Research in polar studies embraces both the natural sciences and social sciences and humanities. The PhD in Polar Studies is a full-time, three-year research degree (or 4 to 7 years part-time) examined by a thesis. A successful thesis will represent a substantial contribution to knowledge and will also represent a realistic amount of work for three years of full-time study (or equivalent part-time). Students are based in the Scott Polar Research Institute, which is a sub-department of the Department of Geography. In the first year, students attend a comprehensive training programme based around lectures, seminars, and workshops on fundamental ideas in geography, the design of research projects, and empirical methods and techniques. The University of Cambridge also offers a wide range of training courses for personal and professional development. There is no set course material.

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Duration: 3 Year(s)

Intake	Location
Michaelmas (October), 2027	Cambridge

Entry requirements for University of Cambridge

Applicants for this course should have achieved a High II.i Honours Degree. If your degree is not from the UK, please check International Qualifications to find the equivalent in your country.

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Application Deadline

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Further information

If you aren't eligible for the above entry requirements, you might have a chance to explore pathway options at University of Cambridge. If you want to find out more, speak to our counsellors.