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​​Environmental Science MPhil/PhD/PhD by Published works​​

Key Facts

  • Level

    PostgraduatePG

  • Duration

    MPhil Full Time (on and off-site): 12 months – 3 years MPhil Part Time (on and off-site): 30 months – 5 years
    PhD Full Time (on and off-site): 2 – 4 years PhD Part Time (on and off-site): 3 – 6 years
    PhD by Published Works Part Time (on and off-site): 1 – 2 years

  • Starting

    October, March

Updated 27/03/2025

Discovery Days

Updated 27/03/2025

Get in touch

For questions regarding study and admissions please contact us:

UK STUDENTS ENQUIRIES

study@northampton.ac.uk
0300 303 2772

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS ENQUIRIES

international@northampton.ac.uk
44 (0)1604 892134

Overview


​The PhD/MPhil and PhD by Published Works in Environmental Science at the University of Northampton harnesses a diverse spectrum of academic disciplines and staff expertise to drive research and enterprise initiatives.

These initiatives are dedicated to addressing real-world issues, uncovering facts, and building upon evidence to shape a vision for a sustainable tomorrow. Our investigative efforts are geared towards deepening insights into the intricate connections shared by our natural environment, humans, and wildlife.

Explore the groundbreaking research conducted in this domain, delve into the profiles of our distinguished experts, and learn about the transformative work undertaken by the Centre for Sustainable Futures. This could be your opportunity to contribute to research that inspires and makes a difference. ​​​

The closing dates for applications for the October intake is the 1 August and for the March intake is the 11 December 

Highlights


  • ​​Gathering and organising data
  • ​Analysing and constructing models from data
  • Conducting thorough evaluations and assessments
  • ​Reviewing and debating scholarly works
  • Developing skills in delivering presentations at global forums
  • ​Enhancing abilities in authoring academic papers.​

Entry Requirements


​​The standard academic entry requirement for this research program is a bachelor’s degree with upper second-class honours (2:1) in a pertinent field, or its international equivalent, or a master’s degree in a field that is directly applicable to the research, also recognised internationally.

Course Content


Fees and Funding


2025/26 Tuition Fees

Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 25/26 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.

Doctor Of Philosophy Degrees

  • UK – Full Time: £5,700
  • UK – Part Time: £2,845
  • International – Full Time: £16,350
  • International – Part Time: £7,640

Doctor of Philosophy Degrees by means of Published Works

Including: Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) by means of published works.

  • UK – Part Time: £3,600
  • International – Part Time: £7,840

Please visit the funding page for more details on how to fund your study.

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Careers and Employability


After successfully completing their studies, graduates emerge fully equipped to tackle roles in research and development within the industry, pursue academic careers, or assume leadership roles.​

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