PhD in Soil and Environmental Science

The tuition fee is 19,000 GBP per year; the application deadline for PhD in Soil and Environmental Science is Jun 1, 2027.

The PhD in Soil and Environmental Science at Bangor University is a 2-year program for students with a Master's degree. It provides a stimulating environment for postgraduate training and research in Environmental and Soil Science.

The curriculum covers specialisations like Sustainable rural and urban environments, Climate change, Biogeochemistry of soil and freshwaters, and Waste Management and Restoration. Students develop skills in soil classification, soil biology, and soil hydrology and physics, with a focus on practical applications.

Graduates can pursue careers as Environmental Scientists, Soil Conservationists, Sustainability Specialists, Climate Change Researchers, or Waste Management Specialists, working in industries like agriculture, conservation, or government, with employers such as research institutions, environmental organizations, or private companies.

Bangor University, located in the coastal city of Bangor in Wales and founded in 1884 (Royal Charter 1885), is a public institution known for combining strong research with a student-focused experience. The university enrolls around 11,000 students, including roughly 2,700 international students, and groups teaching and research across nine academic schools. With 382 programmes spanning arts, sciences and professional subjects, Bangor balances tradition and innovation while aiming to deliver high academic standards and a supportive learning environment.

Set between the mountains of Snowdonia and the Menai Strait, the campus offers an attractive natural setting alongside good connections to larger UK cities. Institutional review commends its data-driven approach to quality, partnership with students, and embedded bilingual provision. Sustainability and global citizenship are central themes, informing research, enterprise and campus life, while interdisciplinary projects and community links create practical learning pathways for students at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

International students benefit from tailored support services, Welsh cultural opportunities, and a breadth of modules that suit varied career goals. Small-group teaching, research-led study and industry connections support employability, internships and further study. Prospective students seeking a welcoming campus with strong pastoral care, active student societies and clear routes into professional life will find Bangor offers rigorous academics alongside a distinctive natural and cultural setting.