the University (particularly in the arts, humanities, social sciences and business) applicants are normally only accepted if they have a master's-level qualification.
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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): 45,852 AUD / year (≈ 24,450 GBP / year)
Domestic (citizens or residents): 9,823 AUD / year (≈ 5,238 GBP / year)
Living costs in Reading, United Kingdom
1,693–2,592 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
