Postgraduate Prospectus

The School of Geography at The University of Nottingham is one of the strongest both nationally and internationally. The school was ranked sixth in the UK on a measure of Research Power in the most recent Research Assessment Exercise, and ‘excellent’ in the Higher Education Funding Council for England (HEFCE) assessment of teaching provision. Geography at Nottingham provides a stimulating environment for students and staff alike based on high standards of innovative teaching and research. It is based on the spacious and attractive University Park campus. The Head of School is Professor Andrew Leyshon.

The school is a leading international centre of postgraduate teaching and research. We attract postgraduates through a variety of studentships and bursaries from research councils, the University, government agencies, and companies. Postgraduate students are an integral part of the wider research and teaching community of the school, which presently has more than 50 academic and research staff.

First stage of application process

The first stage for all research areas is to submit a formal application. Applications are not considered until all supporting documentation and a research proposal are received.