Entry requirements
We welcome applications from a wide range of subject or disciplinary backgrounds.
Academic and practice backgrounds
Many of our students come from backgrounds in planning, the built environment disciplines, geography or from social sciences like politics. We are happy to consider applicants from beyond these disciplines who have a strong interest in geographical or urban issues.
We also recognise the value of practice-based experience, and will consider candidates with substantial experience but less in the way of academic qualifications.
Qualifications required
We select research students based primarily on their academic ability. This is usually decided on the basis of academic performance to date. This normally means that you will need at least:
- an Upper Second Class Honours degree (or equivalent), in an appropriate field (such as geography, urban studies/planning or a cognate discipline)
- and (or be currently studying) a masters degree (or equivalent), preferably one with a substantial research methods component.
International applicants
If English is not your first language or you do not possess a degree taught in the English language, there are minimum English language requirements. If you are yet to fulfil these requirements, they will be made conditions of any offer made.
You can find more detailed information about your specific entry requirements on our list of countries.