Earth Sciences postgraduate courses

The energy demands of our changing world must balance an expanding global population with a desire to shift towards more carbon-neutral sources. The world needs skilled practitioners who are adept at environmentally-sensitive energy generation. 

We are currently developing new postgraduate Earth Sciences courses. 

Please check back at a later date.

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Scanning electron microscope

Impressive magnification is powering advances in areas such as technology, industry and research. Our scanning electron microscope (SEM) can magnify objects up to 30,000 times and can play a key role ...

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Dream job for first-class engineer Molly

Molly Kirven followed her passions to study at Derby. And now she is working in her dream job as a contracts engineer in the geotechnical/construction industry.

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Postgraduate Open Events

Join us at an upcoming on-campus Postgraduate Open Event, where you will get the opportunity to meet our expert academics and find out more about your course.

Next Open Event: Saturday 7 February 2026, 10am - 1pm

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