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Geology focuses heavily on the physical aspect of Geography and also fits in with science very well.

Why should I choose Geology?

For those who enjoy Geography but didn’t particularly like the human topic, then Geology may be the perfect course for you!

If you are interested in Science then these two subjects will link very well.

Geologists are now the 2nd highest paid graduates on leaving university.

What will I study?

In the first year you will study the following aspects of Geology:

  • Plate tectonics
  • Volcanism
  • Earthquakes
  • Rock formations
  • Fossils

In A2 the course takes the concepts and knowledge of the first year and develops them further as well as allowing you to pursue optional areas of interest

Huish Extra

We visit sites in Devon and Dorset in the first year and travel to Spain in the second year to do practical fieldwork. You can also go on the Geography trip to Sicily to supplement your experiences of geological wonder.