Full Time Geology

Geology

Why choose Geology?
Have you ever wondered why there is such a great variety of scenery in Britain, a relatively small land area? Much of the answer lies in the fact that it is impossible to travel very far without crossing a geological boundary. There is a great variety of rock types in Britain, which helps explain the remarkable variety of landscapes. Geology is the scientific study of the Earth, its origin, its structure and the processes responsible for the formation of rocks. It is also a subject with economic and environmental concerns because of human use of geological resources for water supply, metals, energy and the construction industry. Sociologically it can be an important tool in forensic science.
Geology is of interest to anyone who is interested in the environment as it is today. It helps us to understand natural hazards such as the earthquakes and volcanic eruptions that people in areas like Turkey, India and Mexico have to be able to manage if life is to be safe and comfortable. Geology has a direct significance if you wish to have a career in resource management or development, civil engineering, environmental engineering, forensic science, mining or vulcanology. It is extremely useful if you wish to develop an interest or take a degree in oceanography, archaeology, geography, environmental science, or geophysics.

Key Features of Geology at Hills Road:
· A specialist geology laboratory.
· Several students in the last few years have come in the top three students examined nationally at A level.
· Wide range of specimens available for individual use in our specialist resources room.
· Fieldwork opportunities in both Years 12 and 13.
· About half our students go on to study geology or a closely related subject at university every year.
Course Outline - (Awarding body: OCR) AS Level Units
Unit 1: Global tectonics. 30%
Unit 2: Rocks ? processes and products. 50%
Unit 3: Practical skills in geology I. 20%
Advanced (A2) Level Units
Unit 4: Environmental geology. 30%
Unit 5: Evolution of life, earth and climate. 50%
Unit 6: Practical skills in geology II. 20%
A level results for Geology
Resources and Facilities
· A specialist Geology laboratory
· Wide range of specimens available for individual use in open access specialist Resources Room.
· Well qualified and enthusiastic teachers
· Well stocked library section with up-to-date books, videos and CD ROMs