Earth Sciences: Understanding Explosive Volcanoes
Scholarship Description
A Macquarie University Research Excellence Scholarship (MQRES) is available in the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences for a PhD candidate to conduct fieldwork and detailed volcanological study on the deposits at Yasur Volcano on Tanna Island, Vanuatu. The data will provide deeper understanding of the evolution of explosive volcanoes and yield information for future hazard forecasting. Applicants should direct enquiries to the principal supervisor, after referring to http://hdr.mq.edu.au/information_about/scholarships for more information about the project. Applicants should quote 2010223 on their application.
| Reference Number: | 4880 |
| Study Subject: | Understanding Explosive Volcanoes |
| Web Address: | http://www.hdr.mq.edu.au/information_about/applications |
| Provided By: | Macquarie University |
| To be undertaken at: | Macquarie University. |
| Level: | Post Graduate |
Availability
This scholarship is offered once only to one person. Open for applications until November 1, 2010.
Payment Information
The value of this scholarship is AUD22500 (per annum). This award is to be used for research, living expenses and fees. This scholarship is paid fortnightly for the period of 3 and a half years.
Research Information
This scholarship is for one of the following fields of research: EARTH SCIENCES, Geochemistry, Geology, Geophysics or Other earth sciences.
Eligibility
This scholarship is for study in Australia for those who have achieved Honours 1 or equivalent. Only citizens of Australia or New Zealand or AUS permanent resident can apply.
Application Details
To apply for this scholarship you must consult the scholarship web site. Terms and conditions are subject to change. Always confirm details with scholarship provider before applying.
| Main Contact Simon Turner (Professor, Earth & Planetary Sciences) Macquarie University Phone: +61 2 9850 8363 Fax: +61 2 9850 8943 Email: simon.turner@mq.edu.au |