University of Edinburgh, School of GeoSciences

Ecological Science undergraduate degrees at the University of Edinburgh are 60 years old in 2026!

To mark this significant anniversary, alumni from the programmes in all their variants* over the past 60 years are warmly invited to a celebration event at the University with former staff, and current staff and students on Saturday 23-Sunday 24 May 2026.

Join us for a symposium, local field trips and a Diamond Anniversary celebration dinner!

Find out more and book your place: https://geosciences.ed.ac.uk/news-and-events/events/60-years-of-ecological-sciences



*Ecological and Environmental Sciences; Ecological and Environmental Sciences with Management; Ecological Science with Management; Ecological Science with Honours in: Agriculture, Forestry and Rural Economy; Conservation and Ecological Management; Ecology; Environmental Science; Forestry, Land-use Ecology; Resource Management; Wildlife Management; Wildlife and Fisheries Management, etc.

📢 Applications are now open for the U21 Global Citizens Programme!

In our latest blog post, current School of GeoSciences students Kirsten and Humphrey, share their experiences of the 2025 programme: https://ow.ly/gRjf50Y3BJb

By joining this three-week scheme, you will participate in online workshops and independent activities to enhance your knowledge of the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

As the programme is open to all students at U21 member institutions, you will join a global cohort, allowing you to engage with diverse networks and perspectives 🌍

You can also earn a digital micro-credential for your participation.

Find out more and apply by 13 February: https://ow.ly/LUS950Y3BJc



Image 1 provided by U21 Global Citizens Programme

Calling STEM undergraduates – take your career a step further with a British Council Women in STEM scholarship, which offers funding to study for a master’s degree in the UK.

The University of Edinburgh is delighted to partner with the British Council to offer 5 fully funded scholarships for women from eligible countries in the South Asia region (India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Nepal).

Check your eligibility and apply now: https://ow.ly/zhYI50Y1erB

In our latest alumni profile, Mia shares how her interest in astrobiology led her to a degree in MScR Palaeontology and Geobiology, and subsequently, her current PhD with the School of Physics and Astronomy.

Read Mia's profile here: https://ow.ly/iXsZ50XWeSL

Applications for the MSc Climate Change Management Scholarship are now open.

This award is offered in memory of Dr John Douglass Barber, father of an alumna.

We are offering one scholarship worth £5000, which is available to UK nationals domiciled in the UK, who have been accepted for admission on a full-time basis for the MSc Climate Change Management (on-campus) programme.

📅 Apply by 1 June 2026, 23:59 (UK time)

Click here for further information on eligibility and how to apply: https://ow.ly/trAW50XVshy

Happy Holidays from the School of GeoSciences! ✨

We hope that Semester 1 went well for all of you! The University will be closed from 5pm today (23 December), reopening 9am on Monday 5 January. We look forward to welcoming you back on campus for Semester 2 ❄️

Join us outside The Nucleus Building on Thursday 27 November, 4.30 – 5pm for our annual Kings Building’s Christmas Lights Switch On.

Enjoy a drink and a festive sweet treat.

Book your free ticket here: https://ow.ly/5BkR50XvIkc

Congratulations to our GeoSciences who are graduating from The University of Edinburgh later today! 🎓

We hope you enjoy your celebrations! 🥳

Don’t forget to keep in touch and use in your posts.

It's International Students' Day!

To mark this annual celebration, our Student Experience Team are hosting a GeoSciences Photo Competition 📷 with the theme "Community and International Students' Day"

Whether you are a UK or international student, we invite you to interpret the theme in your own creative way. What does community mean to you? How do you celebrate International Students’ Day? Capture it in a photo and include a short description explaining your interpretation - just a few sentences to give your photo some context.

☑️Entrants must be School of GeoSciences students
🏆Each winner will receive a £30 Love2Shop voucher!
📅 Deadline to submit is by end of day 30 November

Voting for the five most popular photos opens 1 December and closes after 1 week. In the spirit of community, all students and staff within the School can vote!

Enter here: https://ow.ly/GbEl50XrPns