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PostgraduateDoctor of Philosophy

Geography

Newcastle University
Newcastle upon Tyne, England
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6 yearsDuration
£25,600Per Year (Intl)
£5,238Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Offered by Newcastle University, the PhD Geography provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in sport and exercise science. Based in Newcastle upon Tyne, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 72-month full-time and part-time structure. We offer PhD supervision across a wide range of human and physical geography topics. Our research engages with applied issues and public policy concerns, as well as more abstract cultural and theoretical issues. We were recently ranked within the top 30 geography departments in the world (QS World University Rankings by subject). A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 90% student satisfaction rating, a 95% continuation rate, and 75% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Research Methods in Geography
Advanced Physical Geography
Quaternary Science and Palaeoclimatology
Geomorphology and Natural Hazards
Glacial and Periglacial Processes
Water Science and Hydrological Systems
Critical Geographic Theory and Methods
Doctoral Research Project
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate RequirementEntry requirements The entrance requirements below apply to 2026 entry. Academic entry requirementsHuman 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:geographyplanningurban studiesenvironmental studiessociologypoliticshistorybusiness studiesPhysical Geography - A 2:1 honours degree and a Master's degree, or international equivalent, in a relevant science subject such as:geographyenvironmenta

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£25,600

per year

Total Course Cost (72 months)£153,600

Home Student Fee

£5,238

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

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Graduate Outcomes

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💼 Employment Breakdown

60%Working
15%Studying
15%Work & Study
5%Seeking Work
75%Professional Jobs
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About Newcastle University

Newcastle University offers Geography as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

#149QS World
#18UK Ranking
27,230+Students
258+Courses
Russell GroupTEF Silver
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