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School of Earth and Ocean Sciences

School of Earth and Ocean Sciences

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.

Examining fieldwork findings in lab

Research collaboration

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

Fieldwork in Spain

Working with industry

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

oat hi-res

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

Groundwater well in Africa

Groundwater resources in Africa resilient to climate change

8 August 2019

Groundwater – a vital source of water for drinking and irrigation across sub-Saharan Africa – is resilient to climate variability and change, according to a new study led by Cardiff University and UCL.

Scientists uncover deep-rooted plumbing system beneath ocean volcanoes

8 August 2019

Cave droplets provide window into past climates

8 July 2019

Mars mission for 250 pupils

5 July 2019

Attend our next Open Day

Explore our campus, facilities and city. Meet our staff and students and get a real feel for studying and living in Cardiff at our Open Days on Saturday 14 September 2019 or Saturday 26 October 2019.