Overview
A dynamic and interdisciplinary PhD programme that harnesses the power of mathematics to address the urgent issues presented by climate change.
MFC 4-year Training Programme
For every student there are a number of training, mentoring and networking activities to develop a world-class cohort of highly skilled climate mathematicians.
Year 1
Initial Training and Taught Courses
Two-week residential Kick-Off Camp:
introduction to climate physics, programming and communication/EDI training.
Term 1: Core courses in:
- climate, atmosphere and ocean modelling;
- fluid dynamics and partial differential equations;
- probability and statistics;
- numerical analysis and computational mathematics; and
- software engineering, open data management, responsible research innovation, and research impact are embedded within the courses.
Term 2: Elective courses from a portfolio offered at Masters level at the 3 institutions, including bespoke courses in Advanced Fluid Dynamics, General Circulation of the Atmosphere and Oceans, and Advanced Data Assimilation.
All Years (1-4)
Cohort Building, Professional Development and Outreach
- MFC Wednesdays (10 times a year) including cohort building and seminars.
- One-week residential workshop organised by the Isaac Newton Institute.
- Technical and professional development including communication training
- 3-day Jamboree to showcase the work of the CDT students and workshops with external partners.
- 5-day MFC Summer School taught by international climate experts.
- Internships and Work Experience to be undertaken by all students.
- Numerous additional opportunities to present and visit partner institutions and
external partners.
Fully Funded Studentships
Study while receiving a full stipend (with London weighting), PhD fees paid for 4 years, and a generous allowance for research-related travel.