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Earth Sciences PhD

UK

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What will I learn?

Earth Science at Liverpool is a dynamic and internationally recognised discipline, offering research degrees and research projects that address critical environmental and energy challenges, such as geothermal energy, carbon capture and microplastics. Our postgraduate researchers are led by internationally-renowned experts and enjoy a first-class experience in an exciting research environment. Our research integrates fieldwork, experimental studies, and numerical modelling to explore both solid Earth and surface processes. PhD students benefit from world-leading laboratory facilities, dedicated supervision, and training in essential research skills, including data analysis, modelling and scientific communication. With strong industry and research organisation partnerships, we provide an outstanding environment for developing expertise and making meaningful contributions to global scientific challenges.

Which department am I in?

University of Liverpool

Study options

Full Time (2 Years)

Tuition fees
£25,350.00 (US$ 32,738) per year
This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

December 2026

Venue

Liverpool Campus

Foundation Building, Brownlow Hill,

Liverpool,

L69 7ZX, Northern England, United Kingdom

Full Time (2 Years)

Tuition fees
£25,350.00 (US$ 32,738) per year
Accommodation (Crown Place / Liverpool campus) - From: £197.33 per week (Single room)

This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

December 2027

Venue

Liverpool Campus

Foundation Building, Brownlow Hill,

Liverpool,

L69 7ZX, Northern England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

Discover the qualifications you'll need to apply for this course.Applicants are normally expected to hold both of the following:A UK 2:1 Honours degree, or international equivalent, in a relevant subject, andA masters degree in a relevant subject.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About University of Liverpool

The University of Liverpool is the original redbrick university. A world leader with 7,900 international students from over 187 countries.

  • Ranked in top 147 universities in world (QS Rankings 2026)
  • Achieved Gold in Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023
  • Founding member of the prestigious Russell Group
  • Located in one of the UK’s most iconic and friendly cities

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