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The Scottish Ocean’s Institute (SOI) is an interdisciplinary research institute studying the marine environment and is based by St Andrews East Sands beach. The University is currently investing £10 million into a new marine laboratory which will become the permanent base of the SOI and include a state-of-the-art aquarium and a public outreach centre.

The new centre is due to be completed in 2019.

Of sea and sod: a generative writing workshop arising from the Arandora Star

This workshop will use a variety of tools and exercises inspired by the Arandora Star, an ocean liner that was torpedoed off the coast of Ireland in 1940. Participants will be given the opportunity to reflect and compose responses across a range of themes and genres, and languages. A stroll along the shoreline will provide…Scottish Ocean's Institute14:00 PM to 17:00 PM

Ocean Ambassador Scheme

The Ocean Ambassador Activity Book was released in August of 2024 through a BIRCH (Biodiversity Interdisciplinary Research Community Hub) internship. You can pick up workbooks for your kids or grandkids at any time (including during this session). We will be on hand to answer questions about becoming an Ocean Ambassador and learning about ocean biodiversity…Scottish Ocean's Institute16:00 PM to 16:45 PM

Calling budding Ocean Ambassadors

The Ocean Ambassador Activity Book was released in August of 2024 through a BIRCH (Biodiversity Interdisciplinary Research Community Hub) internship. Come to find out more about becoming an Ocean Ambassador with the Scottish Oceans Institute on East Sands. Pick up a workbook copy for your kids or grandkids and embark on fun activities with them…Scottish Ocean's Institute16:00 PM to 16:45 PM

Women in Ocean Science in St Andrews

All students and staff are invited to the first Women in Ocean Science in St Andrews (WOSiStA) event. Please join us in the Lecture Theatre within the Scottish Oceans Institute (SOI) at East Sands. Our panel is made up of five incredible women whose varied careers have led them to work in the ocean sciences,…Scottish Ocean's Institute14:00 PM to 16:00 PM

Scottish Oceans Institute Open Day

Everyone is warmly invited to visit the new, state-of-the-art Scottish Oceans Institute building. We will have displays and activities about the marine environment as well as staff and students on hand to talk about the exciting research taking place in St Andrews. There will be something for everyone, from children to adults. Come along and…Scottish Ocean's Institute09:30 AM to 14:00 PM

Scottish Oceans Institute Open Day

Everyone is warmly invited to visit the new, state-of-the-art Scottish Oceans Institute building. We will have displays and activities about the marine environment as well as staff and students on hand to talk about the exciting research taking place in St Andrews. There will be something for everyone, from children to adults. Come along and…Scottish Ocean's Institute10:00 AM to 17:30 PM

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Bioblitz 2019 – Save the date!

Join-in with the annual 24-hour biodiversity survey ‘St Andrews Bioblitz 2019’. During Bioblitz we will survey wildlife around the Gatty Marine Laboratory/Scottish Ocean’s Institute at East Sands on 7 and 8 June. All sessions are open to the public. Come and learn about the plants and animals from our experts and contribute to this scientific…Scottish Ocean's Institute(All day Friday)

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University of St Andrews
College Gate
St Andrews
KY16 9AJ
Fife, Scotland, UK