Applications open for postgraduate study at Oxford Earth Sciences
13 October 2025
The Department of Earth Sciences at the University of Oxford is advertising a number of DPhil projects for 2026 entry. Our DPhil programmes provide individuals with the opportunity to undertake novel scientific research whilst being supervised by world-class researchers from across the Earth and Planetary Sciences disciplines.
Our faculty have expertise in fields including geophysics, volcanology, palaeobiology, oceanography, geology and more, so there is likely the perfect project for you. We also encourage students to devise projects of their own, in consultation with potential supervisors. Undertaking a DPhil (or PhD, as in other institutions) in the department will allow you to develop your research skills in quality facilities and lab spaces, whilst being part of a supportive community of postgraduate researchers.
We offer admission via four programmes:
DPhil in Earth Sciences
DPhil in Interdisciplinary Life and Environmental Science
MSc by Research in Earth Sciences
Intelligent Earth (UKRI CDT in AI for the Environment)
For more information on our programmes (including deadlines, eligibility, timelines and interviews), visit our Graduate Admissions webpage.
Funding for DPhil study in the Department of Earth Sciences can come from a number of sources. We also welcome applications from self-funded students. More information about funding can also be found on our Graduate Admissions webpage.
