Environmental Sciences PhD or MA/MSc by Research

Entry requirements

• For MA or MSc by Research/MRes: At least a 2.1 honours degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant subject area
• For PhD: A master’s degree or equivalent in a subject area relevant to the proposed research topic
• We actively encourage applications from students from a range of diverse backgrounds who demonstrate appropriate research experience and achievement
• EU and international students need IELTS 6.5 overall (with a minimum of 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in any other component) or equivalent

Please provide a copy of your research proposal. This should be 1,000 words (excluding references and appendices) following the structure outlined in this research proposal guide.

Please note; we’re unable to process applications without a proposal for the School’s consideration. Not supplying one will delay the processing of applications.

Months of entry

February, October

Course content

A Masters by Research or Doctorate in Environmental Sciences here in the School of Natural, Social and Sport Sciences at University of Gloucestershire enables students to specialise in areas of ecology and biology, physical and human geography, or international relations and development.

Hear more from Dr Matt Wood in this video.