Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 42 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting September 2027
- Apply before Jan 2027
Language
English
- TOEFL iBT: 85
- PTE Academic: 67
- IELTS: 6.5
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Bristol, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Chemistry, Biology
Overview
The Great Western Four and Doctoral Training Partnership at University of Bristol provides a multidisciplinary training environment for postgraduate students in NERC sciences. Due to the nature of the funding, this programme is open primarily to UK students. There will be a limited number of studentships available to international students - including those from the EU.
Features
This NERC-funded doctoral training partnership programme offers studentships for 42 months within three research themes: Dynamic Earth, Living World and Changing Planet.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Biological Sciences
- Chemistry
- Earth Sciences
- Geographical Sciences
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
- GPA: Upper Second Class
English requirements
- TOEFL iBT: 85
- PTE Academic: 67
- IELTS: 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
An upper second-class degree or higher (or international equivalent) in a discipline related to the PhD project for which you are applying, such as geology, biological sciences, environmental sciences, chemistry or geography. Some projects may be suitable for those with computing, mathematics, engineering and physics degrees. Applicants with additional relevant experience and/or a master's degree are encouraged to apply.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International: 52,024 AUD / year (approx. 27,500 GBP / year)
- Domestic: 9,659 AUD / year (approx. 5,106 GBP / year)
Additional Details
Part time home tuition: £2,553
Living costs
Bristol
United Kingdom
1,419-2,384 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Scholarships Information
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Great Western Four and Doctoral Training Partnership.
Available Scholarships
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.
- British Council scholarships for Women - Grant: Various benefits - Deadline: Not specified
- GREAT Scholarships - Grant: 13000 GBP - Deadline: 10 Apr 2027
- Anne and Peggy Sleigh Bursaries - Grant: 2500 GBP - Deadline: Not specified
- Bristol PhD Scholarships for Applicants of Black and mixed Black Heritage - Grant: Various benefits - Deadline: Not specified
- Alumni Foundation Music Bursaries - Grant: 500 GBP - Deadline: 31 Jul 2027
- Bristol Postgraduate Research Scholarships - Grant: 21805 GBP - Deadline: Not specified
- Sanctuary Scholarship - Grant: Various benefits - Deadline: Not specified
- Commonwealth Shared Scholarships - Grant: Various benefits - Deadline: 09 Dec 2026
- Alumni discount - Grant: Various benefits - Deadline: Not specified
- St Mary Redcliffe Choral Section Leaders - Grant: Various benefits - Deadline: Not specified
- The Bob Savage Memorial Fund - Grant: 500 GBP - Deadline: 15 Sep 2026
- Chevening Scholarships - Grant: Various benefits - Deadline: 06 Oct 2026
- Think Big Scholarships for international students - Grant: Various benefits - Deadline: Not specified
- Graduation gown discount - Grant: 58 GBP - Deadline: Not specified
- St Pauls Church Organ Scholarship - Grant: 1450 GBP - Deadline: Not specified
- Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship - Grant: 1552 GBP - Deadline: Not specified
- Fulbright U.S. Student Program - Grant: Various benefits - Deadline: 07 Oct 2026
- ServiceScape Scholarship - Grant: 1000 USD - Deadline: 30 Nov 2026
- ACES Scholarships - Grant: 3500 USD - Deadline: 15 Nov 2026
- Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility - Grant: Various benefits - Deadline: Not specified
- Scholarships for PhD Students - Grant: 19000 GBP - Deadline: Not specified
- Boustany Astronomy PhD Scholarship - Grant: Various benefits - Deadline: 28 Feb 2027
- Amberscholar Scholarship - Grant: 6000 USD - Deadline: 31 Jan 2027
- $1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship - Grant: 1000 USD - Deadline: 31 Oct 2026
- Voice Talent Online Scholarship - Grant: 1000 USD - Deadline: 01 Mar 2027
- Dream Chaser Scholarship - Grant: 1000 USD - Deadline: 13 Jan 2027
- Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids - Grant: 22500 GBP - Deadline: Not specified
- Scholarship for students with disabilities - Grant: 3000 USD - Deadline: 31 Dec 2026
- BOC Sciences Chemistry Scholarship Program - Grant: 1000 USD - Deadline: 31 Oct 2026
- Creative BioMart Scholarship Program - Grant: 1000 USD - Deadline: 31 Oct 2026
- Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria - Grant: Various benefits - Deadline: 31 Dec 2026
- The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship - Grant: 1500 USD - Deadline: Not specified
- Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme - Grant: 12000 USD - Deadline: 11 Jan 2027