Geology is the study of the Earth: its structure; how it has evolved; what drives important processes such as plate tectonics? Geology investigates how these factors affect society. How can structures be engineered to withstand geodynamic hazards such as earthquakes, volcanoes and tsunamis? How can we use monitoring to predict when volcanoes erupt? Where do vital resources such as water, oil and minerals come from? How can we mitigate the impact of sudden climate change? Over the two year course we’ll cover: • Foundation Geology • Investigative Skills • Geology and the Human Environment • Interpreting the Geological Record • Two of the following topics: Quaternary Geology, The Lithosphere, Natural Resources, The Geologic Evolution of Britain Geological Investigations
General College entry requirements. You do not need Geology GCSE to study Geology A Level. Entry requirements are slightly lower than those for pure science subjects. We seek: Grade 4,4 or above in Combined Science. Grade 4 in GCSE Maths. Geography GCSE is also useful, though not essential.
There will be three written papers. There is no coursework, although there is a minimum, compulsory four days fieldwork.
About Education Provider
| Region | North West |
| Local Authority | Bury |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | 169 Manchester Road, Bury, BL9 9BB |
Geology is the study of the Earth: its structure; how it has evolved; what drives important processes such as plate tectonics? Geology investigates how these factors affect society. How can structures be engineered to withstand geodynamic hazards such as earthquakes, volcanoes and tsunamis? How can we use monitoring to predict when volcanoes erupt? Where do vital resources such as water, oil and minerals come from? How can we mitigate the impact of sudden climate change? Over the two year course we’ll cover: • Foundation Geology • Investigative Skills • Geology and the Human Environment • Interpreting the Geological Record • Two of the following topics: Quaternary Geology, The Lithosphere, Natural Resources, The Geologic Evolution of Britain Geological Investigations
General College entry requirements. You do not need Geology GCSE to study Geology A Level. Entry requirements are slightly lower than those for pure science subjects. We seek: Grade 4,4 or above in Combined Science. Grade 4 in GCSE Maths. Geography GCSE is also useful, though not essential.
There will be three written papers. There is no coursework, although there is a minimum, compulsory four days fieldwork.