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Postgraduate Study

Course closed for this cycle: Land Economy is no longer accepting applications for this cycle. It is expected to re-open for new applications in early September.

Teaching

This is a research degree. Students must satisfactorily attend and participate in the Departmental Research Methods training modules, as prescribed by the Degree Committee.

One to one supervision

The University of Cambridge publishes an annual Code of Practice which sets out the University’s expectations regarding supervision.

Taught/Research Balance
Entirely Research

Feedback

Supervisors provide formal feedback on progress via the Postgraduate Feedback and Reporting System (termly reports) and more informally through face-to-face meetings or by email.

Assessment

Thesis / Dissertation

A thesis of 30,000 words and an oral examination.

Key Information


Michaelmas 2026 (Closed)
Applications open
Sep. 3, 2025
Application deadline
Jan. 27, 2026
Course starts
Oct. 1, 2026
Some courses can close early. See the Deadlines page for guidance on when to apply.
Funding Deadlines
Course Funding Deadline
Dec. 3, 2025
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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