36 monthsProgramme duration
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Programme overview
Main Subject
Geography
Degree
PhD
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
On Campus
This PhD offers training both in human geographic research and in interdisciplinary approaches to understanding/ responding to the challenges of an era of rapid urbanisation and urban redevelopment around the world. Urbanization and development are the main focus of work by both staff and students associated with this programme. But it also provides opportunities for research on topics and issues within human geography which are not specifically “urban” but which relate to other areas of expertise and interest of academic staff within the Urbanization, Planning and Development cluster.
The MPhil/PhD Human Geography and Urban Studies aims to: (i) provide advanced knowledge of the principles and conceptual foundations of human geographic and urban social science research, together with the research skills and methodological understanding needed to develop original research in the field; (ii) expose you to the most recent developments and debates in human geography and urban studies; (iii) prepare you for careers in research, academia, international organisations, urban planning and governance, the consultancy sector and NGOs.
We offer needs-based awards for our research programmes, including the PhD Studentships, Bloomberg Philanthropies PhD Studentship in Cities and Silvretta PhD Scholarship Programme. Please check the specific details, requirements and restrictions on scholarship availability on our website.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Geography
Degree
PhD
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
On Campus
This PhD offers training both in human geographic research and in interdisciplinary approaches to understanding/ responding to the challenges of an era of rapid urbanisation and urban redevelopment around the world. Urbanization and development are the main focus of work by both staff and students associated with this programme. But it also provides opportunities for research on topics and issues within human geography which are not specifically “urban” but which relate to other areas of expertise and interest of academic staff within the Urbanization, Planning and Development cluster.
The MPhil/PhD Human Geography and Urban Studies aims to: (i) provide advanced knowledge of the principles and conceptual foundations of human geographic and urban social science research, together with the research skills and methodological understanding needed to develop original research in the field; (ii) expose you to the most recent developments and debates in human geography and urban studies; (iii) prepare you for careers in research, academia, international organisations, urban planning and governance, the consultancy sector and NGOs.
We offer needs-based awards for our research programmes, including the PhD Studentships, Bloomberg Philanthropies PhD Studentship in Cities and Silvretta PhD Scholarship Programme. Please check the specific details, requirements and restrictions on scholarship availability on our website.
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