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Annette Lokier @annettelokier.bsky.social · 20d

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 · 20d

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 · 21d

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 · 21d

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 · 22d

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 · 22d

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 · 23d

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 · 23d

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 · 24d

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 · 24d

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 · 28d

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 · 29d

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 · Aug 14

Results day 2025

Still undecided?

Why not choose a career in Earth Sciences?

Contact the Programme Leader Dr Adrian Watson for a chat ([email protected]) 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

Clearing 2025 - University of Derby

Apply today to study with us in September 2025 through Clearing. Choose your future. Choose Derby.

www.derby.ac.uk

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Derby Geosciences @derbyunigeo.bsky.social · Aug 14

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 · Aug 13

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 · Aug 13

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 · Aug 13

#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 · Aug 13

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 · Aug 12

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 · Aug 12

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 · Aug 11

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...

Clearing 2025 - University of Derby

Apply today to study with us in September 2025 through Clearing. Choose your future. Choose Derby.

www.derby.ac.uk

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Annette Lokier @annettelokier.bsky.social · Aug 7

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 · Jul 9

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.

Annette Lokier @annettelokier.bsky.social · May 16

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 · May 15

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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