Geology is an amazing opportunity to study our planet – it’s an exciting, new science to most, and is completely different to anything you have learnt before. So, if you like the outdoors, beaches, volcanoes, dinosaurs, fossils, oceans and mountains, this might be for you. This course encompasses everything on Earth: landscapes, oceans, atmosphere, and all life there ever has been, in a hands-on, interactive learning way.
Progression routes may include university degrees in Geology, Earth or Environmental Science. Geology graduates are highly sought after by employers, and are amongst the highest paid, with excellent opportunities for travel.
Employment options may include environmental management, mining and academic research.
Volcanoes and earthquakes
Fossils and Evolution (including dinosaurs)
The history of the planet
Fieldwork – practical investigations and mapwork in interesting locations.