PhD in Geography 48 months PHD Program By University of Jordan |Top Universities
Program Duration

48 monthsProgram duration

Tuitionfee

20,250 USDTuition Fee/year

Scholarship

YesScholarships

Main Subject Area

GeographyMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Geography

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

The doctoral program was opened in 1997, and the program plan is in line with the instructions of the graduate studies programs at the University of Jordan. The advanced natural and human geography subjects are the most important subjects offered in the program. The program aims to prepare human competencies to supply local and Arab universities and related fields such as municipalities, Amman Municipality Geographical center, general statistics, meteorology. Leadership and excellence in preparing qualified academic and research cadres at the national and regional levels in geographical sciences and their applications.   

Program overview

Main Subject

Geography

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

The doctoral program was opened in 1997, and the program plan is in line with the instructions of the graduate studies programs at the University of Jordan. The advanced natural and human geography subjects are the most important subjects offered in the program. The program aims to prepare human competencies to supply local and Arab universities and related fields such as municipalities, Amman Municipality Geographical center, general statistics, meteorology. Leadership and excellence in preparing qualified academic and research cadres at the national and regional levels in geographical sciences and their applications.   

Admission requirements

59+
5+
Required Scores of English Language Tests 
IBT - 59, AMIDEAST (Jordan only) IELTS - 5, British Council Jordan only Equivalent Exam - 50%, Language Center in The University of Jordan 

Documents Required:

The following required documents shall be uploaded to the electronic system as one PDF file whose size does not exceed (6 Megabytes). Moreover, in case the student is admitted to the program, he or she shall submit a hard duly certified copy of these documents.

1. A certified copy of the high school transcript (tawjihi) or equivalent.

2. A certified copy of the first university degree (bachelor's).

3. A certified copy of the diploma (if available).

4. A certified copy of the second university degree (master's) for PhD students.

5. A certified copy of the bachelor's, diploma, and master’s transcripts.

6. The grading system for graduates of non-Jordanian universities.

7. The equivalence of a certificate accredited by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research for certificates issued by official foreign and Arab universities.

8. A document that proves that the student has undergone the English language test.

9. Three personal photos.

10. A certified copy of the birth certificate with the national number on it.

11. A certified copy of the national ID card.

12. A copy of the military service book (for male students who were born in 1989 or before). 13. A no-objection paper for students who work in official, governmental, and any other institutions where workers are conditioned to get an approval to continue their study in advance. This applies to workers at UJ as well as at UJ hospital.

14. A hand-written approval issued by the eligible party stating a no-objection of the study for its holder. This applies to affiliates of the Jordanian Military Forces and Security Apparatuses.

15. A copy of a published (or an accepted for publication) research paper in a refereed scientific journal for students applying for PhD programs (if available).

16. A letter of a one-year practical experience in health service institutions or in learning and training in the required specialization. This applies to students applying for the master’s programs offered by the School of Nursing.

17. A 20-JD prepaid credit card for Jordanian students and a 150-JD prepaid credit card for non-Jordanian students. Such cards can be bought from the financial department, which is located on the second floor in the Unit of Admission and Registration at The University of Jordan.

4 Years
Feb
Oct
  • Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
  • Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance

Tuition fee and scholarships

Domestic Students

7,614 USD
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International Students

20,250 USD
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