Masters in Volcanology and Geological Hazards at Lancaster University, UK
From: Hugh Tuffen <h.tuffen@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
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This Masters (MSc) course, which runs for one year or two years part-time, provides training for future volcanologists amongst one of largest groups of volcanologists and environmental scientists in the UK.
Taught modules cover volcanic processes from theoretical, laboratory-based and field perspectives, together with other geological and environmental hazards. Fieldwork includes a highly popular trip to Etna, and visits to fascinating Ordovician volcanic rocks in the nearby Lake District. We offer a wide range of optional modules<http://www.lec.lancs.ac.uk/postgraduate/masters/courses/volcanology-and-geological-hazards> including Geoinformatics, Environmental Management and Isotope Geochemistry.
All MSc students can carry out a substantial volcano-related research project in collaboration with one of the many internationally-recognized geoscience experts in the Lancaster Environment Centre<http://www.lec.lancs.ac.uk/research/environmental_geosciences/>. Our areas of research expertise include subglacial eruptions in Iceland, basaltic lava flow emplacement, ash generation and transport, conduit flow models and magma degassing.
The MSc is designed to attract students from a wide range of backgrounds and prepares you for PhD studies or a wide range of environmental jobs. Lancaster<http://www.lancs.ac.uk/about-us/rankings-and-reputation/> is one of Britain's top teaching and research universities, consistently ranked amongst the leading universities in the UK. The historic city<http://www.lums.lancs.ac.uk/about/area/> is located close to the Lake District National Park and has good travel connections to Manchester and London. Applications from UK and overseas students are equally welcomed.
Funding opportunities
There are a significant number of scholarships/studentships available<http://www.lec.lancs.ac.uk/postgraduate/masters/funding-fees.php> for 2012-13 intake Volcanology-Geological Hazards students holding an offer of a place, each worth three thousand pounds. Allocation of funds for these competitive scholarships are based on academic ability. Note the deadline below!
* Application deadline for scholarships/studentships: 31st March 2012.
* Entry requirements: a relevant, good first degree, normally 2:1 or equivalent, or a 2:2 or equivalent with relevant work experience.
* Course start date: October 2012.
* Course website: http://www.lec.lancs.ac.uk/postgraduate/masters/courses/volcanology-and-geological-hazards
* Masters brochure: http://www.lec.lancs.ac.uk/docs/LECPG/LEC_Postgraduate_Brochure_2011.pdf
For information about application procedures, tuition fees and potential funding, please contact Andy Harrod, Postgraduate Admissions Secretary (a.harrod@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx<mailto:a.harrod@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>).
For more information about the course or other enquiries please contact Dr. Hugh Tuffen (h.tuffen@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx<mailto:h.tuffen@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>)
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