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Royal Holloway, University of London: Earth Sciences
| Institution | Royal Holloway, University of London |
|---|---|
| Department | Earth Sciences |
| Web | http://www.rhul.ac.uk |
| Admissions.Enquiries@RoyalHolloway.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 01784 414944 |
| Study type | Research |
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
Summary
The Department of Earth Sciences is one of the leading centres of research and teaching in the UK. 88% of our research is rated world-leading or internationally excellent in the most recent Research Excellence Framework (REF 2021).
Our research is based in three centres: Centre for Energy and Resources (CEREs), Centre of Climate, Ocean and Atmosphere (COCOA), and Centre of Dynamic Earth and Solar System (CEDESS). This framework encourages and promotes multidisciplinary activity and supports researchers. We maintain vital links with industrial and commercial partners providing research support, industry experience and employment for our graduates.
Department research activity spans diverse topics designed to investigate the past, present and future of planet earth and its resources. Our research work ranges from groundbreaking blue-sky research, to very applied projects with high societal impact deliverables for industrial and government sponsors.
Prospective students are invited to contact individual members of staff in the department in the first instance to discuss potential research projects. Find out more about our staff areas of research and expertise and our postgraduate research opportunities (MSc by Research, MPhil and PhD): https://www.royalholloway.ac.uk/research-and-teaching/departments-and-schools/earth-sciences/studying-here/postgraduate-research/
If you are interested in a full-time MSc by Research, MPhil or PhD research project, or prefer to study part-time, please contact a potential lead supervisor and submit a CV. We also encourage you to put forward and discuss potential projects of your own design.
From time to time, we make changes to our courses to improve the student and learning experience. If we make a significant change to your chosen course, we’ll let you know as soon as possible.
Our research activities falls in to three main themes which are: Geodynamics and Sedimentary Systems, Physical and Chemical Earth Processes, and Global Environmental Change. They represent a framework to encourage and promote multidisciplinary activity.
Find out more about our research areas: https://www.royalholloway.ac.uk/research-and-teaching/departments-and-schools/earth-sciences/research/our-research-areas/
Our extensive facilities, include world-class laboratories for geochemical analysis, sedimentology and palaeontology, and specialist analogue modelling laboratories for recreating earth structures.
PhD research studies are supported by Research Council, industrial and College studentships.
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A good first degree or masters in a cognate discipline to Earth Science, and relevant to the proposed research project. We are also prepared to consider candidates with extensive practical or industrial experience that would be relevant to the project. Before applying we recommend securing a supervisor in order to apply for your research project. We advise getting in touch with the Director of Postgraduate Education making an informal enquiry for your chosen research degree to inquire whether there is any other additional material they require you to submit in your application. English language requirements The scores we require |
| Location | Main Site Royal Holloway, University Of London Egham Hill Egham TW20 0EX |
Fees
| Channel Islands | 5006 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Republic of Ireland | 5006 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 29700 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 29700 GBP for Year 1 |
| England | 5006 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 5006 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 5006 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 5006 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
The Department of Earth Sciences is one of the leading centres of research and teaching in the UK. 88% of our research is rated world-leading or internationally excellent in the most recent Research Excellence Framework (REF 2021).
Our research is based in three centres: Centre for Energy and Resources (CEREs), Centre of Climate, Ocean and Atmosphere (COCOA), and Centre of Dynamic Earth and Solar System (CEDESS). This framework encourages and promotes multidisciplinary activity and supports researchers. We maintain vital links with industrial and commercial partners providing research support, industry experience and employment for our graduates.
Department research activity spans diverse topics designed to investigate the past, present and future of planet earth and its resources. Our research work ranges from groundbreaking blue-sky research, to very applied projects with high societal impact deliverables for industrial and government sponsors.
Prospective students are invited to contact individual members of staff in the department in the first instance to discuss potential research projects. Find out more about our staff areas of research and expertise and our postgraduate research opportunities (MSc by Research, MPhil and PhD): https://www.royalholloway.ac.uk/research-and-teaching/departments-and-schools/earth-sciences/studying-here/postgraduate-research/
If you are interested in a full-time MSc by Research, MPhil or PhD research project, or prefer to study part-time, please contact a potential lead supervisor and submit a CV. We also encourage you to put forward and discuss potential projects of your own design.
From time to time, we make changes to our courses to improve the student and learning experience. If we make a significant change to your chosen course, we’ll let you know as soon as possible.
Our research activities falls in to three main themes which are: Geodynamics and Sedimentary Systems, Physical and Chemical Earth Processes, and Global Environmental Change. They represent a framework to encourage and promote multidisciplinary activity.
Find out more about our research areas: https://www.royalholloway.ac.uk/research-and-teaching/departments-and-schools/earth-sciences/research/our-research-areas/
Our extensive facilities, include world-class laboratories for geochemical analysis, sedimentology and palaeontology, and specialist analogue modelling laboratories for recreating earth structures.
PhD research studies are supported by Research Council, industrial and College studentships.
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A good first degree or masters in a cognate discipline to Earth Science, and relevant to the proposed research project. We are also prepared to consider candidates with extensive practical or industrial experience that would be relevant to the project. Before applying we recommend securing a supervisor in order to apply for your research project. We advise getting in touch with the Director of Postgraduate Education making an informal enquiry for your chosen research degree to inquire whether there is any other additional material they require you to submit in your application. English language requirements The scores we require |
| Location | Main Site Royal Holloway, University Of London Egham Hill Egham TW20 0EX |
Fees
| Channel Islands | 5006 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Republic of Ireland | 5006 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 29700 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 29700 GBP for Year 1 |
| England | 5006 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 5006 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 5006 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 5006 GBP for Year 1 |
MSc (Res)
Summary
This programme is offered to prospective students who wish to pursue research in a selected field of the Geological Sciences for a period of one calendar year full time or two calendar years part time and be awarded a Masters degree.
The main focus of the degree programme is an independent research project, chosen by the student, developed into a project proposal through discussion with a chosen supervisor at Royal Holloway. It may be possible to arrange co-supervisors from other Universities, Research Institutes or Industry, to benefit from their specialist expertise. Students will receive training in research skills, including data collection, data handling and analytical techniques as well as transferable and presentation skills.
During your studies you may attend taught courses if they are relevant to your training needs. Students will have access to the wide range of other training opportunities available in the college including the Researcher Development Programme (RDP).
Students may be employed as postgraduate demonstrators if there are opportunities available. In this situation they may attend the course 'Skills of Teaching to Inspire Learning' (inSTIL) which, on successful completion, results in accreditation as an Associate of the Higher Education Academy.
The main outcome of the degree programme is a piece of independent research presented in the form of a dissertation. Upon completion of the programme students will have gained experience of research and presentation of material in the geological sciences which equips them to publish work in international scientific journals.
Prospective students should contact individual members of staff in the department in the first instance to discuss potential research projects.
General questions may be directed to the postgraduate administrator.
It should be noted that there are no funded places available for this degree programme but prospective students resident in England, and EU, EAA and Swiss students, may be eligible for a government loan.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | UK 2:2 ( Honours) or equivalent in Geology, Geophysics or a cognate subject |
| Location | Royal Holloway Egham Hill Egham TW20 0EX |
Fees
| Channel Islands | 5006 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Republic of Ireland | 5006 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 29700 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 29700 GBP for Year 1 |
| England | 5006 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 5006 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 5006 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 5006 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
This programme is offered to prospective students who wish to pursue research in a selected field of the Geological Sciences for a period of one calendar year full time or two calendar years part time and be awarded a Masters degree.
The main focus of the degree programme is an independent research project, chosen by the student, developed into a project proposal through discussion with a chosen supervisor at Royal Holloway. It may be possible to arrange co-supervisors from other Universities, Research Institutes or Industry, to benefit from their specialist expertise. Students will receive training in research skills, including data collection, data handling and analytical techniques as well as transferable and presentation skills.
During your studies you may attend taught courses if they are relevant to your training needs. Students will have access to the wide range of other training opportunities available in the college including the Researcher Development Programme (RDP).
Students may be employed as postgraduate demonstrators if there are opportunities available. In this situation they may attend the course 'Skills of Teaching to Inspire Learning' (inSTIL) which, on successful completion, results in accreditation as an Associate of the Higher Education Academy.
The main outcome of the degree programme is a piece of independent research presented in the form of a dissertation. Upon completion of the programme students will have gained experience of research and presentation of material in the geological sciences which equips them to publish work in international scientific journals.
Prospective students should contact individual members of staff in the department in the first instance to discuss potential research projects.
General questions may be directed to the postgraduate administrator.
It should be noted that there are no funded places available for this degree programme but prospective students resident in England, and EU, EAA and Swiss students, may be eligible for a government loan.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | UK 2:2 ( Honours) or equivalent in Geology, Geophysics or a cognate subject |
| Location | Royal Holloway Egham Hill Egham TW20 0EX |
Fees
| Channel Islands | 5006 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Republic of Ireland | 5006 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 29700 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 29700 GBP for Year 1 |
| England | 5006 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 5006 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 5006 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 5006 GBP for Year 1 |
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