Earth Sciences A-Level Pathway

EPQ

The Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)is a largely self-directed research project into a topic of the student’s choice. You will develop your study skills as you plan, research and develop your idea, creating either a research assignment, a product or an activity (e.g.,an event)as your final piece. The EPQ may also count towards UCAS points.

Core Maths is an exciting course which will help you to use maths in a range of ‘real world’ contexts to prepare for success in your studies, future care and life.

This one-year course will develop your mathematical skills and thinking appropriate for a Level 3 qualification. You will become more confident and competent in using maths and the qualification will be considered for UCAS points if you are planning to study at university in the future.

Work experience examples (skills, sector, employers) Derby City Council will have departments that may be of interest to an Earth Science student. However,other employers locally may support the practical and analytical skills such as engineering, construction, energy and logistics.Wildlife Trusts can provide field work experience for ecology or environmental science.

Internal and External opportunities:

Joseph Wright Friends of the Earth Club and Urban Garden Club
University Taster Days and Insight Schemes
Summer Schools,such as the Sutton Trust

Geological Society: https://www.geolsoc.org.uk/

My oil and gas career: https://www.myenergyfuture.co.uk/

General: https://www.geolsoc.org.uk/CareersInfo
https://www.geography.org.uk/Jobs-and-careers-in-geography
https://www.rgs.org/geography/choose-geography/careers/

Earth science includes a wide combination of skills from the very practical where use of technical expertise, equipment and teamwork is required to individual based work that is research based. Aspects of some careers are niche and demand higher level qualifications, expertise and training. However,there are opportunities across apprenticeships, higher national apprenticeships, employer sponsorship and degrees in an area that is growing in popularity and the requirement for a sustainable environmental.

University

• Geography
• Geology
• Transport and Logistics
• Environmental Conservation
• Landscape Architecture

Specialist University Information

www.DiscoverUni.gov.uk

https://coursefindr.co.uk

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Apprenticeship

• Travel Adviser
• Surveying Technician
• Agriculture
• Environmental Health

Specialist Apprenticeship Information

https://www.apprenticeships.gov.uk/