Environmental Sciences (economic) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 63 Environmental Sciences (economic) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

PhDs in The Centre for Regional Economic and Social Research

Sheffield Hallam University Centre for Regional Economic and Social Research

Our research focuses on issues of social and economic disadvantage as experienced by places and people. We invite applications for research study in any of our research strengths, which include. Read more

Self-Funded PhD Students Only Social Sciences Research Programme

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PhD Opportunities in the Social Sciences at Sheffield Hallam University for UK Black, Asian & Ethnic Minority Scholars

Sheffield Hallam University Department of Psychology, Sociology & Politics

Applications are invited from UK Black, Asian, and minority ethnic candidates for a Race Equity Scholarship in the Social and Economic Research Institute… Read more

Funded PhD Programme (UK Students Only) Social Sciences Research Programme

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Socio-ecological research to understand the potential impacts of alternative protein sources in the UK and Europe

University of Leeds School of Earth & Environment

We are looking for an academically excellent, impact-focused candidate for an interdisciplinary PhD project working at the science-policy interface. Read more

Supervisors: Dr DR Williams, Dr N M Lomax

3 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Techno‐Economic Impact of Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS)

University of Bradford Faculty of Engineering & Digital Technologies

Research Group: Mechanical and Process Engineering

The reduction of emissions of greenhouse gases is agreed in November 2016 in the Paris international agreement (IEA Dec. 2016). The agreement is expected to create a transformative change in the energy sector to combat climate change. Read more

Supervisor: Dr N Rahmanian

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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One Hour Region : Driving Back Overshoot at the Regional Scale

University of Stirling School of Biological & Environmental Sciences

Rationale. The drive to net zero and beyond is a widely established ambition across the UK’s policy landscape, yet a framework against which to drive change and measure progress has yet to be established. Read more

Supervisors: Prof A N Tyler, Dr E Cartmell, Dr S Mathieson, Dr M Wackernagel

6 May 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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The nexus between climate change, extreme air pollution events and public health – Towards a holistic approach

University of Liverpool Institute of Population Health

Climate change is a major public health concern. Read more

Supervisors: Dr VM Matthaios, Dr C Kypridermos, Dr BC Collins

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Leverhulme Doctoral Programme for Regenerative Innovation (Regnr8-i): Catalysing thriving and inclusive places for lasting urban regeneration: Another Eden in the City of Dundee

University of Dundee UNESCO Centre for Water Law, Policy & Science

This Regnr8-i Studentship will explore how the creative economy can contribute to urban and regional development during the prevailing climate emergency, inclusive of both planned and autonomous adaptations. Read more

Supervisors: Prof J Rowan, Ms CS Sweeney, Mr BP Parkin, Prof GH Hutton

3 May 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Habitats: Managing the ecological impacts of noise on wildlife habitats for sustainable development

University of Salford School of Science, Engineering and Environment

Information on this PhD research area can be found further down this page under the details about the Widening Participation Scholarship given immediately below. Read more

Supervisors: Prof D Waddington, Dr M Wood, Prof B Davies, Prof R Young

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Intervention without violation of natural order: A complex adaptive systems (CAS) perspective of sustainable urban development

Edinburgh Napier University School of Computing, Engineering & the Built Environment

The rise to prominence of the concept and practice of sustainable development over the past few decades has paralleled an increasing number of theoretical platforms upon which to understand the concept. Read more

Supervisor: Dr CM Moobela

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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PhD Scholarship in Materials Science or Chemical Engineering for the Development of Novel Controlled-Release Fertilisers and Manufacturing Processes

Victoria University of Wellington School of Chemical and Physical Sciences

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Supervisor: Prof J Johnston

29 April 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Binks Institute for Sustainability: An uncertain future for achieving eco-hydrological resilience – investigating systemic impacts of net zero-driven, land-use decisions on Scotland’s water resources

University of Dundee School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law

Context. Land use in the future will be greatly influenced by accelerating climate change, the size and timing of our net-zero ambitions, and wider disruptions due to geopolitical events. Read more

Supervisors: Dr A Morel, Dr S Halliday, Dr M Glendell, Dr M Hare

30 April 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Sheffield Hallam Opportunity PhD Scholarships

Sheffield Hallam University

Sheffield Hallam is committed to addressing barriers to higher education for under-represented groups. To help address underrepresentation in our postgraduate research student community, we are offering the below scholarships for academic year 2024/25. Read more

Funded PhD Programme (UK Students Only) 4 Year PhD Programme

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PhD opportunities in the Department of Geography

University of Sheffield Department of Geography

Department of Geography. With an international reputation for research excellence, the department offers exciting opportunities to conduct research that has a real global impact. Read more

Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide) Social Sciences Research Programme

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