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Lifelong Learning at the University of Edinburgh: Geology of East Lothian

21 September 2024 - 22 September 2024

Explore the geological history of East Lothian, discovering the processes that have created today’s beautiful coastal landscape and offshore islands. Intense volcanic activity 350 million years ago formed tough igneous rocks, but softer sedimentary rocks are also present and contain clues to past environments.

Tutor: Angus D Miller BSc PhD

Day 1: North Berwick
Day 2: Dunbar

Cost £100: booking essential, see www.course-bookings.lifelong.ed.ac.uk/courses/SN/science-and-nature/SN080/geology-of-east-lothian/


Outdoor event - easyOutdoor event - easySuitable for adults and young peopleLevel of prior knowledge - beginnerLocation - outdoorsSubject Area - Sedimentary RocksSubject Area - FossilsSubject Area - Volcanoes and Igneous Rocks


Scottish Geology TrustAn event in the Scottish Geology Festival 2024, organised by the Scottish Geology Trust. Please support us: Discover – Support – Join.

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Organiser

  • Centre for Open Learning, University of Edinburgh
  • Phone 0131 650 4400
  • Email COL@ed.ac.uk
  • View Organiser Website

Details

Organiser

  • Centre for Open Learning, University of Edinburgh
  • Phone 0131 650 4400
  • Email COL@ed.ac.uk
  • View Organiser Website