CROCUS stands for “NERC Climate system and biodiversity science for Challenges, Risks, and Opportunities – Collaborating in Understanding and Solutions”. It is a partnership is led by the University of Reading with Swansea University, UKCEH, BGS, NOC, Kew, NHM, IoZ, NCAS and NCEO.
There are 24 fully funded PhD studentships starting in September 2026 & further opportunities advertised on the website, including student placements.
Projects advertised by the Crocus DLA span across multiple disciplines and research areas, including: Atmospheres, Oceans and Aquatics, Cryosphere, Ecology and Biodiversity, Hydrology and Soils.
For more info and to apply, please see: