Geography (Urban and Regional Studies)

This Geography (Urban and Regional Studies) programme from University of Birmingham is offered by the department of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences. Set in a city with rich industrial heritage that has undergone a rapid and dramatic transformation over the past two decades – your future as a thought leader in planning and development starts here.

This Geography (Urban and Regional Studies) Geography (Urban and Regional Studies) programme from University of Birmingham University of Birmingham  is designed for those aspiring to excel in academia or to lead in fields such as urban planning, sustainable development, urban regeneration, and transport planning. By engaging with the latest theories and methodologies, you’ll gain the skills needed to address complex challenges in urban environments, influence policy, and drive innovation in shaping sustainable, thriving communities. 

Career opportunities:

The Geography – Urban and Regional Studies PhD from University of Birmingham helps research students to produce publications arising from their work and encourage them to publish as single authors when appropriate. Many research students are aiming for academic careers and we recognise the importance of providing opportunities for them to be involved in teaching and tutorial work, without compromising their obligations as research students.

Key topics: 

• Adapting to Environmental and Energy Uncertainties; 

• Cities, Regions and Mobilities; 

• Children, Young People and Education