Facilities

In August 2019, the Orkney Campus relocated to its new home as part of the Orkney Research and Innovation Campus (ORIC).

This multi-million-pound project, completed in 2020, was aimed at supporting the growing research and innovation activity of organisations working in Orkney’s world-leading marine renewables, energy and low carbon sector.

The fully refurbished building includes an IT lab, library and teaching rooms. There is a bright and spacious breakout area which is a great space for socialising or working while enjoying the stunning harbour views.

Teaching Rooms

The teaching rooms are equipped with high-quality audio-visual capabilities, allowing for lectures, tutorials, seminars and collaborative work. The spaces provide a modern and comfortable environment for learning.

Laboratory

ICIT's laboratory provides facilities for both staff and student research across a broad range of marine scientific fields. MSc students use the laboratory for dissertation research projects, while PhD students conduct long-term studies. The laboratory also welcomes visiting scholars undertaking work in Orkney.

Library

The library is a critical resource for staff and students. As a branch of the Heriot-Watt University library, it holds a range of relevant material. Students in Orkney also have full access to the physical and online collections of the main university library in Edinburgh.