PostgraduateDoctor of Philosophy

Geography (Urban and Regional Studies)

Name: Geography (Urban and Regional Studies)
Price: 22880 GBP
Availability: InStock

University of Birmingham

Birmingham, England

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3 yearsDuration

£22,880Per Year (Intl)

£5,181Home Fee

N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

The PhD Geography (Urban and Regional Studies) at University of Birmingham is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about advancing human performance. Based in Birmingham, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 3-year full-time structure. The Geography (Urban and Regional Studies) PhD is offered by the Department of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences. Based in a city with a rich industrial heritage and rapid urban transformation - your future as a thought leader in planning and development starts here. Our department hosts one of the UK’s leading planning research groups, offering expert mentorship and innovative research opportunities. A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 91% student satisfaction rating, and a 95% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Advanced Urban Theory and Critique

Quantitative and Qualitative Research Methods in Geography

Regional Development and Economic Geography

Urban Planning Policy and Governance

Sustainable Cities and Environmental Justice

Transport Geography and Mobility Studies

Research Design and Thesis Development

Contemporary Issues in Urban Regeneration

Academic Year:2025-26 entry

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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement

2:1

🗣️ English Language Requirements

Test	Overall	L	R	W	S
IELTS Academic	6.5	6	6	6	6
PTE Academic	67	—	—	—	—

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£22,880

per year

Total Course Cost (3 years)£68,640

Home Student Fee

£5,181

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

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

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

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💼 Employment Breakdown

70%Working

10%Work & Study

10%Seeking Work

95%Professional Jobs

Official Data

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