PhD in Polar Studies Scott Polar Research Institute

Research in polar studies embraces both the natural sciences (physical geography, biogeography) and social sciences. The PhD in Polar Studies is a full-time three-year research degree (or five years part-time), examined by a dissertation. A successful dissertation will represent a substantial contribution to knowledge and will also represent a realistic amount of work for three years' full-time study (or equivalent part-time).In the first year, students attend a comprehensive training programme based around seminars and workshops, dealing with fundamental ideas in geography, the design of research projects, and empirical methods and techniques. The University of Cambridge also offers a wide range of training courses for personal and professional development.