This topic will look at the formation of the planet Earth. We then go on to explore what we understand about theory of plate tectonics and volcanoes. Finally we look at how minerals are formed in these environments and how we can harness the power of the earth as a clean energy source.

This topic will explore the movement of water around the planetary system.

This topic looks at the key processes involved in the formation of soil. The key characteristics of the UK's most common soil types. Finally with discussion on how these can create biofuels.

This topic explores our atmosphere and how it affects the amount of energy we receive from the sun. We then examine how this variation in insolation can affect the biodiversity in an area. Finally we discuss the natural processes which affect the climate over a long and short period of time.