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    Polar Studies (Scott Polar Research Institute)

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    Cambridge, GBMPhilIn-person9 months
    £45,829.00
    Tuition
    over 9mo
    32%
    Acceptance
    of applicants

    Polar Studies (Scott Polar Research Institute) at University of Cambridge is a 9-month, in-person MPhil program based in Cambridge, GB. Tuition is £45,829.

    About the program

    The program provides specialist training in polar social sciences and humanities or polar physical sciences, including northern peoples, history of exploration, polar governance, remote sensing, glaciology, and climate change. It focuses on producing a 20,000-word dissertation with access to the Institute's collections.

    Focus: both

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    After the program

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    2 years Graduate Route (UK)

    $17,974.00
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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Polar Studies (Scott Polar Research Institute) at University of Cambridge cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Polar Studies (Scott Polar Research Institute) at University of Cambridge is £45,829.
    Is Polar Studies (Scott Polar Research Institute) at University of Cambridge online or in-person?
    Polar Studies (Scott Polar Research Institute) at University of Cambridge is offered in-person.
    How long does Polar Studies (Scott Polar Research Institute) at University of Cambridge take to complete?
    Polar Studies (Scott Polar Research Institute) at University of Cambridge is structured around 9 months.
    What GPA is required for Polar Studies (Scott Polar Research Institute) at University of Cambridge?
    Per the program's published guidance: good Upper Second Class Honours degree (or equivalent GPA greater than 3.5)
    How competitive is Polar Studies (Scott Polar Research Institute) at University of Cambridge?
    Polar Studies (Scott Polar Research Institute) at University of Cambridge reports an acceptance rate of approximately 32%.