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We are a long-established Department within the University of Cambridge, where we offer world-class teaching courses, carry out innovative and forward-thinking research, and provide excellent facilities in a dynamic and inclusive environment.

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We offer courses across the spectrum of the Earth Sciences. We have lots of information about those courses, and about being a student in this Department..... 

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BBC news - The Harker collection and "hidden colours inside volcanoes"

John Maclennan from Cambridge's Department of Earth Sciences explains how the Harker collection, held by the Sedgwick Museum, throws light on the interior of the Earth.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-27678862