Overview

About the program

In physical geography, the department has a long tradition focusing on climatology, especially physical, synoptic, dynamic climatology and all phases of water budget cycling. In addition, emphasis is placed on land surface processes, especially glacial and alpine environments, sea-ice dynamics, hydrology and ecosystem linkages.

Human geography covers a broad range of environmental themes approached from cultural-historical, socioeconomic and political perspectives.

Coupled human environment systems examines linkages and processes between the biophysical environment and human societies with emphasis in environmental governance, conflicts over increasingly scarce resources and human dimensions of climate change.

Interdisciplinary work in Geography is encouraged from across the University of Delaware and in collaboration with local, national and international partners.

Programme Structure

Focus areas include:

Climate and Meteorology
Environmental Data Science and GIScience
Political Ecology, Cultural and Feminist Geographies

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

12 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Newark, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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General requirements

The undergraduate record will be examined, but the focus in Ph.D. admission is on the quality of work at the master’s level.
Most Ph.D. students enter from master’s programs in geography, geology, atmospheric sciences, oceanography or environmental science. Students from other related disciplines are encouraged to apply, and students who are not sure of the appropriateness of their background are encouraged to consult with the Chair or a faculty member in the area of interest before applying.
All applicants will be judged on the basis of both the quality and the range of their education, and the topical compatibility with areas of research by potential advisers.
Applicants must demonstrate their preparation in methodological techniques appropriate to their particular interests. Additional preparation may be required following admission and prior to undertaking a research program.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

2678 USD / year

≈ 2678 USD / year
Out-of-State

2678 USD / year

≈ 2678 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

2678 USD / year

≈ 2678 USD / year

Living costs

Newark

United States

990 - 1700 USD / month

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About the program

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

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Delivered

Campus Location

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Domestic

Living costs

Newark

Funding

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