Geology

Assessment

There are three papers, all questions are data response either short structured or extended. Two of the papers will examine geological skills involving geological map work as well as specimen identification and drawing cross sections. Overall, by studying this course you will start to appreciate how our planet has been shaped through the interaction between short-term catastrophic events and natural long term cycles. By studying geology you will develop a greater awareness of the wider environment, to appreciate the need for sustainable development and having studied an applied science, a pragmatic and practical approach to solving problems.