School of Earth and Ocean Sciences

We are committed to achieving the highest standards in research and education and to providing an environment where all staff and students can achieve their full potential to the benefit of society.

Extreme Geological Events

Join our free online course available now for an introduction to the extreme geological events that have transformed our planet.

Courses

Study for accredited degrees amongst leading Earth scientists involved in internationally recognised research programmes.

Research

Learn how our research addresses some of the most significant areas in the Earth and ocean sciences.

Research collaboration

Work with us on research projects that have real societal impact.

Working with industry

Use our knowledge, facilities and industrial experience to support your business.

IODP expeditions

We are involved with expeditions with the International Ocean Discovery Program: Exploring the Earth under the Sea (Image credit: Arito Sakaguchi & IODP/TAMU).

News

New discovery could highlight areas where earthquakes are less likely to occur

2 June 2020

Scientists identify specific conditions that cause tectonic plates to slowly creep underneath one another rather than generate potentially catastrophic earthquakes