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Based at the National Museum of Scotland, discover the scientific and natural aspects of colour and the profound influence colour has on our...

Learn how sedimentary rocks and fossils record evidence of the Earth’s geological past that builds up a picture of lost worlds and great...

Explore the varied landscape of Edinburgh, considering the processes that created the bedrock of the city, how this has been shaped over time,...

Explore how writers and filmmakers turn forensic facts into gripping crime fiction and media with this Edinburgh focused course.

Scotland’s hills and mountains were shaped over millions of years. Join us to discover the rocks and processes that formed today’s landscapes.

Examine links between the art of literature and medicine through Edinburgh’s historic lens and explore themes of illness, disability, race and...

Immerse yourself in ocean ecosystems from shore to abyss. Examine environmental threats and discover how to protect these vital habitats. 

Explore how volcanic activity has helped shape Scotland’s landscape, with case studies that illustrate the nature and scale of past activity.

Explore the cyanotype process where chemistry meets creativity, using light, materials, and experimentation to create striking photographic...

Explore how art and technology shaped has shaped film—from colour and cameras to sound and special effects—in a journey through cinema...

Explore Holyrood Park through seasonal journeys, blending science and creativity to observe, record, and respond to landscape, ecology, and...