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Postgraduate Study

Apply using the Applicant Portal

The Apply Now button on the right will take you to the Applicant Portal. There, you can create and submit your application and supporting documents, and you can also request your references.

An application is only complete when:

  1. you have submitted your application and supporting documents via the Applicant Portal
  2. you have paid the application fee if applicable. For further information on application fees, and which courses require an application fee, see here.
  3. your referees have provided their references.

Selection Process

Applications are considered as several gathered fields. A selection panel will review applications in January, April, and July. Acceptance to the course will be based on the applicant's academic record, motivation, and an interview. Decisions will normally be communicated soon after interview.

Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed remotely, and will be assessed on their background knowledge of Earth Sciences, and potential to meet the academic challenges of the MASt course. The contents of the application form, references, academic background and outcome of the interview, will all be used in making a final decision on whether or not to offer a place.

Further information on How To Apply

Things You'll Need

You should start preparing the things that you'll need when you apply. These will be mandatory, unless specifically flagged as optional.

  • Two referees willing to give you a reference
    Either academic or professional – please see our References guidance for more information about which type you need. Your referees will need to have submitted their reference by the course deadline.
  • Transcript
  • CV/resume
  • Evidence of competence in English
    If required - please see our Competence in English guidance for more information.

Gates Cambridge Scholarships

If you wish to be considered for a Gates Cambridge Scholarship you will also need to provide the following:

  • Gates Cambridge Reference
  • Research Proposal (PhD applicants only)

See Gates Cambridge for more information.


How to Find a Supervisor

After admission, you will be contacted by a mentor, who will put you in touch with potential supervisors.

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Key Information


Michaelmas 2026
Applications open
Sep. 3, 2025
Application deadline
Jun. 25, 2026
Course starts
Oct. 1, 2026
Some courses can close early. See the Deadlines page for guidance on when to apply.
Funding Deadlines
Gates Cambridge US round only
Oct. 15, 2025

These deadlines apply to applications for courses starting in Michaelmas 2026, Lent 2027 and Easter 2027.

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