Adrian Watson
@adiewatto.bsky.social
Geologist @ University of Derby
Programme leader for BSc Earth Sciences
Structural geologist and geoscience educator, University of Derby. Engineering Geology, Field Photography, Fishing, Ipswich Town FC, Chillies and Moths.
Programme leader for BSc Earth Sciences
Structural geologist and geoscience educator, University of Derby. Engineering Geology, Field Photography, Fishing, Ipswich Town FC, Chillies and Moths.
Thanks to those who braved the snow yesterday to find out about our fantastic #EarthSciences degree.
If you couldn't make it yesterday it's not too late - the next #derbyuni open day is Feb 22nd derby.ac.uk/open-days/
@DerbyUniEarth.bsky.social
@derbyuniGeo.bsky.social
If you couldn't make it yesterday it's not too late - the next #derbyuni open day is Feb 22nd derby.ac.uk/open-days/
@DerbyUniEarth.bsky.social
@derbyuniGeo.bsky.social
January 11, 2026 at 12:52 PM
Thanks to those who braved the snow yesterday to find out about our fantastic #EarthSciences degree.
If you couldn't make it yesterday it's not too late - the next #derbyuni open day is Feb 22nd derby.ac.uk/open-days/
@DerbyUniEarth.bsky.social
@derbyuniGeo.bsky.social
If you couldn't make it yesterday it's not too late - the next #derbyuni open day is Feb 22nd derby.ac.uk/open-days/
@DerbyUniEarth.bsky.social
@derbyuniGeo.bsky.social
A cautionary note to science students and users of AI.
Always include a scale in your photos. AI attributes the pawprint (no scale) to a cayote, cougar, or bobcat. AI recognises the #derbyuni scale card and the print of a bobcat. No, they belong to feline domesticus aka Bear (a resident of Derby).
Always include a scale in your photos. AI attributes the pawprint (no scale) to a cayote, cougar, or bobcat. AI recognises the #derbyuni scale card and the print of a bobcat. No, they belong to feline domesticus aka Bear (a resident of Derby).
January 6, 2026 at 12:48 AM
A cautionary note to science students and users of AI.
Always include a scale in your photos. AI attributes the pawprint (no scale) to a cayote, cougar, or bobcat. AI recognises the #derbyuni scale card and the print of a bobcat. No, they belong to feline domesticus aka Bear (a resident of Derby).
Always include a scale in your photos. AI attributes the pawprint (no scale) to a cayote, cougar, or bobcat. AI recognises the #derbyuni scale card and the print of a bobcat. No, they belong to feline domesticus aka Bear (a resident of Derby).
Post-Christmas walk at Foremark reservoir. The low water level has exposed outcrops of sandstone encrusted by a colony of zebra mussels.
December 28, 2025 at 4:53 PM
Post-Christmas walk at Foremark reservoir. The low water level has exposed outcrops of sandstone encrusted by a colony of zebra mussels.
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Graduation day @derbyuni.bsky.social.
Congratulations to all our fabulous graduates!
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Congratulations to all our fabulous graduates!
🎓🥂 @derbyuniearth.bsky.social @derbyunigeo.bsky.social
November 14, 2025 at 3:45 PM
Graduation day @derbyuni.bsky.social.
Congratulations to all our fabulous graduates!
🎓🥂 @derbyuniearth.bsky.social @derbyunigeo.bsky.social
Congratulations to all our fabulous graduates!
🎓🥂 @derbyuniearth.bsky.social @derbyunigeo.bsky.social
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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/
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/
August 13, 2025 at 4:08 PM
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/
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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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...
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...
August 13, 2025 at 2:24 PM
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...
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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#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
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
August 13, 2025 at 10:37 AM
#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
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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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
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
August 13, 2025 at 7:38 AM
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
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
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Why is Derby the best place to study Earth Sciences?
Because we are always here for you!
Come and meet us Face-to-Face at our Clearing Open House.
14/8 - 11.00-17.00
15/8 - 10.00-16.00
Book here www.derby.ac.uk/open-days/op... or just turn up.
www.derby.ac.uk/clearing/
#geology #geoscience
Because we are always here for you!
Come and meet us Face-to-Face at our Clearing Open House.
14/8 - 11.00-17.00
15/8 - 10.00-16.00
Book here www.derby.ac.uk/open-days/op... or just turn up.
www.derby.ac.uk/clearing/
#geology #geoscience
August 12, 2025 at 3:39 PM
Why is Derby the best place to study Earth Sciences?
Because we are always here for you!
Come and meet us Face-to-Face at our Clearing Open House.
14/8 - 11.00-17.00
15/8 - 10.00-16.00
Book here www.derby.ac.uk/open-days/op... or just turn up.
www.derby.ac.uk/clearing/
#geology #geoscience
Because we are always here for you!
Come and meet us Face-to-Face at our Clearing Open House.
14/8 - 11.00-17.00
15/8 - 10.00-16.00
Book here www.derby.ac.uk/open-days/op... or just turn up.
www.derby.ac.uk/clearing/
#geology #geoscience
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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
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
August 12, 2025 at 11:30 AM
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
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
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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
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
August 12, 2025 at 8:11 AM
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
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
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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...
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
August 11, 2025 at 12:39 PM
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...
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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This week, our University of Derby #EarthScientists are immersed in the #geology of the Lake District. Fabulous geology, fantastic weather.
May 13, 2025 at 5:41 AM
This week, our University of Derby #EarthScientists are immersed in the #geology of the Lake District. Fabulous geology, fantastic weather.
Hot stuff! University of Derby graduate Ashley Patton, a senior geologist at the British Geological Survey, talks on BBC Radio Wales about geothermal heating in Cardiff. www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...?
Hot Stuff: Cardiff's Geothermal Future - BBC Sounds
Discover the huge potential of geothermal energy for Wales hidden beneath our feet.
www.bbc.co.uk
May 12, 2025 at 9:42 PM
Hot stuff! University of Derby graduate Ashley Patton, a senior geologist at the British Geological Survey, talks on BBC Radio Wales about geothermal heating in Cardiff. www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...?
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Some excellent sedimentary structures at the junction of Cecil St and Peel St in Derby courtesy of the burst water main. Thanks to Severn Trent for the 3 day experimental run. #Streetsedimentology
March 31, 2025 at 4:19 PM
Some excellent sedimentary structures at the junction of Cecil St and Peel St in Derby courtesy of the burst water main. Thanks to Severn Trent for the 3 day experimental run. #Streetsedimentology
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Congratulations to University of Derby Geology graduate Hannah Rawson who has just successfully defended her PhD at Manchester University.
Congratulations to University of Derby Geology graduate Hannah Rawson who has just successfully defended her PhD at Manchester University.
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March 11, 2025 at 7:46 PM
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Congratulations to University of Derby Geology graduate Hannah Rawson who has just successfully defended her PhD at Manchester University.
Congratulations to University of Derby Geology graduate Hannah Rawson who has just successfully defended her PhD at Manchester University.
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Today, we are delighted to be hosting a group of A-Level geologists from South Cheshire College.
February 14, 2025 at 1:07 PM
Today, we are delighted to be hosting a group of A-Level geologists from South Cheshire College.
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Yesterday, #PEVOLCA (Canary Islands Volcanic Emergency Plan) scientists issued a press release about changes in activity at Teide, although there are currently no signs of eruption.
What does the press release say? What does it mean for you?
www3.gobiernodecanarias.org/noticias/los...
What does the press release say? What does it mean for you?
www3.gobiernodecanarias.org/noticias/los...
January 24, 2025 at 3:13 PM
Yesterday, #PEVOLCA (Canary Islands Volcanic Emergency Plan) scientists issued a press release about changes in activity at Teide, although there are currently no signs of eruption.
What does the press release say? What does it mean for you?
www3.gobiernodecanarias.org/noticias/los...
What does the press release say? What does it mean for you?
www3.gobiernodecanarias.org/noticias/los...
Stunning footage of Atlantic bluefin tuna feasting on garfish off the Devon coast.
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January 22, 2025 at 9:42 PM
Stunning footage of Atlantic bluefin tuna feasting on garfish off the Devon coast.