Girls into Ocean Science
Save event Dive into the world of marine science with our first ever Girls into Ocean Science event!
Date & time
31 October 2025 | 09.00-16.00
Event format
Attend event in person
Event type
Participatory interactive event
Event topic
Environment
Audience
Young People
Academic discipline
Education, Environmental planning, Human geography
Venue
University of Plymouth Marine Station, Artillery Place, Plymouth, Devon PL4 0LU
What's on offer?
Designed for young women, those who identify as female, and non-binary students in Years 10, 11 and 6th form, this FREE event offers a unique opportunity to explore the world of ocean exploration and marine science through hands-on activities and inspiring talks from leading female scientists in Britain's Ocean City.
What's it about?
Activities include building and testing your own Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV), learning how we map and explore the deep ocean, and more. Lunch will be provided.
Who's leading the event?
Dr Jenny Gales, Associate Professor in Hydrography and Ocean Exploration. Jenny is actively involved in internationally recognised research surrounding continental slope processes and seafloor geomorphology. Dr Gales has been involved in numerous international research expeditions including Arctic and Antarctic expeditions.
Open to
Designed for young women, those who identify as female, and non-binary students in Years 10, 11 and 6th form
Of particular interest to
Designed for young women, those who identify as female, and non-binary students in Years 10, 11 and 6th form
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