PhD Studentship: Deciphering the Formation, Emplacement, and Ore-Forming Processes of the Rogaland Anorthosite Complex, Norway

Overview

This PhD studentship focuses on the Rogaland Anorthosite Complex in southern Norway, specifically examining the Egersund-Ogna massif and its associated ore bodies. The research addresses dynamic flow regimes within large anorthosite plutons, emplacement mechanisms, and the relationship between lenticular ore bodies and the broader architecture of the massif. Methodology includes fieldwork, petrography, electron backscatter diffraction analyses, magnetic fabric analysis, electron microprobe, and mineral chemistry.

Who can apply

Applicants must hold a BSc or MSc in Geology or a related discipline, alongside enthusiasm for fieldwork and strong motivation to succeed. The institution encourages applications from candidates interested in petrography and structural geology who wish to shape the project around their research interests. A limited number of studentships are available for international applicants, with the registering university waiving the fee difference between home and international rates.

What you get

The successful candidate receives a fully-funded studentship subject to UKRI terms and conditions, covering tuition fees, a maintenance stipend, and a research training and support grant. The maintenance stipend is set at £21,805 per annum for the 2026/27 period. The funding does not cover relocation costs, UK living expenses, visa costs, or the health surcharge.

Requirements

The studentship is offered as a full-time, fixed-term position based on site in the United Kingdom within the School of Environmental Sciences at the University of East Anglia. The recipient will undertake a two-week fieldwork period in the first year in south-west Norway.

Training

Students receive one-to-one bespoke training from supervisors in modern laboratory facilities, covering digital and traditional mapping techniques, petrology, advanced microstructural analysis, and rock magnetic techniques. Additionally, participants gain access to the ARIES training program for further professional and research skills development.

Key dates

The closing date for applications is 23:59 on 16 December 2026.