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Environmental Sciences PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 209 Environmental Sciences PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Embarking on a PhD in Environmental Sciences is a journey into the planet's most pressing ecological and environmental challenges. These advanced degrees offer candidates the opportunity to explore the intricate relationships between human activities and the natural environment, aiming to uncover sustainable solutions that balance societal needs with the health of our planet.

Through a PhD in Environmental Sciences, students delve into a diverse range of topics such as climate change, biodiversity conservation, water resources management, and environmental policy, employing interdisciplinary approaches that combine elements of biology, chemistry, physics, and social sciences. These programs are not only about conducting research; they are about contributing to a body of knowledge that can drive real-world change towards a more sustainable and environmentally conscious society.

Why complete a PhD in Environmental Sciences?

A PhD in Environmental Sciences positions candidates at the forefront of efforts to understand and mitigate the impacts of human activity on the environment. These degrees enable students to conduct in-depth research on critical issues, developing a profound understanding of environmental processes and how they can be managed or preserved.

Through these programs, students gain the expertise to utilize advanced research methodologies, data analysis techniques, and modeling tools, empowering them to generate insights that can inform and influence environmental policy, conservation efforts, and sustainable practices. The collaborative and often interdisciplinary nature of environmental science research fosters partnerships across academic disciplines, industry sectors, and geographical borders, amplifying the potential impact of doctoral work.

In terms of employment, earning a PhD in Environmental Sciences opens up a wide array of career paths in academia, government agencies, non-profit organizations, and the private sector. Graduates are well-equipped to take on roles as environmental consultants, policy advisors, conservation scientists, and research scientists, among others.

In academic careers, they contribute to the advancement of knowledge through teaching and publication, while in the public and private sectors, they are instrumental in developing policies and strategies for environmental management and sustainability. The leadership and analytical skills honed during these programs, combined with a deep understanding of environmental issues, make PhD holders valuable assets in efforts to tackle global environmental challenges.

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Shells to Solutions: Dual Circular Economy Benefits from Local Waste Shells to Clean up Our Lady's Island Lake and Ballyteige Channels

  Research Group: Eco-innovation Research Centre
Post summary. Applications are invited for suitably qualified candidates interested in pursuing a Research Masters by completing an industrial and societal relevant research project within the PMBRC/EIRC at SETU Waterford. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr M Kinsella, Dr S Pin tan, Prof H Hughes
 29 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Integrated Platform for Geostatistical and Physics-based Modelling and AI Machine Learning for Environmental Contamination Assessment

Environmental contamination is a broad topical issue in the concern of sustainable development and climate change. Economic development of human society has resulted in global large destruction and contamination on soil, water, air, and general natural resources. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr Y Wang
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Electrochemical Optimisation for Waste-to-Value Conversion of Spent Coffee Grounds

Spent coffee grounds (SCG) are produced at scale by cafés, roasters, offices and households, yet are commonly downcycled or go to landfill. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr M Jones, Dr Ilija Rasovic, Dr K Goode
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Community resilience and cascading climate impacts

Critical infrastructures are central to the function of society, with interdependencies between systems which brings risks of disruption in one sector impacting on another. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr S Mander, Dr R Wood
 7 August 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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PhD in Bridging Physics and Earth Observation: Geospatial foundation models for real-time flood mapping.

Overview of the Project. Flooding is one of the most significant natural hazards in the United Kingdom, with increasing frequency and severity driven by climate change and urban expansion. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr MP Peppa, Dr V Glenis, Dr M Herrera
 30 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Understanding Irradiation and Fission Product Interaction in Nuclear Graphite using Advanced Microscopy

The University of Manchester invites applications for a fully funded PhD position focused on understanding the irradiation behaviour of nuclear graphite material under extreme conditions to ensure the safety of next-generation reactors. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof A Jones
 31 August 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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What process options are available for treatment of hazardous chemicals at the point of entry to sewer?

We invite applications for a fully funded MSc by Research investigating innovative solutions for the removal of hazardous chemicals, including PFAS, at the point of entry to sewer. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr P Campo Moreno, Dr TL Lyu
 8 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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PFAS Quantitation and Biocatalytic Remediation

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 Supervisors: Dr L D Donnelly, Dr DE Ellis
 3 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Development and Optimisation of Adsorbents for the Detection and Environmental Remediation of Organic Pollutants

Background. Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are now recognised as one of the most persistent and widespread classes of environmental contaminants. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr M Little, Prof S J Dalgarno
 3 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Modelling reactive two-phase flow in porous media

  Research Group: Subsurface Reservoir Flow Group (SRFG)
PhD/Postdoctoral Position in Reactive Multiphase Flow and CO₂ Mineralization for Direct Air Capture. The Subsurface Reservoir flow group in Tel Aviv University led by Prof. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof A Rabinovich
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)
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Passive acoustic monitoring to inform evidence-based policy for coral reefs. PhD (Royal Society Funded)

Coral reefs are culturally and biologically important ecosystems threatened by climate change and local stressors. Until greenhouse gas emissions are reduced, we can improve local protection and management for resilience and sustainability. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr S Nedelec
 6 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Utilisation of CO2 for subsurface energy extraction

The research focuses on developing computational frameworks for various techniques of utilising CO2 for extracting heat from geothermal sources. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr M Babaei
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Utilisation of CO2 for subsurface energy extraction

The research focuses on developing computational frameworks for various techniques of utilising CO2 for extracting heat from geothermal sources. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr M Babaei
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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A Biogeochemical Framework for Understanding Biodegradation

The environmental fate of synthetic polymers, including polyacrylates, polyquaterniums, and polyethylene glycols used in personal care and homecare products, remains poorly understood in natural aquatic systems. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr R Mushinski
 1 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Modelling Fire Spread - SAFEBATT

This is a 3.5 year PhD project at KCL affiliated to the Faraday Institution SAFEBATT project, which is a major project increasing the fundamental understanding… Read more
 Supervisor: Dr FR Restuccia
 29 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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