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London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London: Environmental Policy and Development
| Institution | London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London |
|---|---|
| Department | Social Policy |
| Web | https://www.lse.ac.uk |
| stu.rec@lse.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 020 7955 6613 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
This programme offers the chance to undertake a substantial piece of work that is worthy of scholarly publication and which makes an original contribution to the social scientific study of environmental change and development. You will begin on the MPhil, and will need to meet certain requirements to be upgraded to PhD status.
The PhD in Environmental Policy and Development aims to provide a rigorous, research-based approach to the social scientific study of environmental change and development. The doctoral programme provides you with advanced and up-to-date teaching in environmental governance and development studies as well as tailored research skills training. Moreover, the doctoral experience at LSE exposes you to an international, vibrant and multidisciplinary research environment.
The programme is run by the Environmental Economics and Policy cluster of the Department of Geography and Environment. The cluster brings together experts in environmental change, geography, political science and economics, with an interest in advancing empirical understanding and in the theory of environmental performance, behaviour and governance across a range of geographic scales. All members have strong expertise in environmental economics and/or policy and are regularly involved in high-profile consultancy work for national and international organisations.
Master of Philosophy - MPhil
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Entry requirements | The programme is offered in the following formats: Either the standalone MPhil/PhD Environmental Policy and Development (+3 route) Or combined with the MSc Environmental Policy and Regulation/MSc Environment and Development progressing onto the MPhil/PhD Environmental Policy and Development (1+3 route) + 3 Route: MPhil/PhD Environmental Policy and Development (2-4 years) The minimum entry requirement for this programme is a taught master’s degree (or equivalent), with a minimum of 65 per cent average and at least 70 in dissertation, in a related discipline. 1+3 Route: MSc Environmental Policy and Regulation/MSc Environment and Development (1 year) + MPhil/PhD Environmental Policy and Development (2-4 years) The 1+3 pathway – suitable if you do not hold a relevant postgraduate degree – is aimed at students graduating with an undergraduate degree in a related subject. (See entrance requirement for the relevant MSc Programme). The 1+3 Combined PhD Programme is only available as part of an ESRC Funded pathway. The 1+3 scheme provides funding for a one year research training master's linked to a PhD programme and is designed for students who have not already completed an ESRC recognised programme of research training. The ESRC 1+3 scholarship covers the master’s and the PhD programme and so takes up to 5 years in total. Progression from the master’s onto the PhD programme is dependent upon performance in the master’s programme (Students must score 65 per cent overall and at least 70 per cent in their dissertation to comply with the Department’s usual PhD entry criteria). To apply for the 1+3 route, an application must be submitted for the relevant master’s programme, including a research proposal for the PhD aspect of the pathway. Applicants must also indicate their wish to be considered for the 1+3 pathway and associated funding within their personal statement. Students who apply for the PhD programme directly, will not be considered for the 1+3 pathway. Competition for places at the School is high. This means that even if you meet our minimum entry requirement, this does not guarantee you an offer of admission. |
| Location | London School of Economics and Political Science Houghton Street London WC2A 2AE |
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