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PhD in River Basin Processes and Management - Hydrology and Hydraulics

University of Leeds

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  • Qualification

    PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

  • Location

    Leeds, Main

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    25-JAN-27

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

To do a PhD, you’ll usually need to dedicate 3 years full-time or 5 years part-time, during which you’ll be generating new knowledge and considering that new information in relation to existing information. You’ll carry out a programme of research under the supervision of a primary supervisor and one or more co-supervisors, have the chance to strengthen your research skills and knowledge and develop a really wide range of qualities. Whether you want to develop your career in industry or in academia, a PhD programme can help you to get where you want to be.We provide international leadership in understanding and managing environmental processes and feedbacks that control and link water, sediment, solute and biotic dynamics in river basins, estuaries and marine systems. We are particularly renowned for our research strengths in peatland science, glacial and ice-marginal systems, hillslope processes, and water resource management.

Application deadline

31/10/2026

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 28,750per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Leeds

University of Leeds

University of Leeds

  • University League Table

    18th

  • Campus address

    University of Leeds (Main), Woodhouse Lane, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS2 9JT, United Kingdom

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A global community with staff and students from over 130 countries, providing opportunities to meet and work with people from around the world.
The University of Leeds continually invests in its campus, from new labs and lecture theatres to one of the most impressive libraries in the UK.
The University of Leeds has been welcoming international students for over 100 years, so you can be sure of experienced help throughout your time at Leeds.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Geology

    7th out of 29 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 225
    138 61%

    12th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    94.0 94%

    3rd

    5

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.12 78%

    22nd

    2

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