MA (by Research) in River Basin Processes and Management - Glaciology in Leeds United Kingdom | University of Leeds

Pursuing an MA or MSc by Research offers a valuable chance to enhance your analytical abilities and deepen your scholarly focus in a specific area. This Research Masters program spans 12 months (or 24 months part-time) and differs from traditional taught Master's degrees, centering on designing, executing, and documenting an independent research project. You'll receive guidance from two faculty supervisors and have the opportunity to publish your findings upon completion.

Our research primarily investigates how glacier-covered areas respond to climate shifts, examining both current and ancient environments. We concentrate on Arctic, Antarctic, and Alpine regions, employing diverse techniques including fieldwork, remote sensing, GIS technology, computer modeling, and geomorphological analysis to identify primary factors influencing cryospheric transformations and assess their pace. A central objective involves forecasting how glaciated landscapes will evolve in coming years. Equally important is our work examining how fluctuating glacial water supplies affect downstream communities and ecosystems.