Reading Time: 2 minutes   My MSc in Earth Observation and Geoinformation Management provided me with the skills and expertise necessary to head straight from Edinburgh to the European Space Agency. As I finished my Masters, I secured a place on their Young Graduate Trainee scheme, specifically a 1-year placement within the ESA Climate Office as an early career […]

Reading Time: 4 minutes   When my dissertation was first introduced in a preparation talk, our course organiser described it as a ‘personally challenging but rewarding experience’. I must agree with this so far; I am in the planning stage of my dissertation, and whilst building a solid idea has been quite challenging, it has been an enjoyable experience. […]

Reading Time: 2 minutes   After completing my MSc in Geographical Information Science (GIS) ten years ago, I embarked on an academic career as a lecturer at two universities in Zimbabwe, and had the privilege of teaching undergraduate courses in GIS and Earth Observation. This role not only allowed me to share my knowledge but also challenged me to […]

Reading Time: 2 minutes Join our MA Geography students as they explore Fala Moor, discover the power of sound, and reflect on the stories our landscapes hold.   MA Geography students from the University of Edinburgh travelled to Fala Moor, Midlothian for a unique field trip blending creativity with the art of geographical writing. The field trip explored the […]

Reading Time: 4 minutes In 2020, The University of Edinburgh began a five-year collaboration with St. Abbs Marine Station – enhancing the facility’s potential through research, conservation efforts, and educational activities. Students studying MSc Marine Systems and Policies benefit from this partnership, gaining invaluable access to the local marine environment and facilities.     “The oceans are changing at […]

Reading Time: 3 minutes Hi, I’m Alexandra and I’m a 2nd year geophysics student! When I was looking at universities, I was not really aware of what an average day might look like, particularly for more lab-based subjects! Hopefully this post will give you a bit of an idea of what it’s like to study in Edinburgh! By Alexandra, […]

Reading Time: 5 minutes As a BSc Environmental Geoscience student, part of my third-year programme included a field trip to Jamaica. You might be wondering, why fly us 4,576 miles from Edinburgh for fieldwork? In this post, I aim to convince you why this experience was worth the distance. By Sarah, BSc Environmental Geoscience   Skills Learnt Fieldwork Technique […]