Tectono-stratigraphic evolution of the Early Paleocene Bore/V氓le Formation on the eastern rift shoulder of Central Graben
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Project description
The primary objective of this thesis is to conduct a seismo-stratigraphic analysis of the Early Paleocene Bore/V氓le Formation within the Norwegian Central Graben. The focus will be on understanding the source-to-sink system originating from the Norwegian mainland. This play has long been of interest, particularly in terms of reservoir-seal pair potential, especially following the successful discoveries along the Siri Fairway. However, the recent Othello discovery (wells 2/6-7 S & A), located significantly farther north, has prompted a renewed examination of the spatial and temporal distribution of Early Paleocene deposits. This study will integrate 3D seismic data鈥攕upplemented by 2D seismic where 3D coverage is lacking鈥攚ith well data to achieve a comprehensive interpretation. An implicit outcome of this work will be an enhanced understanding of the controlling factors and internal architecture of the high-resolution stratigraphic sequences.
Map of the study area.
Proposed course plan during the master's degree (60 ECTS)
GEOV272 (10p), GEOV361 (10p), GEOV251 (10p), GEOV261 (10p), GEOV352 (5), GEOV360 (10p), GEOV302 (5p)
Prerequisites
The student must be interested in working and collaborating with others and will spend some of their time at Equinor's premises at Sandsli in Bergen.
Field-, lab- and analysis work
The project will primarily use seismic data and integrate well logs and core data. No field work is planned.
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NB: This project is not yet approved by the research group or program board