About the Department

This Image Library is based on images created by members of the Department of Earth Sciences at the Open University. In addition to Earth science related images there is an extensive World Travel section showing different cultures, architecture and views from around the world - well worth a visit. The library will be periodically updated with new images.
By using the drop down menus you will be able to search and view thumbnail images; by clicking on these images you will then be able to view medium resolution versions.
You can look for an image by choosing a category and clicking 'go', or choosing a category and keywords. Selecting 'and' narrows your search, selecting 'or' broadens it."

Choose a category:
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and keyword:
Select from the category list first

and  /  or 

Select from the category list first

... now hit ... or to clear selections

These images are free for non-commercial use, with an acknowledgement, e.g. Photographer: Joe Bloggs, © The Open University.

NB: Should you require an even higher resolution image for commercial use/further reproduction of any kind, or have any queries, please contact j.l.dryden@open.ac.uk for availability, permission and price.