Tuition fees

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PhD fees vary according to where you come from, whether you study full or part time and where you are based during your degree.

Alumni discounts

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If you've previously completed a degree with us, you’ll automatically receive our alumni discount (£1,500 off the cost of your tuition fees).

PhD funding

The University allocates around 150 entry awards each year in PhD studentships and bursaries, so there are many ways to access PhD funding. A studentship is usually a package that provides full funding for tuition fees and living costs.

NERC Climate System and Biodiversity Science CROCUS Doctoral Landscape Award (DLA)

Funded PhD opportunities training a new generation of environmental scientists to become interdisciplinary experts with strong quantitative skills, creative thinkers, and leaders in sustainability and inclusivity. Such knowledge and skills are critical in delivering the ambitious Net Zero, adaptation and restoration plans adopted by governments and businesses worldwide. Find out more about the NERC CROCUS DLA

NERC AI-INTERVENE Doctoral Focal Award (DFA)

The AI for Unlocking Datasets for Biodiversity Assessment and Prediction (AI-INTERVENE) DFA is training a new generation of AI-empowered data scientists. They will be equipped with the required AI and data science tools, ecological knowledge and wider interdisciplinary skillset to unlock the full potential of the wealth of existing and emerging sources of biodiversity data. Find out more about AI-INTERVENE

Mathematics for our Future Climate

Are you ready to be at the forefront of mathematical solutions for climate challenges? The Mathematics for our Future Climate Centre for Doctoral Training programme is an interdisciplinary initiative that harnesses the power of mathematics to address the urgent issues presented by climate change. Find out more about Mathematics for our Future Climate.

Earth System Prediction Doctoral Training Programme

This collaborative Doctoral Training Programme with the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF) offers funded PhDs for researchers keen to address next-generation challenges in Earth system prediction, and operational weather and climate forecasting. Find out more about the Earth System Prediction Doctoral Training Programme.

Studentships for PhD students

The University's Doctoral and Researcher College holds information about studentships and other funding available for postgraduate study.

Studentships are available for both UK and international students.

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Doctoral loans

You may be eligible to apply for a government-funded doctoral loan to fund your PhD.
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Alternative funding sources

The Alternative Guide to Postgraduate Funding is a database of less well-known sources of doctoral funding.
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Supplement your income

You might consider part-time or casual work as a way to supplement your income during your studies. There are often vacancies at the University, which you can apply for through Campus Jobs.
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