16/06/2026
University of Southampton Geography and Environmental Science
Welcome to the official University of Southampton Geography and Environmental Science page.
Like our page to stay up-to-date with our degree programmes, news, events and more. This is an informal page to bring together potential, current and past geology and geophysics students. It is maintained by both current students and admissions staff who will give you information including: items of general geoscience interest, a taster of the student experience at Southampton and gives insight into the subject areas and the degree programmes/application processes for proespective students.
16/06/2026
13/04/2026
Congratulations to Research Fellow Dr Ekta Aggarwal, who will have the opportunity to meet with and learn from Nobel Prize winners as one of the leading young scientists worldwide invited to attend the 2026 Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting (Interdisciplinary) this summer.
Find out more:
Dr Ekta Aggarwal selected to attend the 2026 Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting (Interdisciplinary) Dr Ekta Aggarwal selected to attend the 2026 Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting (Interdisciplinary)
08/04/2026
A new study will explore the health and wellbeing benefits of the Isle of Wight's outdoor spaces.
Working with the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust, researchers will survey visitors to 'green' and 'blue' sites to better understand how people are using these spaces and what it is about them that produces benefits.
Find out more:
Study to explore health and wellbeing benefits of Isle of Wight’s outdoor spaces Study to explore health and wellbeing benefits of Isle of Wight’s outdoor spaces
31/03/2026
🌍 Research Insight
How do colonial histories and racial inequalities shape nature finance today?
Michael Lomotey (Geography and Environmental Science) has co-authored a report with the International Institute for Environment and Development (IIED), exploring the ongoing impacts of coloniality and racial injustice in environmental funding systems.
The report highlights how structural inequalities continue to influence how nature-based finance is designed and delivered.
🔗 Read more: https://www.iied.org/22688iied
26/03/2026
Research Spotlight
What happens when we don’t know where people are?
This research uses geospatial data, including satellite and mobile data, to map populations where traditional data is missing.
By filling these gaps, researchers can help ensure people are included in decision-making and better supported.
Prof. Andrew Tatem has been recognised as a Highly Cited Researcher (2025) by Clarivate, an acknowledgement of researchers whose work ranks in the top 1% by citations in their field and demonstrates significant global influence.
25/03/2026
We really thought the sunshine was here to stay 😅
Anyway, campus around Building 44 still looking nice as always.
20/03/2026
🎓 Inaugural Lecture Spotlight: Meet our Professor
Professor Andrew Power from the School of Geography and Environmental Science recently delivered his inaugural lecture, exploring the geographies of care and how everyday spaces shape how care is experienced and delivered.
In this short video, he shares key insights from his research, highlighting the importance of place, community, and lived experience in shaping more inclusive societies.
Watch the 60-second highlight below ⬇️
18/03/2026
🎓 Inaugural Lecture Today.
Professor Andrew Power from the School of Geography and Environmental Science will deliver his inaugural lecture today.
His research explores the “geographies of care”, how homes, communities and everyday spaces shape how care is delivered and experienced.
His work highlights that care can both support and constrain people’s lives, particularly for disabled individuals navigating everyday spaces.
It was an insightful and thought-provoking lecture.
12/03/2026
🌿Can nature and renewable technology work together?
https://youtu.be/SmlB3jG948A
PhD researcher Emily Cole from the School of Geography and Environmental Science is studying how local governments make land-use decisions in the context of climate change.
Working with local authorities in Hampshire, her research explores how renewable energy infrastructure can be developed while protecting biodiversity and green spaces. These local decisions play an important role in helping the UK reach its net-zero emissions target by 2050.
Read more about the research:
https://www.southampton.ac.uk/research/highlights/the-place-to-bridge-the-gap-between-national-policy-local-action
Can Renewable Energy and Nature Work Together? | Southampton PhD Can renewable energy and nature work together?In this video, a PhD researcher from the University of Southampton explains how her research explores the balan...
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