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Earth Sciences

A Geologist’s analysis of Greenland's natural resources beneath the ice

Dr Jonathan Paul offers an explanation for the reasons why Greenland’s mineral wealth has been such a hot topic in the news recently.

Earth Scientist leads pioneering geoscience projects with latest technologies

Professor Jurgen Adam continues to champion innovation at the intersection of geoscience, engineering, and autonomous systems.

Geoscientist gives expert insight on ship crash environmental risks

A major search and rescue operation was launched by HM Coastguard after a cargo ship, thought to be carrying 15 containers of sodium cyanide, collided with an oil tanker carrying jet fuel for the US military off the coast of northern England last week, involving expert analysis from Royal Holloway.

3rd

in the UK for teaching quality

Source: The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026

100%

Research environment rated 4* or 3* world-leading or internationally excellent

Source: Research Excellence Framework, 2021

6th

in UK Earth Sciences Departments

Source: The Guardian University Guide, 2026