1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1 From: Samuel Mitchell <sam.mitchell@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> Hello undergraduate students with a potential interest in volcanology! If you've ever wanted to learn more about physical volcanic processes, impacts of historical eruptions, or innovative research and monitoring methods at volcanoes around the world, then the MSc in Volcanology <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.bristol.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/2022/sci/msc-volcanology/__;!!IKRxdwAv5BmarQ!egZnvGLj4b_iILseV3TrD_G8ia0QsAjO3-6lRfRdFlA25YfjVMq4y8EWbgreM_XSIVtuYOrNBXs03sNBBpqi51qBep8$> programme at the University of Bristol (UK) might be for you. *(Please forward this to anyone you feel would be interested).* Taken over 1 year full-time (or 2 years part-time), this Masters programme is a combination of core and optional courses taught through lectures, practicals, peer-led discussion, and supervised independent research. Optional units include a two-week field trip to Central America. The programme finishes with a self-directed original research project and thesis. Skillsets developed within this programme include quantitative and computational skills, use of statistical and data handling software, critical analysis of scientific material from a variety of sources, and ability to synthesize concise and informative material. More details on course structure can be found here <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.bris.ac.uk/unit-programme-catalogue/RouteStructure.jsa?ayrCode=23*2F24&byCohort=N&programmeCode=2GELY006T__;JQ!!IKRxdwAv5BmarQ!egZnvGLj4b_iILseV3TrD_G8ia0QsAjO3-6lRfRdFlA25YfjVMq4y8EWbgreM_XSIVtuYOrNBXs03sNBBpqiL_T7cvs$> . We are open to Home (UK), EU, and international students. There are opportunities for postgraduate student loans <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.bristol.ac.uk/students/support/finances/student-loans/masters-loan/__;!!IKRxdwAv5BmarQ!egZnvGLj4b_iILseV3TrD_G8ia0QsAjO3-6lRfRdFlA25YfjVMq4y8EWbgreM_XSIVtuYOrNBXs03sNBBpqifZjSRek$> for UK students (and some EU students), and there are a number of scholarship and bursary schemes available for applicants, including international students: https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.bristol.ac.uk/students/support/finances/scholarships/__;!!IKRxdwAv5BmarQ!ZQppupG3oEx69l9tywFcp2nJCjYSQYKHvQqybY7Evtw7DOM9wuObugJPAGuxhXJPGe6iehj9VSYowxTm$ <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.bristol.ac.uk/students/support/finances/scholarships/__;!!IKRxdwAv5BmarQ!egZnvGLj4b_iILseV3TrD_G8ia0QsAjO3-6lRfRdFlA25YfjVMq4y8EWbgreM_XSIVtuYOrNBXs03sNBBpqiMCTUsVA$> . The MSc programme is taught by leading scientists in the Bristol Volcanology Group <https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://www.bristol.ac.uk/earthsciences/research/volcanology/*:*:text=The*20Volcanology*20Research*20Group*20at,Meet*20our*20staff.__;I34lJSUlJSU!!IKRxdwAv5BmarQ!egZnvGLj4b_iILseV3TrD_G8ia0QsAjO3-6lRfRdFlA25YfjVMq4y8EWbgreM_XSIVtuYOrNBXs03sNBBpqie8OZ6FY$> working at the cutting edge of research into volcanoes, and will provide you with a strong background for independent research to PhD level or for a career in industry, the public sector, or a non-governmental organisation. You can follow the research and teaching within our Volcanology Group through social media: https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://twitter.com/UoBristolVolc__;!!IKRxdwAv5BmarQ!ZQppupG3oEx69l9tywFcp2nJCjYSQYKHvQqybY7Evtw7DOM9wuObugJPAGuxhXJPGe6iehj9VQRZFlfG$ <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://twitter.com/UoBristolVolc__;!!IKRxdwAv5BmarQ!egZnvGLj4b_iILseV3TrD_G8ia0QsAjO3-6lRfRdFlA25YfjVMq4y8EWbgreM_XSIVtuYOrNBXs03sNBBpqicoO8Y-E$> . We welcome and support a diverse background of applicants, and particularly encourage applications from demographic groups underrepresented in the geosciences and volcanology. The programme is open to those with degrees and backgrounds in earth science, geographical science, chemistry, physics, computer science, engineering and mathematics. More details on entry requirements, fees and funding, and applying, can be found on the course main page: https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.bristol.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/2022/sci/msc-volcanology/__;!!IKRxdwAv5BmarQ!ZQppupG3oEx69l9tywFcp2nJCjYSQYKHvQqybY7Evtw7DOM9wuObugJPAGuxhXJPGe6iehj9VZLBT2nO$ <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.bristol.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/2022/sci/msc-volcanology/__;!!IKRxdwAv5BmarQ!egZnvGLj4b_iILseV3TrD_G8ia0QsAjO3-6lRfRdFlA25YfjVMq4y8EWbgreM_XSIVtuYOrNBXs03sNBBpqi51qBep8$> Expected application closure dates are 31st July 2023 for overseas applicants, and 4th August 2023 for Home (UK) applicants. Want to learn more about life in Bristol? Find out more through the range of open days and sessions offered here <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.bristol.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/visits-open-days/online-events/sessions/__;!!IKRxdwAv5BmarQ!egZnvGLj4b_iILseV3TrD_G8ia0QsAjO3-6lRfRdFlA25YfjVMq4y8EWbgreM_XSIVtuYOrNBXs03sNBBpqi1vEYKK8$>. Any further questions can be directed to: choosebristol-pg@xxxxxxxxxxxxx . Thank you for your interest. *- Bristol Volcanology Group* 1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1 ------------------------------
