Mountain Dynamics

continent-continent collision, such as the modern Himalayas and Caucasus and the ancient Caledonides. We try to unravel how, when and how quickly the mountain belts formed, the tectonic processes and mechanisms in operation during their uplift, and how their growth fed back into the solid Earth-surface processes-climate system. We achieve this through a combination of geochronology, structural geology, geochemical studies and metamorphic/igneous petrology. Programme Structure Current/recent research projects: The effect of crustal melting on the structural and geodynamic evolution of mountain belts The evolution of major tectonic structures in mountain building processes The role of major structures in driving exhumation during mountain building Determining the evolving balance between buoyancy, tectonics and surface processes during plate collisions The geochemistry of magmatism during and following plate collision Admission requirements Academic requirements GPA: Upper Second Class English requirements TOEFL iBT: 87 General requirements Minimum 2:1 undergraduate degree (or equivalent) and prior research experience is preferred. If you are not a UK citizen, you may need to prove your knowledge of English. Key information Duration Full-time: 36 months (3–4 years) Part-time: 72 months (6–8 years) Start dates & application deadlines Starting October 2027 — Apply before Apr 2027 Starting February 2028 — Apply before Apr 2027 Language English. TOEFL iBT: 87 Delivered On Campus Campus Location Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Disciplines Earth Sciences Tuition Fees International Applies to non-residents: 30,874 AUD / year (≈ 16,420 GBP / year) Domestic Applies to citizens or residents: 9,413 AUD / year (≈ 5,006 GBP / year) Living costs Milton Keynes, United Kingdom 1,594–2,529 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.