Geology and Earth Related Sciences for All
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The Open University Geological Society - the largest OU Society |
OUGS supports the study of geology and other earth sciences by providing opportunities for members to learn via field trips, talks, workshops and conferences led by experts in their fields. |
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For the latest news see STOP PRESS  South West Branch's Hartland Geoweekend |
Membership is open to everyone interested in geology and other earth sciences, not just Open University students and staff. Our 2400+ members include amateur fossil hunters, professional oil engineers, oceanographers and satellite imagery experts studying planetary geology. |
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The OUGS operates from 17 Branches throughout the UK and Europe. Branches are managed locally to provide a focus for members in a given area. |
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Our field trips span the globe. We offer something for everyone. During 2011 our field trips will visit France, Spain, Portugal, Tenerife, Cyprus, Norway, Iceland, Sikkim, China, USA and over 100 sites in England, Wales, Scotland and Ireland. |
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The OUGS Newsletter is published six times a year. The OUGS Journal is produced twice annually to publish: |
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Vacancies: We would request that some members who are current OU students contact us to attend OUSA Conference (22-24 June 2012) as OUGS delegates. For details of any OUGS Committee position please check the Job Descriptions in the Members Only section. You will need your membership number |
The Geoff Brown Memorial Lecture 2010 'Volcano-ice Interactions in Iceland - Eyjafjallajökull' was given by our President Dave McGarvie. | |
