FAQ’s

What is VMSG?

The Volcanic and Magmatic Studies Group is a joint special interest group of the Mineralogical Society of Great Britain and Ireland, and the Geological Society of London. We are the main hub for the UK community of igneous, volcanic and magmatic scientists.

How can I join VMSG?

Visit our memberships page.

Who can get involved with VMSG?

Anyone from undergraduate level to professor level who has an interest in volcanic and magmatic studies.

How do I apply for a fieldwork or conference bursary?

We offer a number of student bursaries each year – you can find all the details on our student bursaries page. Deadlines are the 1st of June and 1st of December each year.

Where have past VMSG meetings taken place?

The locations of VMSG meetings back to 2001 are detailed on our AGM minutes page.

When is the next VMSG meeting?

TBC, January, 2022, in Manchester.

What is the abstract deadline for the next VMSG meeting?

TBC.

What else does the VMSG do?

Apart from our annual meetings, awarding prizes and funding student bursaries for fieldwork & conference travel, we also run educational fieldtrips. Head over to the fieldtrips page for details of past trips, and any new ones that will appear.