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Overview

This specification affords candidates the opportunity to study geological processes that operate at and below the Earth's surface, the evidence of past life and the uses made of geological materials. Through this specification learners will also cover the processes and products that form our planet and its rocks.

Benefits to you and your learners of teaching this qualification

• This specification has been developed in consultation with teachers, organisations such as the British Geological Survey, the Earth Science Teachers' Association, the Earth Science Education Unit, professional bodies such as the Geological Society, universities, GEES and industry such as Oil and Gas UK.
• This specification builds on the knowledge, understanding and skills of GCSE Science, no prior knowledge of Geology is required.
• The specification contains all the detail that teachers will need without increasing the content.
• There is less emphasis on recall and more on understanding and application.
• Much of the work is evidence-based and linked to the reconstruction of past environments.
• An appreciation of geo-diversity and geo-conservation will be developed together with an awareness of the finite nature of the Earth's resources.

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