Enhancing Fieldwork Learning

Supporting innovation in field-based teaching and learning across higher education.

What is Enhancing Fieldwork Learning?

Enhancing Fieldwork Learning (EFL) brings together educators, researchers and students interested in field-based teaching and learning in geography, Earth and environmental sciences, biosciences and related disciplines.

The EFL community shares examples of practice, research, tools and guidance to support effective, inclusive and sustainable fieldwork in higher education.

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Review and develop your fieldwork provision.

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Annual gathering of fieldwork educators to share innovations in teaching and learning

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Key books and publications on fieldwork teaching and learning.

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featured resources

EFL brings together research, teaching guidance and practical examples to support fieldwork in higher education.

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Enhancing Fieldwork Learning Using Mobile Technologies
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Teaching Fieldwork in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences (Elgar, 2025)

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2026 showcase

The 2026 Enhancing Fieldwork Learning Showcase will bring together educators from geography, Earth and environmental sciences, biosciences and related disciplines to share innovations in fieldwork teaching and learning. The event will feature short presentations, discussions and examples of practice from across the sector.

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Interested in EFL?

If you would like to know more about Enhancing Fieldwork Learning, upcoming events or ways to connect with the community, please get in touch.

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