Postgraduate Student Research

SUERC offers an exceptional environment for PhD and MSc by Research students, combining world-leading expertise with access to cutting-edge analytical facilities. Our research spans isotope science, geochemistry, biochemistry, and environmental studies, providing opportunities to work on ambitious, interdisciplinary projects that address major scientific and societal challenges. Students benefit from close supervision by leading academics, specialist technical training, and the opportunity to collaborate with national and international partners. We welcome enquiries from motivated individuals interested in joining our vibrant research community.

IAPETUS DOCTORAL TRAINING PARTNERSHIP

IAPETUS is a partnership that joins the leading research universities of Durham, Heriot Watt, Glasgow, Newcastle, St Andrews and Stirling, together with the British Antarctic Survey, British Geological Survey and the Centre for Ecology & Hydrology, in a united approach to doctoral research and training the next generation of leaders in the science of the natural environment.

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E4/5 DOCTORAL TRAINING PARTNERSHIP

The Edinburgh Earth, Ecology and Environment Doctoral Training Partnership (E4 and E5 DTP), led by the School of GeoSciences at the University of Edinburgh, is funded by NERC to recruit and train PhD students annually.

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PROJECTS CURRENTLY AVAILABLE & OTHER OPPORTUNITIES FOR FUNDING

In addition to the DTP route for obtaining funding for a research studentship, we are happy to discuss self-funding for MSc (by research) and PhD projects. Occasionally we have opportunities that include industry funded studentships or UK Space Agency or Science Technology Facilities Council awards. For Scottish students expecting to obtain first class degrees the Carnegie Trust Scotland provides funding awards. We would encourage you to discuss various opportunities with Dr Millie Bompard if you wish to pursue a MSc or PhD at SUERC.