Planet Earth has been continuously evolving over the 4.5 billion years since formation, having suffered catastrophic meteorite impacts, mass extinctions, ice ages, violent earthquakes, flooding, drought, global warming, oceanic acidification and spectacular volcanic eruptions. These events, some of which are interconnected, have all left their marks in the geological record, and as geologists we learn how to recognise them.
This course will explore the scientific evidence, and what the implications are for the future of our unique planet. It will also follow topical trends in the news related to geology.
No previous knowledge is required, just an inquisitive mind!