Geography PhD (Urban and Regional Studies)

University of Birmingham

Course overview The Geography (Urban and Regional Studies) PhD is offered by the Department of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences. Based in a city with a rich industrial heritage and rapid urban transformation - your future as a thought leader in planning and development starts here. Our department hosts one of the UK’s leading planning research groups, offering expert mentorship and innovative research opportunities. This advanced degree prepares you for careers in academia or leadership roles in urban planning, sustainable development, regeneration, and transport. You'll engage with cutting-edge theories and methods to address complex urban challenges, shape policy, and build thriving, sustainable communities. Course highlights Our research and teaching are designed to support policy-making by bridging the gap between academic research and the needs of policy-makers in central and local government, as well as other agencies. With a team of renowned planning scholars, we will advocate for your research to ensure it has a meaningful impact. Join a long-established school ranked highly for research excellence Be part of a research community with an international reputation Participate in seminars featuring world-renowned speakers Gain the full range of PhD skills, under the guidance of active researchers