A Level Geology

Subjects covered AS Subject Content Unit 1: Global Tectonics Here you study the structure of the earth and consider the key theory of continental drift and how instabilities in the earth’s Geology can be destructive. Unit 2: Rocks – Processes and Products Here you will get a thorough understanding of the process by which the three main groups of rock: igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic, are created. Unit 3: Coursework This practical module involves a fieldwork study putting your theory knowledge into practice. A2 Year Content Environmental Geology Unit 1: Environmental Geology You will study how rocks play an important role in the water supply and consider how humans are able to extract useful materials from rocks. Unit 2: Evolution of Life, Earth and Climate Here you will find out about the fossil records of life from earlier periods and how rocks give us clues about changes in the earth’s climate. Unit 3: Coursework This practical module involves a fieldwork study putting your theory knowledge into practice. Assessment Pattern AS Year • Exam: Global Tectonics, 1 hour, % of AS Level • Exam: Rocks, Processes and Products, 1 hour minutes % of AS Level • Coursework: Practical Skills in Geology, % of AS Level • AS grade counts % of the total A Level grade A2 Year • Exam: Environmental Geology, 1 hour, % of A Level • Exam: Evolution of Life, Earth and Climate, 1 hour minutes, % of A Level • Coursework: Practical Skills in Geology % of A Level On completion This highly respected course will develop your skills of scientific analysis and is good preparation for a range of careers, including the energy industry, environmental work and oceanography.