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Annette Lokier @annettelokier.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

And so the new academic year begins. What better way to celebrate than by taking our new @derbyuni.bsky.social 1st year @derbyuniearth.bsky.social students out for the day to the National Stone Centre.⚒️ @adiewatto.bsky.social @charlottepriddy.bsky.social @lokier.bsky.social

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Earth Sciences at the University of Derby @derbyuniearth.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

We are very much looking forward to welcoming the Earth Sciences Class of 2029 to the University of Derby on Monday! @derbyunigeo.bsky.social @derbyuni.bsky.social #geology #EarthSciences

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Annette Lokier @annettelokier.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

Today @derbyuni.bsky.social hosted UK Uni Search. It has been wonderful to see so many year 13 students so engaged in their future. @derbyuniearth.bsky.social

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Schmidt Ocean Institute @schmidtocean.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

Wow. Foraminifera! ROV pilots paused and carefully zoomed in to collect footage of these single-celled microorganisms, or protists, at 843 m during the #OBVI #LivingBioreactors expedition w/ @schmidtsciences.bsky.social offshore of Argentina. Read the full caption: youtube.com/shorts/Yv_ud...

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Annette Lokier @annettelokier.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

Last night I attended a fantastic Author Event organised by Dormouse Books, held at Reunion Deli, Belper. Luke Barley from NT spoke about his book Ancient. It was refreshing to hear someone so clearly passionate about ancient woodlands, talk about the vital role humans have played in their history.🌳

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Earth Sciences at the University of Derby @derbyuniearth.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

Today, our University of Derby Earth Sciences team are chatting to future Earth Scientists at the FutureFusion Amber Valley Skills Festival at Strutts Centre, Belper. Come along and hear how Earth Scientists are key to a sustainable future www.ambervalley.info/eventdetail.... @derbyuni.bsky.social

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Earth Sciences at the University of Derby @derbyuniearth.bsky.social · 14/02/2026

Announcing our first University of #Derby Student Geological Society Guest Lecture of the Spring Semester.

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Annette Lokier @annettelokier.bsky.social · 12/12/2025

What a superb day yesterday. As part of @originalgcg.bsky.social annual seminar, I went walking in the footprints of giants - mainly Iguanadonts. Between Pett Level beach & Fairlight Cove, I observed dinosaur trackways, tail marks, bone beds, fossil wood and ripples ⚒️🪨🦕 @derbyuni.bsky.social

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Annette Lokier @annettelokier.bsky.social · 11/12/2025

Yesterday I attended the annual seminar of the Geological Collections Group @originalgcg.bsky.social to learn about putting our collections to work. I presented a poster on @derbyuni.bsky.social collection: emphasis on our unique holistic approach to making our specimens accessible to students.

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Stephen Lokier @lokier.bsky.social · 14/11/2025

Graduation day @derbyuni.bsky.social. Congratulations to all our fabulous graduates! 🎓🥂 @derbyuniearth.bsky.social @derbyunigeo.bsky.social

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Annette Lokier @annettelokier.bsky.social · 29/10/2025

Had a lovely day in Buxton with @derbyuni.bsky.social Water Resources students visiting Nestlé Buxton Water and sampling water from Hogshaw Brook; the UofD borehole and St Anne’s Well. @derbyuniearth.bsky.social

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Annette Lokier @annettelokier.bsky.social · 19/09/2025

Wondering how to use your @derbyuni.bsky.social Biology/Zoology Field Card given to you in induction week? Here I am using it on campus to estimate the percentage of lichen on this tree trunk. 🧪

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Annette Lokier @annettelokier.bsky.social · 19/09/2025

Wondering how to use your @derbyuni.bsky.social Earth Science Field Card given to you in induction week? Here I am using it on our Kedleston Road campus dry-stone wall to help with the description of this siliciclastic rock. ⚒️🧪 @derbyuniearth.bsky.social

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Annette Lokier @annettelokier.bsky.social · 18/09/2025

Wondering how to use your @derbyuni.bsky.social Earth Science Field Card given to you in induction week? Here I am using an earlier version to align the arrow to indicate North. ⚒️🧪 @derbyuniearth.bsky.social

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Annette Lokier @annettelokier.bsky.social · 18/09/2025

Wondering how to use your @derbyuni.bsky.social Biology/Zoology Field Card given to you in induction week? Here I am using it in the department greenhouse to determine the leaf shape and leaf arrangement of a range of plants. 🌱

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Annette Lokier @annettelokier.bsky.social · 17/09/2025

Wondering how to use your @derbyuni.bsky.social Biology/Zoology Field Card given to you in induction week? Here I am using it in the department insectary to remind myself of insect morphology. 🧪🦗

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Annette Lokier @annettelokier.bsky.social · 17/09/2025

Wondering how to use your @derbyuni.bsky.social Earth Science Field Card given to you in induction week? Here I am in the department rock store using it to determine the grain size and grain shape of these 2 very different loose sediments. ⚒️🧪 @derbyuniearth.bsky.social

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Annette Lokier @annettelokier.bsky.social · 16/09/2025

Wondering how to use your @derbyuni.bsky.social Biology/Zoology Field Card given to you in induction week? Here I am using it to get the correct nomenclature to the parts of a flower. 🧪🌱🌼

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Annette Lokier @annettelokier.bsky.social · 16/09/2025

Wondering how to use your @derbyuni.bsky.social Earth Science Field Card given to you in induction week? Here I am using it to convey the depth of this fissure seen in a field in Cambridgeshire in mid August. ⚒️🧪 @derbyuniearth.bsky.social

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Annette Lokier @annettelokier.bsky.social · 15/09/2025

Wondering how to use your @derbyuni.bsky.social Earth Science Field Card given to you in induction week? Here I am using it in our unique campus mapping facility to help determine the classification of this carbonate rock. @derbyuniearth.bsky.social

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Annette Lokier @annettelokier.bsky.social · 15/09/2025

Wondering how to use your @derbyuni.bsky.social Biology/Zoology Field Card given to you in induction week? Here I am using it to provide a scale bar while photographing this gorgeous Cross Orbweaver (Araneus diadematus).

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Earth Sciences at the University of Derby @derbyuniearth.bsky.social · 11/09/2025

Only a few days to go until Induction Week at the University of Derby. Freshers, you met some of our #EarthSciences faculty during our Open Days. Now, it's time to meet them in the classroom, lab and field! We are looking forward to welcoming you all to Derby.

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Earth Sciences at the University of Derby @derbyuniearth.bsky.social · 10/09/2025

Next week is Induction Week at Derby! Our #EarthSciences Personal Academic Tutors (PATs) are looking forward to meeting our new and returning students. 💡 Your personal tutor stays with you throughout your academic journey, helping you thrive academically and personally. @derbyuni.bsky.social

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Earth Sciences at the University of Derby @derbyuniearth.bsky.social · 14/08/2025

Results day 2025 Still undecided? Why not choose a career in Earth Sciences? Contact the Programme Leader Dr Adrian Watson for a chat (A.P.Watson@derby.ac.uk) or pop onto campus and we'll be happy to show you around! We look forward to talking to you. www.derby.ac.uk/clearing/ #Clearing2025

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Derby Geosciences @derbyunigeo.bsky.social · 14/08/2025

If things didn't go to plan on #ResultsDay2025 or you have a change of heart - don't panic! We are here to help you. It's not too late to secure a place on our world class Earth Sciences programme at Derby for this September ➡️ www.derby.ac.uk/clearing/ | 📞 01332 592025

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Earth Sciences at the University of Derby @derbyuniearth.bsky.social · 13/08/2025

The Earth Sciences team at Derby wish everyone GOOD LUCK for results day Over the next days our Derby Open House welcomes you to a personalised tour of our Department. Book here www.derby.ac.uk/open-days/op... or just turn up Phone lines open tomorrow at 7am 01332 592025 derby.ac.uk/clearing/

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Earth Sciences at the University of Derby @derbyuniearth.bsky.social · 13/08/2025

Want to study Earth Sciences with Industrial Placement? Then join us at Derby where you can spend a year in industry between years 2 & 3 of your degree Results day phone lines open from 7am on Thursday 01332 592025 #geology #geoscience derby.ac.uk/clearing/ www.derby.ac.uk/undergraduat...

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Earth Sciences at the University of Derby @derbyuniearth.bsky.social · 13/08/2025

#Clearing may feel intimidating but it’s a key part of the UCAS application process allowing YOU to find the best Earth Sciences programme for YOU! You can call now (01332 592025) for early clearing Results day phone lines open from 8 am on Thursday www.derby.ac.uk/clearing/ #geology #geoscience

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Earth Sciences at the University of Derby @derbyuniearth.bsky.social · 13/08/2025

Why is Derby the best place to study Geology & Earth Sciences? Our fabulous teaching team, world class facilities & unique location make us the perfect choice ☎️ now 01332 592025 for early clearing Results day phone lines open from 8 am on Thursday www.derby.ac.uk/clearing/ #geology #geoscience

“From day one, I was supported by incredible lecturers, both in the classroom and out in the field, teaching me skills and techniques that can only be taught in the natural environment. ”

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Earth Sciences at the University of Derby @derbyuniearth.bsky.social · 12/08/2025

Looking to study Geology? We have clearing places! Why is Derby the best place to study Earth Sciences? 96% of Derby graduates are in work or further study ☎️ 01332 592025 now for early clearing Our results day phone lines open from 8am 👉https://www.derby.ac.uk/clearing/ #geology #geoscience

“The skills I learnt with the Derby Geosciences team enabled me to jump feet first into an international career which has been incredibly rewarding & has allowed me a huge amount of freedom & flexibility both in my personal life and professional career. ” Victoria Turnbull
Specialist Production Engineer - Rio Tinto

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Earth Sciences at the University of Derby @derbyuniearth.bsky.social · 12/08/2025

Why is Derby the best place to study Earth Sciences? Here are some thoughts from one of our former students If you hold grades, call us on 01332 592025 now for early clearing On results day our phone lines will be open from 08.00 👉https://www.derby.ac.uk/clearing/ #geology #geoscience

“Derby equipped me with a degree that emphasizes practical knowledge, integrating extensive field excursions and hands-on geoscientific skills directly applicable in the mining and exploration sectors. The degree's focus on real-world skills, rather than being narrowly centred on academic niche topics, has been invaluable to my career. ”

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Earth Sciences at the University of Derby @derbyuniearth.bsky.social · 11/08/2025

Looking to study Geology or Earth Sciences? We have clearing places and are here to help you! At Derby, we teach in small groups so get to know our students very well. Our fabulous field trips are second to none. 📞01332 592025 www.derby.ac.uk/clearing/ www.derby.ac.uk/undergraduat...

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Annette Lokier @annettelokier.bsky.social · 07/08/2025

Loving the dinosaur 🦕 sculptures at Snugburys on the A51. The wildflower meadow looks and smells great too. ⚒️

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Annette Lokier @annettelokier.bsky.social · 09/07/2025

Our forensic technician, Mohit Mistry, gave up some time on the DerbyUni Video Spectro Comparator to look at some minerals from @derbyuniearth.bsky.social collection. Fluorite/Beryl/Topaz/Opal/Selenite/Opal in transmittedUV 365nm; violet 410nm; floodUV 365nm; white light.

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Annette Lokier @annettelokier.bsky.social · 16/05/2025

While out in the field looking at rocks with @derbyuniearth.bsky.social 1st year students, it’s always nice to look at other things too. Here I think we have (correct if wrong) Marsh thistle, Common Lousewort, Heath milkwort, Round-leaved sundew, Heath bedstraw, Tormentil & Common cotton-grass.

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Annette Lokier @annettelokier.bsky.social · 15/05/2025

Four days of geology so far with the Derby Uni @derbyuniearth.bsky.social 1st year students. Siliciclastics, carbonates, contact metamorphism, folded turbidities followed by an into to their mapping area. Sunshine in the Lake District!

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Annette Lokier @annettelokier.bsky.social · 24/04/2025

It is great to see current A-level students discovering our Environmental Science programmes at Derby University today.

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Annette Lokier @annettelokier.bsky.social · 07/04/2025

I had a wonderful morning with the DerbyUni environmental assessment and control MSc students @nationaltrust.bsky.social Kedleston Hall lakes planning their experimental design and water sampling strategies.

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Annette Lokier @annettelokier.bsky.social · 14/03/2025

The final day of the Derby Uni @derbyunigeo.bsky.social field trip with the MSc students took us to Cheshire to discuss fluid flow. ⚒️

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Annette Lokier @annettelokier.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

Today saw the Derby Uni @derbyunigeo.bsky.social field trip with the MSc students on the Great Orme. Limestones, dolomites & sequence stratigraphy. ⚒️

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Annette Lokier @annettelokier.bsky.social · 12/03/2025

Today saw the DerbyUni @derbyunigeo.bsky.social field trip with the MSc students visit Anglesey. Critical minerals, sediments and even a tiny bit of glaciation.

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Annette Lokier @annettelokier.bsky.social · 11/03/2025

A wonderful start to the Derby Uni @derbyunigeo.bsky.social field trip to North Wales with the MSc students - 2 days of sunshine and rocks ⚒️

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Derby Geosciences @derbyunigeo.bsky.social · 10/03/2025

Day 1 of our University of Derby #GeoEnergy field trip finds us in North Wales….

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Earth Sciences at the University of Derby @derbyuniearth.bsky.social · 08/03/2025

It was terrific to have a group of Belper School #Geology students visiting the University of Derby #EarthSciences labs to look at fossils, interpret sediments and experiment with the flume.

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Annette Lokier @annettelokier.bsky.social · 05/03/2025

Today, was ‘inaugural day’ for our newly installed DerbyUni on-campus #geological mapping facility. Our students did a terrific job utilising a range of outcrops to unravel the geological history of their mapping area. @derbyuniearth.bsky.social

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Earth Sciences at the University of Derby @derbyuniearth.bsky.social · 14/02/2025

Today, we are delighted to be hosting a group of A-Level geologists from South Cheshire College.

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Earth Sciences at the University of Derby @derbyuniearth.bsky.social · 23/01/2025

We will be inviting all @DerbyUni #EarthSciences applicants to join us for a 'taster' activity on our Applicants Day on the 22nd of February. Not applied yet? UCAS deadline is 29th January. Visit our website to learn more about the application process: ow.ly/9kuR50UEMvi

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Earth Sciences at the University of Derby @derbyuniearth.bsky.social · 22/01/2025

Meet our #EarthSciences graduates! Richard Williams Technical Specialist at VertaseFLI Limited, Technical Specialist at QDS Environmental Limited, PFAS Specialist "I strongly encourage anyone with an interest and enthusiasm for geology and earth science to pursue a degree at Derby."

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Earth Sciences at the University of Derby @derbyuniearth.bsky.social · 16/01/2025

Meet our #EarthSciences graduates! Paige Colling Senior Engineering Geologist, GRM Development Solutions Ltd "The opportunities available at Derby University were excellent, from studying a variety of modules and lecturers with real world experience and their contacts within the industry."

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