Geology A Level

Geology is the study of the Earth - how it was formed, its history, features and the processes that act on it.

The course typically looks at eight geological concepts: earth materials and natural resources; rock forming processes; rock deformation; earth structure and global tectonics,; time and change; elements, minerals and rocks; surface and internal processes of the rock cycle; past life and past climates; earth materials and natural resources.

The five themes of core content includes: geohazards; geological map applications; quaternary geology; geological evolution of Britain; geology of the lithosphere.

Some exam boards allow you to perform investigative fieldwork which you will then analyse and critique.

Key Skills Acquired

Scientific skills, present scientific investigation and analysis, data analysis, analysis, problem solving, critical thinking, presenting and communicating scientific arguments

Complimentary A-Levels

Biology, Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Geography, History, Economics, Politics, Modern Languages, Sociology, Psychology.

Typical Assessment

Open-book and closed-book exams and coursework.

Exam Boards

England, Wales and Northern Ireland Exam Boards: WJEC

Career Options

Geologist, geophysicist, environmental engineer, geochemist, hydrogeologist, environmental technician, civil engineer, GIS specialist, environmental scientist, surveyor, oceanographer, seismologist, petroleum engineer, marine geologist, forester, earth scientist, teaching.