The 2026 ANZIC Marine Geoscience Masterclass – Climate & environmental influences on carbon cycling in Fiordland, New Zealand

This unique 13-day learning opportunity combines fieldwork in New Zealand’s Doubtful Sound with cutting-edge lab analysis at the University of Otago. From examining the depths of the dramatic fjords on RV Polaris II to state-of-the-art analysis of the sediment cores you’ll collect, this Masterclass immerses you in the tools and techniques behind global scientific drilling to prepare you for future opportunities.

The Masterclass focuses on climate and environmental influences on carbon cycling and your findings will form part of the Fjords as Archives of Climate and Environmental Transitions (FACET) initiative, an active ICDP proposal.

Designed for undergraduates (with a few spots for postgrads), this fully funded opportunity connects you with leading scientists, hands-on learning, and fellow Earth science enthusiasts from across the region.

The Masterclass runs from November 30 to December 12, hosted by the University of Otago. Applications close 9 June.

If you're passionate about climate, or carbon cycling, or just ready for a big adventure with a huge impact on your future, click through to learn more.