Volcanology and Geological Hazards : MSc
Master
In Lancaster
Description
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Type
Master
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Location
Lancaster
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Duration
12 Months
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Start date
Different dates available
Volcanoes threaten millions worldwide and improved hazard mitigation is a high priority. Our well-established MSc allows you to study alongside leading volcanologists in one of the largest groups of environmental scientists in the UK.
This MSc is ideal preparation for PhD research or work in the environment sector, and is suitable for students with a wide range of first degrees including Geography, Geology, Environmental Science and Physics.
As well as gaining a strong theoretical grounding, you will spend time in the laboratory and in the field, including field trips to study volcanic rocks in the nearby Lake District and a highly popular field module on Mount Etna.
You will study six taught modules which include core modules on volcanic and other geological hazards and optional modules which provide broader learning and practical skills in areas of particular benefit to aspiring volcanologists. Modules are taught by world experts from Lancaster Environment Centre and our partner institutions.
You will join our active volcanology group and conduct an independent dissertation research project under supervision from an internationally recognized researcher, taking advantage of our well-equipped experimental and geochemical laboratories. Within our group there are additional opportunities to participate in seminars, workshops and discussions.
Examples of previous dissertation topics are:
Lava delta formation at Thorolfsfell basaltic tuya, South Iceland
Analogue modelling of volcanic edifice deformation
Lava flow modelling at Nyiragongo, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Regimes of explosive volcanism in the solar system
Textural evolution of tuffisite veins
Sill-sediment interactions at Honister, Cumbria and generation of peperitic textures
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About this course
2:1 (Hons) degree (UK) or equivalent in Geology, Earth Science, Natural Science or Environmental Science or similar.
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Subjects
- Project
- Geological Hazards
- Physical Volcanology
- Dissertation Project
- Earth System
- Integration
- Numerical Skills
- Interpretation
- Data analysis
- Geoinformatics
Course programme
You will study a range of modules as part of your course, some examples of which are listed below.
Core
- Geological Hazards
- Physical Volcanology
- Dissertation Project
Optional
- Global Change and the Earth System
- Climate Change and Society
- Data assimilation and integration
- Data Analysis and Interpretation
- Numerical Skills
- Geoinformatics
- Groundwater Resources and Protection
- Contaminated Land and Remediation
- Volcanic Process Field Course
- Environmental Governance and Management
- Modelling Environmental Processes
- Chemical Risk Assessment
Information contained on the website with respect to modules is correct at the time of publication, but changes may be necessary, for example as a result of student feedback, Professional Statutory and Regulatory Bodies' (PSRB) requirements, staff changes, and new research.
Additional information
Volcanology and Geological Hazards : MSc