GCSE Geology Revision

So, you’ve set your sights on a Grade 9 in GCSE Geology – amazing! 🎯 Whether you’re just starting the course or in the final stretch, you can do this. With the right tools, a solid plan, and a bit of rock-solid determination (see what I did there? 😄), you’ll be on your way to smashing your exams.

Here’s how to make it happen… 👇

GCSE Geology is split into two exams, both worth 50%:

• Component 1: Geological Principles – on-screen, 1 hour 15 mins




• Component 2: Investigative Geology – written, 1 hour 30 mins

Both papers have a mix of multiple-choice, short answers, and extended writing questions. You’ll also get a handy data sheet in each exam, so get comfy using that during revision too!

Did you know you can download a full course of GCSE Geology notes for free? 🎉 Just use the menu on the right-hand side 👉 to find the topic you need. They're clear, easy to follow, and cover everything you need to know for both exams.

Perfect for:

• Making revision flashcards

• Summarising key info

• Quickly checking tricky topics before a test

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Seriously – the more past paper questions you do, the more confident you’ll feel. Get used to the question styles, practise writing concise but detailed answers, and 

ALWAYS check the mark schemes to see what examiners want. 🧐

Top tip: Try answering questions without looking at your notes first, then go back and fill in the gaps.

Geology isn’t just about learning facts – it’s about applying knowledge. Make sure you understand:

• How rocks form

• Why earthquakes happen

• How to interpret maps and data

If you can explain it in your own words (or teach it to someone else!), you’ve nailed it. 💪

GCSE Geology is assessed through two parts – both worth 50% each, so they're equally important! 🪨📝

🧭 Component 1: Geological Principles

This is an on-screen exam that lasts 1 hour 15 minutes. You'll answer a mix of question types – multiple choice, short answers, and longer written responses. It covers everything you've learned across the course, and you’ll get a data sheet to help with the tricky bits!

🗺️ Component 2: Investigative Geology
This one’s a written paper, lasting 1 hour 30 minutes. It’s all about interpreting a simplified geological map of a specific area. You’ll use the map and data sheet to answer questions and investigate the geology of that location.

Both exams test how well you understand geology and how you can apply it – so it's not just what you know, but how you use it! 💡⛏️

You’ve got this! 💪