PhD position in Volcanology/igneous petrology and geochemistry


Scholarship Description

Project: The origin of Permian mafic igneous suites of “northern India”: implications for the geodynamics of the southern Tethyan margin of Pangea, The Permian period (296–251 million years ago, Ma) is notable for (i) its mass extinctions and (ii) large-scale mafic volcanism. An apparently enhanced output of mafic volcanism affected many continental areas on the eastern side of Pangea (to the north, east and south of Paleotethys) now preserved in the Himalaya along a 2500 km long belt between northern Pakistan and NE India (via NW India, Nepal, and southern Tibet). Surprisingly little is known about these volcanic series; this project will be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary research project.

Reference Number: 4978
Study Subject: Volcanology, igneous petrology/geochemistry and geochronology
Provided By: Queensland University of Technology
To be undertaken at:Queensland University of Technology.
Level: Post Graduate

Availability

This scholarship is offered once only to one person. Open for applications from August 16, 2010 until September 30, 2010.

Payment Information

The value of this scholarship is AUD22500 (total may vary). This award is to be used for living expenses. This scholarship is paid fortnightly for the period of 3 years.

Research Information

This scholarship is for one of the following fields of research: EARTH SCIENCES, Geochemistry or Geology.

Eligibility

This scholarship is for study in Australia for those who have achieved Honours 1 (Semester 1), or Masters or equivalent.

Application Details

To apply for this scholarship you must apply direct to faculty. You can download the application form here. Terms and conditions are subject to change. Always confirm details with scholarship provider before applying.

    Main Contact
Scott Bryan (Senior Research Fellow)
QUT
Phone: 3138 4827
Email: scott.bryan@qut.edu.au
Address:
GP, R Block Level 2,204
Brisbane