School of Geographical & Earth Sciences

Girls into Geoscience

This exciting, one-day free event takes place in the summer of each year and will introduce S5-S6/A-level students to the geosciences. Geosciences is a diverse subject that incorporates aspects of geography, biology, chemistry, computing science, mathematics, and physics to understand Earth’s past, present and future, and use those lessons and skills to make a difference in the world. This event is open to all CIS and trans women and non-binary students who are comfortable in a space that promotes women.

This event brings together women from industry, government bodies, academia and High schools in order to highlight and promote the role Geoscience has in our society and its potential to be an exciting and worthwhile subject and career to pursue for women.

The event has a mixture of activities taking place, ranging from a mini lecture, career talks from those who have gone into Geoscience careers as well as labs and workshops where participants are able to get hands on with Geoscience concepts.

Girls into Geoscience has grown from an initial concept at the University of Plymouth, with events now present in Ireland, Wales and Scotland. It is a fantastic, supportive network that we are very proud to be a part of.

For any queries, or if you would like to join our mailing list, please contact us on girlsintogeo@glasgow.ac.uk or through Twitter and Instagram

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Girls into Geoscience: Scotland 2026

Girls into Geoscience: Scotland 2026 – Registration NOW OPEN!
 
We’re thrilled to announce that Girls into Geoscience: Scotland 2026 is officially open for registration!
Geoscience is for everyone. It brings together geography, biology, physics, chemistry, computing, creativity and problem‑solving to explore our planet (and beyond!). If you’re curious about Earth, space, data, fossils, volcanoes or science that really matters, this event is for you.
 
Inspiring speakers This year’s programme features an outstanding line‑up, including:
  • Dr Anna Hicks – volcanologist at the British Geological Survey
  • Dr Lydia Hallis – Martian scientist and planetary expert from the University of Glasgow
  • TBD industry speaker
Hands‑on workshops Students will choose two workshops from four exciting options:
  • Dating Rocks – uncovering Earth’s deep past
  • Fun with Meteorites –  Meteorites and meteorwrongs - see if you can spot the difference between a space rock and an Earth rock and learn how to find micrometeorites on the roof of your house! 
  • Computational Geoscience – Continents on the Move: A journey through time using rocks, magnetic data and computers
  • Ecosystems of the Past – fun with fossils!
Travel bursaries available - please contact girlsintogeo@glasgow.ac.uk for information
 
Teachers, school groups and independent participants are all welcome
 
We consistently receive fantastic feedback from students and teachers alike – but places are limited, so early registration is strongly encouraged!
 
Register here:
Girls into Geoscience 2026 registration form Girls into Geoscience 2026 registration form – Fill in form
 
Questions?
Contact us at girlsintogeo@glasgow.ac.uk
 
Don’t miss out – secure your place and discover where geoscience can take you!
 

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