Timestamp,"I agree that:     1. I confirm that I have read and understood the information provided above for the study and have had the opportunity to ask questions;      2. I understand that my participation is voluntary and that I am free to withdraw at any time. In the event of withdrawal, and where it is possible, relevant data will also be withdrawn. I understand that if I submit this survey, my data will be anonymised and unable to be withdrawn;      3. I agree to take part in this study;      4. I agree to allow the data set collected to be used for future research projects. ",How old are you?,"If known, who is your Local Council Authority (LCA)? Please indicate the LCA where your home is (i.e. not your work, school, university etc. LCA)",How do you describe your gender?,How do you describe your ethnicity?,"What is your highest level of completed education to date? (e.g. GCSEs, A-Level, Bachelors Degree, Masters, PhD etc.)",When did you complete this qualification (if appropriate)? A rough estimate is fine.,Please indicate your religious affiliation,How do you describe your sexuality?,"Do you have any ongoing caring responsibilities? (A sole primary carer is responsible for 100% of caring responsibilities, a primary carer carries out more than half of the caring responsibilities, and a co-carer shares up to and including half of the caring responsibilities.) Select all that apply to you.","Do you consider yourself to be an ""outdoors"" person? (e.g. do you like sport outside, walking in the countryside, or maybe just gardening?)",Do you consider yourself to have a disability?,What name would you give to your disability/disabilities?,"Have you ever studied geology as a subject (e.g. geology, geoscience, geological oceanography, environmental geoscience and not as a part of another subject)",At what educational level are you studying/have you studied geology? (Select all that apply to you),Why did you decide to study geology?,What is geology?,What does a geologist do? ,Has anyone you know ever studied or worked in geology?,Please suggest up to three things that represent a barrier to studying geology (please type each answer in the separate space provided),,,Please give any positive perceptions you have of geology,Please give any negative perception you have of geology,Has anyone you know ever studied or worked in geology?,What is geology?,What does a geologist do?,Please suggest up to three things that represent a barrier to studying geology (please type each answer in the separate space provided),,,Please give any positive perceptions you have of geology,Please give any negative perceptions you have of geology,Was geology ever available as a choice for you to study?,Why didn't you study geology?,"If geology had been a subject available to you, do you think you would have chosen to study it? Include why, if possible.","Atmospheric Science (1 = core, 5 = unrelated)","Biology (1 = core, 5 = unrelated)","Computational Science (1 = core, 5 = unrelated)","Economy (1 = core, 5 = unrelated)","Engineering (1 = core, 5 = unrelated)","Environmental Science (1 = core, 5 = unrelated)","Geomorphology (1 = core, 5 = unrelated)","Geophysics (1 = core, 5 = unrelated)","Hydrocarbons (Oil and Gas) (1 = core, 5 = unrelated)","Natural Hazards (1 = core, 5 = unrelated)","Oceanic Sciences (1 = core, 5 = unrelated)","Palaeontology (1 = core, 5 = unrelated)","Plate tectonics (1 = core, 5 = unrelated)","Public Engagement/Communication (1 = core, 5 = unrelated)","Renewable energy (1 = core, 5 = unrelated)","Resource Management/Extraction (1 = core, 5 = unrelated)","Social Science/Policy (1 = core, 5 = unrelated)","Space Science (1 = core, 5 = unrelated)","Sustainability (1 = core, 5 = unrelated)","Volcanology (1 = core, 5 = unrelated)","Water Resources (1 = core, 5 = unrelated)",Are there other areas you would associate with geology?,"Which three subjects do you most enjoy studying? (e.g. Art, Spanish, Physics)","If you could suggest one thing to improve participation in geology, what would it be?"
3/16/2021 12:03:04,I agree,22,Walsall ,Male,White British ,Bachelors Degree,,Christian ,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters)",Fascination with physical geography during secondary school. Realisation that the majority of the physical geography I was being taught was actually geology and to understand it further I needed to study a geology degree,"The study of the Earth, it’s physical history and the process that come to define it. An appreciation of deep time and space. ","Understand the ground, interpret complex structural settings, field mapping, GIS, find solutions to climate crisis. If it’s not been grown a geologist has found it.",Yes,"Tendency for some to view it as a “dirty” subject, intrinsically related to the oil and gas industry ",Poor exposure to the subject in school. It should be explicitly states in science/ geography lessons that material being studied is in fact geology ,,You never see the world and the environment around you the same again ,Tendency for certain academics to fail to look beyond the subjects use in oil and gas exploration. Think wider- geothermal energy should be taught as a fundamental aspect ,,,,,,,,,,,,2,3,4,3,4,3,3,5,4,5,3,5,5,4,5,5,3,4,5,5,4,Geothermal Energy,"Geography, History, Biology ",Wider exposure in school 
3/16/2021 12:18:27,I agree,38,Warrington borough council,Female,White,Masters,,None,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,The study of rocks and the earth/planets,"Studies earth systems (volcanoes, earthquakes, etc) and how rocks were made/what they are",Lack of info on non-academic jobs,Lack of knowledge/exposure to subject,Lack of courses,"Understanding earth systems is really interesting - the idea that the earth isn’t static, and the timescales are immense ","Studying rocks feels old fashioned, and maybe a little like stamp collecting. Is there anything new to discover with rocks?",No,,"Maybe? I didn’t know anything about it at school, or anyone who was interested in it, so I might not have blindly picked a subject that I ended up not enjoying ",3,3,1,3,1,1,1,1,1,1,3,3,1,4,3,1,4,1,3,1,4,Creating maps (maybe that is geomorphology!) ,"Biology, chemistry, languages ",A bigger drive to expose children to the subject and the variety within the topic - it’s not all just memorising rocks!
3/16/2021 12:30:44,I agree,37,Highland,Female,White European,PhD,,None,Bisexual,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,The study of rocks and earth processes,"Too many different things to answer! Everything from direct study of rocks and geomorphology to environmental monitoring, climate science, policymaking...","It's very white, middle class & male, which is really off-putting",poor access to (intelligible) educational material as a member of the public - makes it less likely to study it later,no geology in schools in Scotland,"It connects you to the landscape, and lets you see deep time, it's really important in lots of different sciences and jobs","It seems like something other people come to our area to do, but don't include us; it's too technical and hard to understand",Yes,"The only place I could study it was really far away, I couldn't go",,3,3,4,3,2,2,1,1,1,2,3,2,1,3,1,1,3,3,2,1,2,,"Science, Literature, Biology","Better outreach - speaking to a wider audience, not just people already interested/with access to geology"
3/16/2021 12:32:48,I agree,26,Leeds City,Female,White British,MSc,,None,Straight,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters), PhD","I liked geography but my A-level grade was going to be my worst, and I liked (and was better at) science, so when I stumbled across geology as a subject in university prospectuses, it seemed to be an opportunity to apply what I was good at to what I was interested in.",Geology is the science of rocks and Earth history,"Geologists apply scientific methods and approaches to answer questions about Earth, rocks and landscapes, and the processes that formed them",Yes,Financial barrier to buying outdoor equipment and clothing,Social (and financial) barrier to spending time outdoors and developing knowledge / interest in it,"Stereotypes of geologists, particularly ""blokey"" men who just want to make lots of money through mining etc.","I have seen considerable recent shifts towards interest in sustainability, environmental amelioration, etc. which start to address the social responsibility geologists have for contributing to some of the world's biggest problems.","General culture is not great re: diversity, inclusivity, resistance to cultural change etc.",,,,,,,,,,,,2,3,4,4,2,1,1,1,1,1,2,2,1,3,2,1,2,3,2,1,2,"Biochemistry, soil science","Geography, biology, physics",Provide financial support for those who lack necessary kit to spend time outdoors
3/16/2021 12:36:41,I agree,34,Staffordshire,Male,White,PhD,2015,None,prefer not to ,No,No,Yes,long term illness,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,"Study of rocks, minerals. Processes of their formation etc...",Looks at rocks and landforms. I'm sure its more complicated than this but I have never really given it much thought. ,"1) Not entirely sure what it is all about 2) No offence intended, but it seems really boring 3) Again no offence intended, but it seems like a subject quite comfortable with the extraction industry which makes me uneasy",,,Its fun if you are into that sort of thing ,See previous answer about barriers ,Yes,It didn't interest me ,,4,4,3,4,2,2,2,1,2,2,2,2,2,4,4,1,5,3,4,1,3,,"Human Geography, Sociology, Public Health ",More focus on sustainability
3/16/2021 12:40:39,I agree,35,Carmarthen ,Male ,White Welsh ,PhD ,2012,Atheist ,Straight ,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"GCSE (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree, PhD",Love of the outdoors and a desire for a job that would allow lots of international travel ,The study of the Earth ,"They study various aspects of the Earth, especially with reference to its history ",Yes,Lack of knowledge about the subject ,Lack of interest in the outdoors ,Lack of decent job opportunities that are not related to oil or mining  ,It describes the World around us. It is interesting and exciting ,"It is associated with exploitation of the Earth (oil, mining etc) ",,,,,,,,,,,,3,3,2,2,2,2,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,3,2,1,2,2,1,1,1,,"Geology, History, Maths (statistics)",More outreach and public awareness - most people still think time team is geology 
3/16/2021 12:41:25,I agree,21,Allerdale Borough Council,Male,White Caucasian,A-level,2018,Agnostic,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,The study of the earth and the the many processes and structure within it,Study the earth and advise humanity on decisions based on that knowledge,Financial,Ethnicity,Sexuality,Very important,Complex and unpredictable,Yes,I preferred a more holistic sustainability environmental science perspective as it seemed more useful in guiding people to better outcomes environmentally. ,,2,1,1,5,4,4,5,4,5,4,4,5,5,2,3,5,2,1,3,4,4,Chemistry,"Geography, Environmental Science, Social Science",Emphasis on its use for people not just the study of rocks
3/16/2021 12:41:32,I agree,58,Perth and Kinross,Male,Yorkshireman,BSc,,Frisbeetarianism,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,To rekindle an interest from earlier years in geomorphology,The study of Earth processes and their products,It's too broad for a simple definition! From zapping zircons to remote sensing,Yes,Being unable to access exposures through disability,,,One of the more interdisciplinary of the sciences encouraging breadth of knowledge,People don't understand the need for mining and don't think it can be sustainable,,,,,,,,,,,,2,3,2,3,3,2,2,1,2,1,2,1,1,3,2,1,3,2,2,1,2,Mineralogy,"Geology,Physics,Chemistry",More initiatives like 'Girls into Geoscience' to draw in young people who may not otherwise consider geology.
3/16/2021 12:44:24,I agree,33,Bristol,Male,White British,MSc,3 years ago,None,Straight,No,No,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,"I really like physical geography at school, and was always interested in volcanoes, stratigraphy and palaeontology.",The study of Earth's systems through time,"Depends on the job ;). But generally study rocks, stratigraphy etc, changing conditions through time to gain some sort of knowledge or interpretation of past events for profit or increasing knowledge.",Yes,"Money, personal/family",Physical ability,,It's given me a career and enabled me to go and continue studying for my PhD,"The main employer was oil & gas, and that's kind of gone down the pan now... So I don't have that many geology related career options for the future.",,,,,,,,,,,,4,4,2,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,3,1,1,1,3,1,4,2,3,1,3,,"Geology, Geography, German","Provide some valid career options, with the push into renewables there needs to be a way to transfer these skills into that sector. Or maybe just sell it from the palaeontology side and talk about dinosaurs a lot..."
3/16/2021 13:08:59,I agree,48,Wiltshire ,Male ,White British ,PhD,1996,C of E,Heterosexual ,Co-carer of child/ren under 18,Yes,No,,Yes,"A Level, Bachelors degree, PhD",Fascination with fossils,"The study of the earth, its processes and products",Work in a field that requires scientific training and a knowledge of earth processes and products ,No,"Awareness that geology exists,",access to educational opportunities,"Opportunity, confidence and enough money to spend time outdoors and to undertake fieldwork  ","Interesting, exciting ",Impact on environment ,,,,,,,,,,,,1,2,3,1,1,1,3,2,2,2,2,1,1,3,2,2,3,2,1,1,3,,"History, geography, science ",Give people the confidence to study geology 
3/16/2021 13:16:38,I agree,22,Gwynedd Council,Male,White - Welsh,Bachelors Degree,2020,No Religion,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Post Graduate Certificate,I had always been interested in Geography at school and have been diving for a few years. The opportunity to combine my passion for diving with physical geography was very enticing when the Geological Oceanography degree course was available at Bangor.,The study of Earth materials.,"It can mean several things; in academia it could be a variety of studies, in industry it could be construction related, planning or site investigation work for civil engineering use.",Yes,Lack of knowledge / awareness about the subject at A-Level ,Lack of opportunity for work experience,"Lack of inclusiveness of the subject in GCSE / A-Level subjects, not offered in Wales.",Interesting in terms of learning about different interactions in the earth,People assume that it is a boring subject.,,,,,,,,,,,,2,3,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,3,1,2,1,1,2,3,1,1,1,,"Music, Biology, Geography","Increasing awareness in schools and showing career prospects; I had no idea about the types of jobs available until I came to university, I wish I would have had an opportunity to learn about it in school / sixth form college."
3/16/2021 13:20:53,I agree,20,Central Bedfordshire Council,Male,White British,A level,2019,None,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,Liked the volcanoes/ earthquakes bit in A level geography,"The study of the earth, its composition, processes, and its history.",That really depends on the branch of geology: it could be anything from forensics to abseiling into volcanoes.,Yes,That it is so rarely taught at GCSE/ A level,,,It's interesting,Some bits of geology can be really difficult,,,,,,,,,,,,4,3,2,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,3,1,1,4,4,1,4,1,4,1,4,,"Geology, German",Make it more widely available in schools
3/16/2021 13:28:47,I agree,27,Islington,Male,White British,Masters,2018,Atheist,Straight,No,Yes,Yes,Tremor - difficulty with some fine motor tasks.,Yes,Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters),I was interested in climate science and sort of got swept into paleoceanography and sediments.,The study of the earth's rocks and the contents of those rocks,Studies rocks and what they contain,No,Alignment with oil companies,small c' conservatism,,"Cool hazards stuff like volcanoes, tsunamis and earthquakes","I'm doing a phd in an earth sciences dept but no longer am a geologist. I find that many of the geologists engage in either soft or hard climate denial which drives me round the bend.

I also see most of the petrology as boring, pointless and only locally applicable. Some of it obviously needs to be done, but the degree to which it's pursued seems like a waste of money when we desperately need to research the climate crisis and not make it worse by searching for more oil.",,,,,,,,,,,,5,5,5,5,3,3,1,2,1,3,4,2,1,5,3,3,3,5,3,1,3,,At school I enjoyed maths and physics,
3/16/2021 13:38:00,I agree,32,"Bournemouth, Poole and Christchurch",Female,White British,PhD,2016,N/A,N/A,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"Bachelors degree, PhD, 1st year international Master (Diplome) not quite the same! No full degree.",Because I was curious about the world around me. I wanted to know why things were the way they were. I had a passion for travelling and wanted to be paid to do it. I spent much of my time outside and was determined not to have a boring old office job (Ha!).,"The study of the materials that make up our natural world - why they formed, how they formed, what they mean. It's more than rocks though - it's peoples interactions with the natural environment and how societies can utilise, manage and protect our natural resources and materials. (I could write soooo much here (fairly vague question) - I'll keep it brief).","Studies the earth natural materials and resources. More than that, we think about how geology can be useful to society, think about how to bridge the gap between geology and people and try to understand what we can learn from the past, to (hopefully) protect our future.",Yes,"Money - field gear is expensive, fieldtrips are expensive, travel is expensive. Starting salaries for a young engineer are also TERRIBLE.","Personal resilience - it's a tough field to be part of. As an undergrad I was one of a few girls in big group of boys, it could be difficult. In industry I've faced many problems with sexual harassment and discrimination... sometimes it's hard to recommend this field to young girls, when i know what might await them. ","Lack of understanding of what it's all about. Having signed up to do my undergrad I felt woefully unprepared for the world I entered - heavy in mechanics, maths, IT (all not rewquired to enter the course...). On the flip side, this might appeal to more students if we ensure they fully understand what a life in geoscience can be.",We all get to be Iain Stewart (a good perception if you don't know that it's rare). ,"If you're a white middle-class male the Geology is for you (not a perception if it's true though, right?). ",,,,,,,,,,,,4,4,2,2,1,1,1,1,2,2,2,1,1,3,2,2,2,4,2,2,2,Risk,"Geography, Biology, IT",More female lecturers (I had 1 during my undergrad!). 
3/16/2021 13:41:57,I agree,26,,Male,Arab ,MSc,09/2019 ,Atheism ,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters)",To acquire a job in the renewables industry ,The understating of how physical processes help shape the planet ,Study different types of sediments and rocks in order to paint a picture of the history of the planet ,Yes,If you live in a country where it doesn’t have a background in geology ,Studying geology through books only and not observing geology in the physical environment ,,It will take you to different places around the world that you would’ve not have gone to otherwise,Not all jobs in geology are well paid ,,,,,,,,,,,,2,4,2,3,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,3,1,3,1,1,3,2,2,1,1,,"Physics, geography, chemistry ",Taking young students on trips to mountainous areas in order to explain how such geological features are formed
3/16/2021 13:43:16,I agree,25,London Borough of Wandsworth ,Female ,White,BSc degree,2016,None,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"A Level, Bachelors degree","Interested in an exciting, outdoor based career ",It's fundamental to understand in order to construct buildings / tunnels/ infrastructure ,"Site based review of cores, creation of geological profiles and cross sections, expert advice for foundation/ underground construction works. ",Yes,Lots of colleges now not offering A or AS level,"Minimal coverage in gcse geography. Only the 'fun' and 'exciting' things covered such as earthquakes, volcanoes etc rather than actual rock characteristics and industry link","Unless you know someone who works in a similar role, it's often not the top choice compared with other subjects","A wide ranging subject, lots of specialties to get involved with and can travel world wide with a role potentially ","A little archaic at times, seen as not being as exciting as physics/chemistry perhaps",,,,,,,,,,,,5,4,3,5,1,2,1,1,1,1,3,4,1,5,1,1,5,3,5,1,1,Na,"Geology, geography, chemistry ",More engaging lab work to combine with the field trips offered by courses 
3/16/2021 13:46:15,I agree,23,South Cambridgeshire,Woman,White British ,Bachelors degree ,Summer 2020,None ,Bisexual ,No,Yes,Yes,"Dyspraxia, dyslexia",Yes,Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters),"Because I love knowing how the world works, with all of its dynamics and processes. I also like how inter-connected geology is to so many things like the oceans, biology, climate, physics, etc. ",The broad scientific study of rocks and minerals ,"Geologists study rocks and minerals to infer a wide range of information about the past (e.g. Palaeoclimates, fossils) or present (e.g. Earth's inner dynamics, foundations of infrastructure). ",Yes,Ability to do fieldwork,Lack of courses/opportunities,,"Very holistic subject, where people can find their own niche. Relevant to so many things. So far, always admired the geologists I have met. ",Being outdoorsy and loving fieldwork is always expected. ,,,,,,,,,,,,3,3,3,4,2,1,1,1,3,1,1,1,1,5,2,2,5,3,4,1,3,"Mineralogy, sedimentology, geotechnics","Geology, oceanography, psychology","Provide information and opportunities about a wide range of careers in geology (e.g. Oceanography, core scanning, astrophysics) "
3/16/2021 13:47:01,I agree,36,Greater London,Female,White,MESci Geology ,2007,Atheist,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters),I wanted a career in science which would enable me to travel the world,The study of the Earth and it's formational processes,"Use geological principles to analyse data, then develop and test models based on the data, in order to gain insights which support either business decisions or academic hypotheses.",Yes,Lack of awareness of the subject in schools,Lack of diverse role models ,Perception that the subject involves fieldwork ,It improves human understanding of the natural world ,The public often associate it with 'dirty' industries ,,,,,,,,,,,,4,4,3,5,3,3,2,1,2,2,2,1,1,4,4,3,4,4,4,1,4,Stratigraphy and Structural geology ,Physical sciences and Global development,Raising awareness about the diversity of careers available
3/16/2021 13:47:44,I agree,22,,Female ,White British ,Masters,,,,No,Yes,Yes,,Yes,"Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters)",Interested in physical geography but wanted to expand my knowledge in other areas. ,Study of the Earth and its materials. ,"Studies geology, Earth and other Planetary bodies. ",Yes,Fieldwork,,,Get to travel ,People think its just oil and gas,,,,,,,,,,,,3,4,2,3,2,1,1,2,2,2,4,2,1,1,2,2,4,2,1,1,4,,"Geography, chemistry, biology ",
3/16/2021 13:47:53,I agree,33,Oxfordshire county Council ,Female,White british,MSc,16/03/2021,None,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters),Longstanding interest in earth sciences,"The study of the structure and composition of rocks and soils, the processes associated with them and the depositional environments and history of those rocks and soils.","Studies the geology of a site or sites, and depending on application provides information on the geology to people who need to understand it for engineering  environmental management or other applications. Geologists can perform a range of roles! ",Yes,Availability of the subject as an option in schools and colleges,Perception by peers/Peer pressure (it is seen as uncool!),,"A fascinating window to the past, the ability to connect with deep time, and a very wide subject",Can be a bit of a boys club!,,,,,,,,,,,,3,4,2,5,1,2,1,1,2,1,1,2,1,3,1,2,5,2,2,1,1,Geotechnics/geotechnical engineering,"Geology, glaciology, geophysics ",Enthusiasm of mentors and teachers is absolutely essential
3/16/2021 13:50:25,I agree,23,Cheshire East,Male,White,BSc,2019,None,Gay,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters)","I chose to study at A-level because I liked things such as earthquakes and volcanoes. Heading into Higher Education, I enjoyed it at A-level more than any other subject and had more consistently decent grades in it.",The study of current and ancient Earth System processes via the study of their mineralogical products left behind.,"Something that involves the previously either directly or indirectly. Can be be interpreting seismic data, hazard awareness,  education etc.",Yes,"Cost (equipment, field courses)",Lack of widespread FE courses,,It's a subject where almost any area of interest can be accommodated within its sphere of influence.  ,It can be quite 'blokey'.,,,,,,,,,,,,4,4,3,4,3,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,2,1,1,2,3,2,1,2,Geochemistry,Geology; Mathematics; English Language,"Broader secondary and FE teaching provision. To broaden from the outdoorsy, picking-up-rocks-on-a-mountain image. Scoriaceous cauliflower inclusions."
3/16/2021 13:51:39,I agree,29,Staffordshire County Council ,Male,White British ,PhD,2020,Agnostic,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters), PhD",Intrigued by the great outdoors ,Study the earth and it’s processes,Understand the earth and it’s process and how they can help society. ,Yes,Lack of exposure at younger ages. ,Costs. ,Diversity or lack thereof. ,Diverse range of sub-disciplines. ,Lack of diversity. ,,,,,,,,,,,,2,3,2,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,2,1,1,2,2,1,1,1,,"Geography, Natural History, Science",Greater awareness and outreach. 
3/16/2021 13:52:55,I agree,23,Home pre-uni was South Somerset ,Female ,White British,Integrated masters,2019,None,Bisexual,No,Yes,Yes,Hypermobility Syndrome/EDS III,Yes,Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters),My interests at school were primarily physical geography and I just kept following that,The study of the physical earth,It depends!! In the broadest sense - study the science of the Earth.,Yes,"Misconceptions about future career prospects - I thought I’d have to sell my soul to oil and gas, choose academia, or not actually work in geology","Misconceptions about costs, or in some cases, actual costs. Field trips have a perceived significant additional cost, in my case this cost was covered and there was adequate support, however I think not knowing that, or it not being the case is a significant concern and barrier",Physical accessibility of field work - adaptations for physical needs vary and if not clearly advertised early and positively may put people off,"It’s an important key to solving important issues facing society in our lifetimes, this is positive from an aspirational and impact point of view but also career opportunities. ","I did have a perception it would be just rocks, and I think many people do. ",,,,,,,,,,,,2,2,2,3,2,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,3,2,1,3,2,2,1,1,,"Geography/Geology, Biology, physics",Changing public perception of what geology includes - an expansion to earth sciences - through public communication 
3/16/2021 13:56:49,I agree,24,Leicester City Council,Female,White - Irish ,Masters - MSci,2019,None,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters), PhD","Because I love the study of the natural world, and geology encompasses so many sub-disciplines that are important  to better understanding our world. ",The study of the history of the Earth and processes which influence it.,Many things - depends on the sub-field. Often takes understanding of Earth history and processes and applies it to better understanding present day problems etc. ,Yes,Accessibility of fieldwork,"Perceptions of geology (mainly older, white men etc)","Cost e.g. field courses, equipment. ",A very big community of like minded people who appreciate the value of studying Earth’s history and how this is vital in developing our future.,Before I started studying - male dominated and middle class dominated field ,,,,,,,,,,,,4,5,3,4,3,2,2,1,1,1,2,1,1,3,1,1,4,2,2,1,1,Glaciology ,"Geography, Chemistry and History ",Increasing awareness of the subject and it’s important in younger audiences 
3/16/2021 14:08:02,I agree,22,Hounslow,Female,Black British ,Bachelors,2020,Muslim,Heterosexual ,No,No,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,Study of the environment,Study the environment ,Lack of awareness ,Lack of diversity ,Perception early on ,N/a,Boring,No,,No - I have been interested in geopolitics but thats the limit of my studying of anything geology realted. ,3,2,2,1,1,5,4,3,3,5,5,5,5,1,3,3,1,3,5,5,5,,Politics History Sociology,Awarness
3/16/2021 14:08:36,I agree,48,Cheshire West,Male,White British,MSc,1996,,,Co-carer of child/ren under 18,Yes,No,,Yes,"A Level, Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters)",Interest in Science and Outdoors,Study of the Earths Structures and Composition,"Academic study, mining, oil and gas exploration",Yes,Number of available courses (a lot less than when I did it),Understanding of and access to careers advice,Availability at A Level in schools,"Travel around understanding the world, high salary careers (oil and gas)","Limited career options, quite specialist",,,,,,,,,,,,5,5,2,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,3,1,1,2,2,2,3,2,3,1,2,Mining for rare resources e.g. for batteries,"Physics, Geology, Computer Science",Available in more schools
3/16/2021 14:10:08,I agree,54,Sheffield City Council,Female,White British,Bachelor of Arts,30 years ago,Other,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,The study of rock and what else the Earth is made of; how it has formed through forces exerted from within and without the planet Earth over billions and billions of years.,"The study of Earth by looking at the substances that is it made of, whether of mineral or ancient biological origin.There are many kinds of geologists who's specialisms include looking at movements of tectonic plates to geomorphologists who combine disciplines, just for example.",A 'dry' subject not obviously linked to creative arts.,Remote,Can involve lots of numbers -quantitive rather than qualitative research.,"Beautiful varied patterning in some geological structures; can be visually/texturally stunning. Landscapes shaped by geology and interaction of weather can be stunning. For example Forsake Scar,  Malham Cove and Lulworth Cove just for a start.","Only when it's showcased purely as a dry numerical subject just with graphs, equations and long latin-based descriptors.",No,,"Probably not as a science, but as a creative subject that interacts with other subjects, maybe.",4,4,4,5,4,5,5,5,5,5,5,5,5,1,5,5,5,5,5,5,5,Arts,Art,Teach it as a holistic subject and how it relates to other subjects and 'real world' examples of how it impacts on global society.
3/16/2021 14:10:55,I agree,37,Aylesbury Vale,Male,White British,Bachelors Degree,2004,Church of England,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,Study of the structure of the earth,"A multitude of things, but the geologists I know provide geotechnical data to enable the safe construction of civil projects",Lack of information on associated careers,,,It is applicable and relevant to so many other sciences and works,Geology in popular culture is often seen as the preserve of stuffy old men wearing tweed,No,,Probably not - although I enjoyed studying geography at school I was much more interested in other sciences,2,1,4,2,5,4,5,5,4,5,5,3,5,1,2,4,1,3,2,5,4,,"Chemisty, Physics and History",
3/16/2021 14:12:09,I agree,22,Denbighshire County Council,Male,Mixed,A level,2018,None,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), Bachelors degree","Palaeontology, I also like science in general","Study of the structure, composition and interactions of the earth now and in the past",Science,No,Education (not many geology programs in high school),Male dominated,Perceived as boring,Everybody seems nice ,Perceived as boring,,,,,,,,,,,,1,1,1,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,1,1,Geology basically affects everything,"Biology, History, Geology",More geology in schools/ geology tv shows aimed towards schoolchildren
3/16/2021 14:19:37,I agree,25,Westminster,Female,White,MSci,3.5,None,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,No,,Yes,PhD,Loved physical geography at school and my geography teacher suggested I might prefer geology to geography and that career prospects would be better post university ,"Study of the Earth, past, present and models of the future and the materials it is composed of. ","Study Earth materials, deformation of the Earth, apply what we know about the Earth to other planets. ",Yes,"Fieldwork - cost, ability to travel both physically and to be away from family ","Unknowns - geology was not an option at my school, so if it hadn’t been for my geography teacher I wouldn’t have known much about geology degrees","Perceptions - that it’s all about oil and gas or mining, or even natural hazards (especially volcanoes and earthquakes). Engineering geology is rarely seen as an important part. ",Very broad subject that there is likely one aspect you will love (and some you will hate),"Male dominated, drinking culture, necessary to do lots of fieldwork to be a good geologist",,,,,,,,,,,,3,3,3,3,4,4,5,5,5,5,3,5,5,2,3,3,2,4,4,5,4,,"Geography, maths, physics ",Expand communication efforts that geology is more than just mining/oil/volcanoes and earthquakes 
3/16/2021 14:29:28,I agree,22,Aberdeen City,Male,White British,Bachelors Degree,2020,None,Straight,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree, PhD",Because I enjoyed it at school.,"The study of earth (and other planets), its systems and its processes. ","Makes observations, tests and founds theories on the earth and its systems",Yes,Financial,Academia,,It has made me a very inquisitive thing.,"I have realised I hate academia, geology is very snobby. Lots of old people who are unable to adapt to changing planet and future.",,,,,,,,,,,,3,3,1,1,2,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,2,2,1,1,2,1,1,1,Anthropology and History,"Finance, Politics, Technology and Engineering",More diversity- its old white men
3/16/2021 15:09:12,I agree,32,Unknown,Male,White,PhD,2015,N/A,Straight,Co-carer of child/ren under 18,Yes,No,,Yes,"Bachelors degree, PhD","I chose to study ""Environmental Geoscience"" as I was curious about the way the world worked and wanted to also focus on a science. I guess having an 'outdoorsy' background / upbringing probably instigated the curiosity for the way the world worked.","The study of rocks, and the solid Earth, and how the solid Earth has evolved over time.","Lick rocks ;). Nah, jokes aside, for me a geologist is a field-based profession, so a geologist studies or works with rocks, minerals, fossils, drill cores, outcrops, etc, and uses observations from these to answer questions about the solid Earth.",No,"Cost (fieldwork, mapping projects!)",Image (old-fashioned vs eg Earth Science which is possibly a more modern and broader view),"Reputation (close links to oil & gas industry, and often incorrect views of mining industry - we need to mine for a clean energy transition)","Climate change, environmental change, natural hazards, clean energy","Oil & gas, old fashioned, white able-bodied bearded men in the field with hammers and boots",,,,,,,,,,,,4,4,4,5,4,3,2,2,1,1,4,1,1,4,5,1,5,5,4,2,2,"Mineralogy, Structural geology, sedimentology, stratigraphy, petrology","Assuming you mean traditional 'school' subjects: Maths, Chemistry, Geography","Ditch the term 'Geology' and use 'Earth Science' as a broader, more inclusive and modern alternative."
3/16/2021 15:26:28,I agree,20,,,,a level,2019,,,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,Science of rocks,Worship gravel,A level is uncommon,,,Geologists seem quite harmless,Rock Nerds,No,,Yes,4,4,4,3,3,2,1,2,1,3,2,2,1,4,5,2,4,4,5,1,1,,maths geography history,
3/16/2021 15:29:11,I agree,22,Bolton,Cis male,White British ,Bachelors degree ,2020,Agnostic,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters)",Enjoyed science and geography,The study of Earth processes with the aim of determining how the features we observe came to be,"A jack of all trades I.e. science's, engineering, geography, business, history, social science ",Yes,Money,Access,Ignorance,Answers fundamental quesyions,Exploitative ,,,,,,,,,,,,3,2,3,4,4,5,5,5,5,5,5,5,5,3,5,5,4,5,4,5,5,,"Economics, computer science, food",Increasing the understanding of its importance 
3/16/2021 15:30:08,I agree,54,Cornwall,Male,White,PhD,1992,Christian,Gay,Co-carer of child/ren under 18,Yes,No,,Yes,PhD,"Largely by accident, it wasn't an obvious choice to me at the time",The study of the Earth,A geologist reads rocks to learn about the evolution of our planet,Yes,Lack of knowledge about what a geologist does,Lack of awareness during general schooling,,An exciting and varied job with lots of travel and outdoors activity,It can be miserable when it rains,,,,,,,,,,,,3,4,1,4,3,3,1,1,3,1,2,1,1,4,4,1,4,3,2,1,2,"Mineralogy, petrology, geochemistry","geology, photography, archaeology","Make it exciting and ""up"" the public profile"
3/16/2021 15:36:58,I agree,32,Newcastle Borough,Male,White British,PhD,2016,Atheist,Heterosexual,No,No,Yes,Autistic spectrum disorder,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), A Level, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters), PhD","I was introduced to fossil hunting at a young age, and developed a keen interest in minerals and fossils, which determined my preferred career from an early age.","The study of the Earth (or other planets), and it's evolution through time, applying physics, chemistry, and biology.","Identify, investigate, quantify, and evaluate the chemical and physical processes which have shaped Earth (or other planets), for academic gain or for accessing resources.  ",Yes,Traditional (antiquated) or incorrect views of geology as a subject,Misconception that fieldwork is vital,Lack of scientific background,A fundamental field for the development of modern technologies and the management of environmental hazards. ,Can be a 'boys club' in which fieldwork is considered to be vital and social drinking is a prerequisite for proper geologists.,,,,,,,,,,,,3,2,3,3,2,3,3,1,1,1,3,1,1,4,3,2,3,3,2,1,2,,"Geology, Chemistry, Environmental Science",More specific education on the role of vital role of geology in modern clean technologies.
3/16/2021 15:37:21,I agree,20,Cornwall,Male,White-British,A-level,2019,Christian,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"A Level, Bachelors degree","I wanted the mix of chemistry, physics and being outdoors",The study of the Earth beyond 2 Ma,Depends,Yes,"Fitness, imagination and time",,,Everything is good,Nope,,,,,,,,,,,,3,4,4,4,3,3,2,2,2,3,3,4,1,3,2,3,5,1,5,1,1,Rock focused components,"Maths, chemistry and physics",NA
3/16/2021 15:37:42,I agree,29,Falmouth,Female,"White, European",MSc,2017,Spiritual,Open,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"A Level, Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters), PhD",To understand the Earth and current problems we are facing regarding sustainability. ,The study of rocks/sediments. The past is the key to the future.,"All kind of things. Fieldwork, modelling, risk assessment, research, mapping etc. ",Yes,There is no clear future job prospect (except for oil/gass).,Geology is not a subject in high school in some countries (like the Netherlands) so it is not a clear option for middelschoolers.," And it seems a bit stuck in time, especially in the UK, with old views dominating the field.","Outdoors, with nature, great combination of physical and mental work.",Old men dominated.,,,,,,,,,,,,2,3,4,4,3,2,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,4,1,1,4,4,2,1,1,Palaeoclimatology,"History, arts, physical geography","Better communication and outreach. Make it more relevant to society and current sustainability problems. Everyone should be interested in understanding the history of our own planet, so find a broader way to appeal to people. (which will attrack a broader range of people)."
3/16/2021 15:38:09,I agree,27,Lincoln,Male,English & Filipino,Masters,2019,None,Heteroseqcual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters), PhD","Liked physical geology but wanted to go further than that so I thought geology would satisfy that, which it did.",An Earth science examining the solid components of Earth and the processes involved which controlled these materials.,Someone who studies in the field of geology.,Yes,Lack of understanding of the importance of geology in society,Secondary education not providing information or interest towards it,Jobs after graduation not always geology related e.g. Ground investigations.,Fieldwork is very important. Need to see the rocks to understand them.,Need to become more quantitative as opposed to qualitative. ,,,,,,,,,,,,2,3,3,3,2,3,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,2,2,2,3,2,1,1,Mining,"Geography, english, history",School outreach. Emphasize importance amoung communities.
3/16/2021 15:41:37,I agree,23,Lichfield borough council,Male,White,MSci,2020,No affiliation,Bisexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,PhD,I had a really great A-level geology teacher who inspired me and essentially coaxed me into geology. He also would put 6 figure starting salaries and geology salaries up on the whiteboard and I thought it would be a good career in that sense. ,The study of the earth,Tries to understand the earth by observation and interpretation of any earth or earth related process,No,People aren’t aware it exists. A-level students take maths physics chemistry biology without knowing geology links to all of them. They are recruited into the more mainstream stem subjects and geology is forgotten about.,"Public perception. Rock licking, geologists are weirdos, nerdy etc. ",,Multidisciplinary subject. Takes bits of all the sciences and puts them all together to make a beautifully diverse subject. ,"When you talk about rocks to people, their eyes tend to glaze over. ",,,,,,,,,,,,2,3,2,2,2,2,1,1,2,1,1,2,1,4,3,1,4,3,1,1,2,"Petrology, sedimentology, geochemistry, mining ","Geology, chemistry, history",Raise more awareness of it - I had no clue what it was before a level and had it not been for my school offering it at A level I doubt I would’ve pursued a phd in it.
3/16/2021 15:49:04,I agree,25,Southampton ,Female,White british,Masters,2018,N/A,Heterosexual,No,Yes,Yes,Dyslexia and dyscalcula,Yes,Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters),I loved volcanoes and wanted to be volcanologist,A name for a group of subject areas that tend to involve rocks/fossils. ,"A geologist is a person that looks at the landscape and/or rocks to understand its origin and how our world is shaped. This doesn't have to be in person (in-field) it can be through other methods e.g. remote sensing, seismic studies etc ",Yes,Considered a man's job when I grew up ,Schools don't make it seem very interesting. Subjects like geography don't indicate that geology feeds geography. ,Accessibility of fieldwork ,"Becoming more inclusive, very wide range of subjects and gives you very employable skills. ",Fieldwork requirements present soem clear barriers to some groups and often aren't properly considered. ,,,,,,,,,,,,2,2,1,2,2,2,2,1,1,1,3,1,1,2,3,2,2,3,2,1,1,,"Geography, chemistry, physics",School interaction
3/16/2021 15:49:23,I agree,24,Wandsworth,Male,White British,Masters,September 2020,Christian,Bisexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters)",It was a choice on a whim when choosing first year natural science options. I had been told it would give me a good balance with more time demanding options I was also taking. I stayed studying it because of the initial course of lectures by Professor James Jackson - it was hook line and sinker!,Study of rocks and earth systems,"Study rocks, study fossils included in those rocks, look at the processes which may have caused those rocks to form or those fossils to appear in the rocks; via looking at mineralogy / hydrocarbon content of rocks for economic reasons",No,Social class,perceived lack of diversity,Lack of awareness of scope and scale of the subject,"Breadth of the subject and opportunities for pursuing many different lines of interest / specialism, travel and fieldwork (except for mapping), the people",Mapping,,,,,,,,,,,,4,4,3,5,4,2,3,5,5,1,3,4,5,3,4,5,1,2,3,4,2,"Mineralogy, Petrophysics","Geology, Biology, Music",Communicate that the subject is so much broader than the surface suggests - explain that it is both technical and applied (ie like how engineering is marketed)
3/16/2021 15:51:47,I agree,22,London Borough of Havering,Male,Anglo,Bachelor's degree,2020 graduate,Anglican,Straight,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"A Level, Bachelors degree","My most enjoyable A level, believed there to be good career prospects, it's uncommon.",The study of the Earth.,Measures and describes the Earth's processes and their products.,Yes,"People haven't heard of it, it sounds very niche (rocks), real world applications aren't always known",,,"All of those involved are very passionate about it, it is an extremely important industry in upholding modern civilization",None,,,,,,,,,,,,4,3,2,2,2,3,5,5,5,5,4,5,5,1,2,5,1,3,3,5,4,,"History, geography, anthropology",Offer it as an A level in more places. Very high rate of people keeping it up to degree
3/16/2021 15:54:40,I agree,25,CornwallCouncil,Male,British,Masters,2018,Agnostic,,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters), PhD","Interest in the processes that create the world around us, and a degree course that included plenty of travel and fieldtrips.","The study of rocks, and what they can tell us about the Earth and its processes","Employs a wide knowledge base of chemistry, physics, geography, maths, etc., to investigate questions about the Earth's materials and processes, and how we can make use of them.",Yes,"Lack of knowedge about the subject (""It's just studying rocks"")",Universities becoming less approachable for men (now a ~10% difference between female and male university attendance rates),,A very interactive field which allows you to work outside. Reasonable career prospects.,"Careers are often restricted to cities, and require large amounts of time away from your family (sometimes for months at a time), and so are not particularly welcoming to people with young families.",,,,,,,,,,,,4,3,2,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,3,2,1,5,4,2,2,2,,"Geography, Philosophy, History","More connection between academic degrees and industry. Many BSc degrees are too generalist to be useful in an ever-diversifying, but also increasingly specialist, job market."
3/16/2021 15:55:01,I agree,19,East Sussex county council,Female,White British,A level,2020,Christian,Straight,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree","Its really interesting, and really relevant to the world today",Scientific study of the Earth,Study and understand Earth processes,Yes,Not knowing it's an option,Thinking it's outdated/ irrelevant (looking at the old school mining industry),Very few schools/colleges offer Geology GCSE or A-Level,Geology is the best science to tackle climate change! If you can't grow something you have to dig it out the ground. Geology can help us find sustainable ways to do that.,Geology and mining is full of stuffy old men and doesnt appeal to modern young people,,,,,,,,,,,,3,3,4,2,1,1,1,1,2,1,2,1,1,4,1,2,4,2,2,1,1,,"Geology, Maths, physics","Get more schools to offer GCSE/A Level geology, and pose it as 'physical geography' because then it would attract the geographers who just like geography for the volcanos and physical processes. "
3/16/2021 15:56:46,I agree,24,Devon,Male,White/British,Bachelors,2018,N/A,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree","Found it a nice combination of geography, chemistry, physics and biology. Enjoy being outdoors and learning about the natural environment. Good job prospects. ",Study of the earth and processes that form/shape it. ,Almost anything,Yes,Lack of diversity,Cost of fieldgear,Accessibility issues ,"Being outside, relation to/necessary for SDGs ",Oil & Gas,,,,,,,,,,,,2,2,2,3,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,2,1,3,1,3,1,1,,"Chemistry, Geology, Biology ",
3/16/2021 15:57:32,I agree,59,Cornwall,male,white,BSc(Eng),1983,none,heterosexual,Co-carer of child/ren under 18,Yes,Yes,arthritis/mobility,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,The study of rocks and the Earth including earth systems,Looks at / licks / analyses rocks.  Studies the systems that operate sub-surface in the Earth,Poor availability of geology teaching in schools,Poor availability of information on potential careers,Does not fit in with the fashion for digital technologies,Essential for understanding high tech minerals for sustainable development,Musty and old fashioned,Yes,"I went for Engineering instead, as it was more applied",,4,4,3,2,3,3,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,3,2,1,4,3,2,1,1,Gemology,"physics, geography, history",More information available to school children
3/16/2021 15:58:22,I agree,22,Exeter city council ,Female ,White ,A-level,2017,No religion ,Heterosexual ,"Co-carer of adult(s) with disability, learning needs or health issues/elderly person/people",Yes,No,,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree",General interest ,The answer to the world ,Such a wide range of things! But in general somebody who works with rocks of any kind ,Yes,"Financial situation in low income families and low demographic schools that don’t offer it at a level, perceptions the course would be expensive,",Is it necessary to go to university these days when you could do an apprenticeship ,Mature students who worry about being left out of university life ,It rocks! It provides answers about how the universe came to be but also makes you ask so many more questions ,Male dominated ,,,,,,,,,,,,3,3,3,3,3,3,4,4,3,4,4,3,4,2,3,3,3,3,3,3,3,Agriculture ,"Geology, art, environmental science ",Bursaries offered 
3/16/2021 16:00:14,I agree,20,Falmouth Town Council,Male,White British,A level,2019,None,Straight,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"GCSE (or equiv), AS Level (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree","It provides a fascinating insight into our past, is essential to our current lives and can indicate important future issues.",The study of all the Earth,They study and research a wide range of environmental and Earth-based topics,Yes,"It isn't widely taught at secondary school, GCSE or A level","The perception that it's ""just looking at rocks""",Misrepresentation of geology as a subject,It's a fascinating combination of lots of different sciences,People only study geology 'for the money',,,,,,,,,,,,2,2,3,4,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,4,2,2,3,2,2,1,1,Chemistry/geochemistry,"Geology, Biology, Chemistry","Teach geology on the secondary school/A level curriculum, so people become interested at a younger age"
3/16/2021 16:04:44,I agree,24,,I use He/They pronouns,"White, British",Masters,,None,Bisexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"A Level, Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters)","I enjoyed geography in school thanks to my enthusiastic teacher, who encouraged me to peruse geology (which I had never heard of until then). I loved natural history and earth processes, especially in understanding how modern landscapes came to be. ","Geology is, to me at least, the study and appreciation of the Earth and its deep history. ","Geologists are scientists with a broad range of roles. From performing lab based experiments and computer based analyses to fieldwork. However, there is a common impression and misconception that fieldwork is the primary use of a geologist's time.   ",Yes,"Geology is only taught at a small number of colleges and an even smaller number of schools. Those that did not grow up in these areas, and those that face barriers to travel to those schools and colleges are excluded from the outset. (This also applies to natural history museums, geological landmarks etc. that may also inspire further education in geology). ","There is a widely held belief that geology is exclusively for outdoorsy people. This discourages people with disproportionate access to outdoor areas, disabled people, as well as women, racial and ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ people from pursuing geology, each of whom face an intersection of difficulties with fieldwork. ","On a related note, studying geology can pose a greater financial barrier to other areas of academia, e.g. the cost of walking boots, raincoats, field expense, travel...","Geology is first and foremost in understanding the history of the planet, and thus is extremely important in understanding the future of the planet - specifically as it relates to climate change and sustainability. ","Ties to fossil fuels, the oil industry, mining, ecological disasters, ",,,,,,,,,,,,5,5,5,4,4,5,5,4,4,5,5,5,5,5,5,5,5,5,5,5,5,,"Geology, Geography, Biology",
3/16/2021 16:05:56,I agree,21,,Male,White British,Bachelor's Degree,2020,Atheist,Straight,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"GCSE (or equiv), Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters)",Preferred physical to human geography,The study of the earth,Studies the eart,Yes,Not enough public awareness on the subject,Inability to learn about geology at a young age,Stigma relating to destruction of the environment,Most interesting subject around that is essential for modern lifestyles,SLTO need more work,,,,,,,,,,,,4,4,3,3,2,2,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,2,1,1,2,2,2,1,2,,"Geology, chemistry, maths",More options to study at GCSE and A level
3/16/2021 16:06:32,I agree,22,Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council,Female,British white,A Level,2017,,Bisexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,I like being outdoors and the way the earth changed and worked always fascinated me. I've always wanted to understand the earth more and why things happen. I have always been interested in tectonics and how the earth has developed and continents have shifted,"the study of the earth and other planets, how they've developed and why things happen (such as tsunamis, earthquakes etc.)","Help research groups to understand the planet and how it works. Or in a company setting, to give explanations into why land may be suitable or not for building works or other needs",No,"can be expensive - field trips, books, outdoor gear (hiking boots, weather appropriate clothing - overalls, waterproofs)","Male dominated setting - mainly male staff and students, can be intimidating especially on field courses where there is very few females and no female staff",Very few schools/colleges offer geology at GCSE or A level so its difficult to know whether you 100% want to study it at uni as you have no previous study in geology or what it entails,Rewarding career - hard work but worth it,"Male-dominated career - can be scary and hard to know if you're being employed because you are a valued member of the company or if you are just there to fill a quota.
Male-dominated generally - little to no female staff especially on field trips so if you have issues its sometimes difficult to go to male staff for help depending on the issue (may be sensitive)",,,,,,,,,,,,2,4,1,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,2,1,2,1,2,2,2,1,1,2,,"Geography, History, Physics",More awareness of the subject at schools
3/16/2021 16:12:28,I agree,22,south holland district counci,female,white british,masters,2022,none,heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters),"i had an interest in geography, but was not interested in human geography ",the study of the processes and the earth,look at the processes of the earth and it’s surface ,No,no access to the countryside to inspire an interest in it ,not having access to study it at gcse or a level ,,there are so many career directions it can lead to ,it’s just rocks ,,,,,,,,,,,,2,2,2,3,2,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,3,2,2,2,2,2,1,2,"ecology, organic geochemistry ","geography, biology, chemistry",
3/16/2021 16:15:22,I agree,41,Charnwood,Male,White,Msc,2006,None,Straight,Co-carer of child/ren under 18,Yes,No,,Yes,"A Level, Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters)","I always had a love of volcanoes, fossils, dinosaurs and how the earth was formed.  My sister (older) also did, she did A level geology (and subsequent undergrad & phd) and I think this inspired me as well.",Geology is the world beneath our feet (and on other planets).  Rocks.  groundwater. Fossils.  Ancient Life.,"This geologist assesses Engineering and groundwater contamination risks.  Others may explore for resources, or interpret fossils to understand ancient life.  Some may manage groundwater resources, others study volcanoes to understand them better.",Yes,Finances (summer field trips impact summer jobs potential),Perception (people may not know what to expect.  GCSE does not have opportunity to give a wide understanding),"exposure to geology (I've lived 'rural' most of my life.  I've been 'outdoorsy' most of my life.  The outside interests me.  I could imagine someone in a city, who doesn't 'get out' may never have their interest peaked by landscapes etc.","Community (I'm lifelong friends with a number of my BSc coursemates).  Variety (hard vs soft rock, fossils, groundwater, mining, engineering, risk assessment, etc)","people think its boring, not an interesting deep topic.  They assume you hit rocks with hammers (what wrong with that!!)",,,,,,,,,,,,2,2,2,2,1,1,2,1,1,1,2,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,1,1,"linked with engineering but Risk Assessment (such as slope failures, contaminant remediation, risk from landfill - Groundwater and gas)","Geology, chemistry, Physics",early engagement with a younger audience
3/16/2021 16:19:28,I agree,41,Cambridge City Council,Male,White other,PhD,2012,Not religious,Straight,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,"Study of the earth's composition, morphology, and development","Study the earth's history, composition of rocks, mineral/hydrocarbon deposits - depends on the job.",Lack of background in the subject,"Requirement to travel, cost of fieldwork",Fitness requirements of fieldwork,"Opportunities for fieldwork, working outdoors in geologically interesting (and often scenic) areas.","It is changing very slowly - difficult to justify urgency of studying geology. Quite a lot of rote learning and memorisation compared with, e.g., geophysics.",Yes,Was more interested in other subjects; introductory course taken at university was not particularly well taught.,,3,3,2,2,2,1,1,1,1,2,2,2,1,2,3,2,4,4,3,1,1,,"Physics, oceanography, computer science",
3/16/2021 16:40:35,I agree,21,,Female ,White British ,Bachelors degree,May 2020,Atheist ,Straight,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,The study of rocks and minerals through earths history,"Studies rocks and minerals, and processes that have occurred within them","Lack of understanding of the subject, which creates lack of interest",Lack of opportunity to hear from successful geologists and to see the vast extent of the subject,Not enough opportunities to get a feel for the subject prior to making gcse/a level/degree decisions,"I still don’t have a great understanding of the subject, however, the different minerals are so interesting to me, and the processes which rocks undergo/have undergone since the earth formed are just amazing. ","Can seem quite overwhelming with the amount of rock types/minerals, perhaps to some people it may seem boring too - I definitely thought the subject sounded quite dull before speaking to geology students at my university.",Yes,"At the time I didn’t know anything about it and wasn’t interested in knowing what the subject was about, in school I hardly even know geology was a subject.",,2,4,2,4,1,2,1,1,2,2,2,1,1,3,3,2,3,2,2,3,2,,"Biology, maths, psychology","Emphasising the massive range of opportunities that can come from geology, and the range of the subjects interests (ie not just looking at a rock in a lab)"
3/16/2021 16:50:29,I agree,28,Bristol City Council,cis-gender woman,White British and Irish,Masters,2016,no religion,het,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters), PhD",Interest in climate change and love of fieldwork,Understanding earths past present and future,Study the earth,No,"fieldwork (caring responsibilities, access to outdoors etc.)","perception (old boys club, exploitative)",expensive (lots of travel and kit),"Friendly community, friends of the earth, not pretentious","old bearded white men club, resource focused (oil and gas/mining), colonial history (and present)",,,,,,,,,,,,4,4,2,5,3,1,1,1,3,1,2,2,1,4,1,1,4,3,1,1,3,soil science,"Geography, design, maths",renaming it Earth Sciences
3/16/2021 17:05:15,I agree,28,Cornwall,Female,White british,MSci,2015,None,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters), PhD",An interest in physical geography at school,The study of Earth system processes and interactions,Too many things to list!,Yes,Perceived lack of employment options outside of oil/gas/mining or academia,Accessibility issues,,"It's such a hugely varied subject, I love that it covers everything from biology to physics to chemistry to ecology to climate change etc etc",Not regarded as relevant to so many job roles outside of energy sector/academia,,,,,,,,,,,,3,1,1,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,,"Geography, Biology, Chemistry",Make known the huge breadth of potential fields within geology - it's not just about rocks!
3/16/2021 17:07:14,I agree,20,Salisbury District council,Male,White,A level,2019,Christian,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,A study of Earth science,Studies various aspects of the Earth,Large-scale generalised modules,Lack of face to face teaching,Online exams,"I find mineral identification, structural geology and geochemistry fascinating",Number of coursemates,No,,No because I associated it too much with geography,3,4,2,3,1,1,3,2,1,2,2,5,1,4,2,1,4,2,2,1,2,,Physics,Integrate the maths module into the other modules after the 1st term
3/16/2021 17:12:40,I agree,25,,Female,White,Masters,2017,Catholic,Straight,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters), PhD",I liked the intersection of all sciences ,The study of the Earth,Studies processes operating on Earth,No,Cost of field gear,Lack of knowledge of possible career paths in geology ,,Chance to travel and learn more about the planet we live on,Not as respected by pure scientists,,,,,,,,,,,,2,1,2,3,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,2,2,2,1,1,Seismology,"Physics, Chemistry, Languages",Provide key field gear free of cost 
3/16/2021 17:14:42,I agree,26,East Hertfordshire district council,Female,White British,Masters,2018,Agnostic ,"Straight, demisexual",No,Yes,No,,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), A Level, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters)","A school assembly just before choosing A-level subjects. Geology and astronomy were presented as subjects available to study which were “new”, as they weren’t offered at GCSE level. I don’t remember what in particular inspired me, it just seemed cool and that was enough to sell me on it.","The study of the earth, it’s history, the processes that govern its present and future","Study the earth, it’s history and the process that govern it and use their knowledge to solve human problems. That includes climate change solutions, construction, water and waste  management, coastal management, resource extraction etc",No,"A lack of understanding of what geology is. It isn’t clearly delineated in the curriculum, people just think of rocks or oil.","Lack of availability. Geology is rarely offered at school level, people don’t know it’s an option",Lack of knowledge about career paths and how varied they can be,"Climate science, renewable energy, water sourcing and management, cool fieldwork (pretty minerals)","Oil and gas, mining, Rio tinto destroying cultural sites, old white men with hammers, fieldwork is exclusive (costs, ability etc)",,,,,,,,,,,,3,2,4,3,4,5,5,5,5,5,4,4,5,5,5,5,3,4,4,5,5,"Geochemistry, but I suppose that feeds into all the other areas","Geology, biology, chemistry","Start ‘em young. In “science” classes introduce the word. Geologists study the earth. Think volcanoes are cool? That’s geology, etc"
3/16/2021 17:32:01,I agree,23,,Female,White,Masters,2020,Atheist,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters)",Stumbled on a geology teacher at College Open Day - sold it to me with travel & genuine passion for the subject. Found it interesting at A-levels & wanted to contribute at university.,"Understanding of the world around us, primarily focusing on rocks. ","Look at rocks & rock-related data, carry out geological mapping, sampling, data analysis, modelling, reporting, stakeholder engagement - anything and everything within a relevant field of specialisation. ",No,"Cost - very expensive to buy waterproof notebooks, equipment, solid fieldwork gear - as a result not accessible to working-class (I was lucky enough to pull through by working & saving since turning 16)","Misconceptions - “lick rocks for a living”, association with “dirty” industries (e.g. coal mining - environmental disasters etc)",No easy career progression path following graduating. Jobs often hidden and not result advertised on common platforms - especially in niche fields of geology.,"- get to experience the outdoors
- travel to remote places
- exciting & varied type of work",- male-dominated & cliquey ,,,,,,,,,,,,3,2,3,3,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,3,1,1,3,1,2,1,1,,Geology,"Outreach in schools by the various employment industries (environmental, geotechnical, geochemical, mining, ESG / policy etc). Typically the jobs that come to mind are Oil & Gas and not within climate change / green technologies etc. Or, the approach in secondary schools / 6th form is purely “igneous, metamorphic & sedimentary rocks” rather than the applications and use in real life."
3/16/2021 18:00:19,I agree,21,,Female,White British,BSc,2017-2020,Christian ,Lesbian ,No,No,No,,Yes,"Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters)",Because I was interested in how the world formed and natural hazards ,"The study of the formation of the earth, including rock formation, plate tectonics etc ","Lots of things, teaching, industry, research etc ",Yes,Lack of alevel geology programmes,Ethnicity,Gender ,"I’ve been lucky enough to experience being surrounded by positive mentors, from all different walks of life. ",It’s male dominated ,,,,,,,,,,,,4,3,4,4,4,5,5,4,3,5,3,4,5,5,4,4,4,2,4,5,4,,"Geography, Maths and Biology ",Engagement with schools 
3/16/2021 18:01:08,I agree,23,Suffolk,Male,White,Masters,2020,None,Hetrosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters),Because I loved the science and learning about the physical world,The study of the whole earth system,Study the earth throughout deep time.,Yes,Lack of exposure at secondary school,Poor press/pr in the national media,Essentially no schools/colleges providing a level and GCSE geology. Only available at private schools in my experience,All metals and minerals used in the world comes from the earth and is vital to develop green energy,Exploitative industry and creates environment issues,,,,,,,,,,,,4,2,3,1,3,4,2,2,2,1,3,1,1,4,2,1,5,3,3,2,1,"Glaciology, planetary science","History, archaeology and physics",Improve access to geology courses
3/16/2021 18:02:40,I agree,61,East Renfrewshire,Male (he/him),Scottish,PhD,1986,Atheistic agnostic Christian,straight,No,Yes,Yes,Depresson and anxiety,Yes,"Bachelors degree, PhD","Liked rocks from childhood on coast. Did Cubs science badge, which got me in touch with geology lecturer who lived nearby etc etc",The science which looks at current and past events and processes operating on Earth and other solid Solar System bodies.,"Either looks at, or thinks about rocks.",Yes,"Lack of exposure to geology in school, or by knowing any geologists","Not being aware of rocks, minerals or fossils in your local environment",Feeling an outsider: lack of diversity among geologists if/when you do meet them.,I love almost everything to do with it.,"The role of big oil, coal and mining in lobbying to discredit good environmental science , and to enable them to damage environments and people.",,,,,,,,,,,,4,3,3,4,4,2,2,1,2,2,2,1,1,1,2,1,3,2,2,1,1,"Yes eg gemstones, crystals,","Chemistry, English, German","Better informal access  to rocks and opportunities to collect your own rocks, fossils and  minerals. Public access to temporary exposures should be an expectation of most planning permission, and it should be easy for schools and the public to access, and play with geo-materials in suitable places."
3/16/2021 18:11:26,I agree,22,Wiltshire,female,White british,Bachelors degree,2020,None,Straight,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"A Level, Bachelors degree",I enjoy learning about the earth we live on,The study of the earth and rocks and how it works,"Field work, lab work and research to find out more about the earth",Yes,Field work,Physical fitness,Lack of knowledge about it prior to uni/ a levels,You get to explore the world,Male dominated ,,,,,,,,,,,,5,4,3,4,5,5,5,5,5,5,4,5,5,3,5,5,3,4,5,5,5,,"Geology, geography, maths",Finding out about it earlier i.e. at GCSE
3/16/2021 18:22:09,I agree,20,Cornwall council,Male,Cornish,A-level,2019,none,heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,"because my area has a rich and diverse geology. My ancestral heritage is in the mining industry, with distant relatives in the US, Australia and south africa from the cornish diaspora after the collapse of tin mining. ","The study of rock forming processes to understand the earth's past, present and future. ",A geologist makes scientific conclusions after investigating geological phenomena. ,No,Personal background (Not from area of diverse Geology),personal finance (money for outdoor kit etc.),"Alien subject, if not learn't at GCSE level.",Ability to study and work outdoors.,It's historical links with the oil and gas industry,,,,,,,,,,,,4,2,2,2,2,1,1,1,4,1,2,2,2,2,2,1,3,3,2,1,2,Geochemistry ,"Chemistry, Geology and politics",Make young people aware of the subject from a young age like other sciences. 
3/16/2021 18:22:38,I agree,25,Ealing,Woman,Black African,BSc,2018,Muslim,Heterosexual,No,No,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,Study of what the earth is made of,I'm assuming research how the stuff the earth is made out of works,No option to explore it during secondary. I didn't even know the GCSE + a level subjects of it existed till I was in university. ,Clothes. Worried about not being able to participate in any field trips due to only wearing long skirts. Tended to be brought up as a safety issue even if it was just walking around a field it'd be assumed you need trousers. So would personally feel awkward even if it was technically okay.,Family would be against it. They wouldn't be sure what exactly I wanted to do with geology- and knowing absolutely zero people who studied it (till I went to uni!),Field trips! Volcanoes! Knowing what's under your feet. ,That it's difficult and that you have to be good at maths maybe,No,,Yes. It seems very interesting and would love to know more about this little planet we live on through it!,4,3,2,3,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,3,1,1,2,5,2,1,1,,"English, biology and geography",Geologists visiting schools 
3/16/2021 18:23:17,I agree,24,Wandsworth,Male,White British,Masters,September 2020,Christian,Bisexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters)",It was a choice on a whim when choosing first year natural science options. I had been told it would give me a good balance with more time demanding options I was also taking. I stayed studying it because of the initial course of lectures by Professor James Jackson - it was hook line and sinker!,Study of rocks and earth systems,"Study rocks, study fossils included in those rocks, look at the processes which may have caused those rocks to form or those fossils to appear in the rocks; via looking at mineralogy / hydrocarbon content of rocks for economic reasons",No,Social class,perceived lack of diversity,Lack of awareness of scope and scale of the subject,"Breadth of the subject and opportunities for pursuing many different lines of interest / specialism, travel and fieldwork (except for mapping), the people",Mapping,,,,,,,,,,,,4,4,3,5,4,2,3,5,5,1,3,4,5,3,4,5,1,2,3,4,2,"Mineralogy, Petrophysics","Geology, Biology, Music",Communicate that the subject is so much broader than the surface suggests - explain that it is both technical and applied (ie like how engineering is marketed)
3/16/2021 18:23:33,I agree,23,Sefton,Male,White,BSc,2020,none,Straight,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters)",Love of physical world and exploring/understanding t,the study of the world,studies the world and its systems on all scales,No,Lack of exposure,Image,Geography being badly taught at school and not distinguished from geology well enough.,"Most people dont seem to have a proper understanding of it, and think it is an arm of geography",Boring.,,,,,,,,,,,,4,4,2,1,1,2,1,1,1,1,3,1,1,5,1,1,4,1,1,1,1,Town planning,"Geology, Maths, Physics",Better exposure from young age
3/16/2021 19:01:13,I agree,37,Herefordshire,Female,White British,Masters x2,2007 & 2020,None,Straight,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters),"Enjoyed it at A-level, always fascinated by geology growing up, and it contained all the sciences","The study of earth's processes and rocks, ores and minerals created by those processes",Aids in the discovery of resources that have practical applications,Yes,High cost of tuition vs ROI with cyclical markets,"General lack of UK mining vs other countries I've lived in, limiting employment options","Lack of colleges teaching A-level geology, which limits exposure to subject",Science covering diverse interesting topics with corresponding diverse interesting careers,"Lack of gender diversity, instability due to cyclical economics, frequent travel and long hours",,,,,,,,,,,,4,2,1,1,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,3,1,2,4,1,1,1,Project management,"Geology, maths, physics",More taster weekends with university collaboration. More defined grad schemes. Better employment conditions
3/16/2021 19:04:36,I agree,23,Cheshire East,Female,White British,Masters,May 2020,Christian,Queer,No,No,No,,Yes,"Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters)","At A-level, I knew I enjoyed studying geography, the 3 major sciences and some parts of histoty. A degree in geology felt like the perfect combination of these. ",The study of the Earth (and other planets) as evidenced in rocks,Studies how the Earth works in a wide variety of ways. ,Yes,Fieldwork in an accessibly context. ,Fieldwork in a financial context. ,Gender imbalance and bias. ,A dynamic and exciting field of science full of new discoveries to be made. ,Predominately filled with white men who hike >10 miles a day and drink a lot. ,,,,,,,,,,,,4,4,3,3,2,2,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,2,2,1,3,2,2,1,2,"Chemistry/geochem, climate modelling, archaeology ","Geography, physics, art",Reaching out to students from schools where geology isn't taught (at gcse or a level) 
3/16/2021 19:31:01,I agree,32,West Berkshire,Female,White british,PhD,June 2021,None,Straight,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"Bachelors degree, PhD","Love the outdoors, science and stories through deep time",The study of Earth's history and how its systems work,Too many things to list!,Yes,"1) Not offered, or defined as a subject in its own right at school (e.g. A levels).","2) perception of being a dusty old subject, looking at boring rocks, populated with low diversity people (i.e. old white men)",3) (partly accurate) percption that any job that pays well is in oil and gas or mining,"GeolSoc seem to be going in the right direction for the future, e.g. addressing energy transition, geology to enhance our future","Is still a dusty old subject, with dusty old.people and dusty old views",,,,,,,,,,,,2,2,3,4,2,3,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,4,3,1,3,2,3,1,2,,"Biology, ",Highlight progressive and sustainable career paths that utilise geology
3/16/2021 19:34:38,I agree,45,Selby,Male,White,Masters,22 yrs ago,Protestant ,Straight,Co-carer of child/ren under 18,Yes,No,,Yes,Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters),Enjoyed jt,What goes on in the ground,Lots of things,No,Low salary ,Poor working environment ,Long hours,Varied,Poor financial rewards ,,,,,,,,,,,,5,1,2,1,1,1,3,1,3,3,4,1,1,5,3,1,5,5,5,1,5,,"Geology, Geography Biology",Higher salaries
3/16/2021 19:39:41,I agree,23,,Female,White,Masters,2020,Atheist,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters)",Stumbled on a geology teacher at College Open Day - sold it to me with travel & genuine passion for the subject. Found it interesting at A-levels & wanted to contribute at university.,"Understanding of the world around us, primarily focusing on rocks. ","Look at rocks & rock-related data, carry out geological mapping, sampling, data analysis, modelling, reporting, stakeholder engagement - anything and everything within a relevant field of specialisation. ",No,"Cost - very expensive to buy waterproof notebooks, equipment, solid fieldwork gear - as a result not accessible to working-class (I was lucky enough to pull through by working & saving since turning 16)","Misconceptions - “lick rocks for a living”, association with “dirty” industries (e.g. coal mining - environmental disasters etc)",No easy career progression path following graduating. Jobs often hidden and not result advertised on common platforms - especially in niche fields of geology.,"- get to experience the outdoors
- travel to remote places
- exciting & varied type of work",- male-dominated & cliquey ,,,,,,,,,,,,3,2,3,3,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,3,1,1,3,1,2,1,1,,Geology,"Outreach in schools by the various employment industries (environmental, geotechnical, geochemical, mining, ESG / policy etc). Typically the jobs that come to mind are Oil & Gas and not within climate change / green technologies etc. Or, the approach in secondary schools / 6th form is purely “igneous, metamorphic & sedimentary rocks” rather than the applications and use in real life."
3/16/2021 19:45:41,I agree,38,Wyre Forest,Female,White,PhD,2016,C of E,Straight,No,Yes,Yes,Dyslexia,Yes,"A Level, Bachelors degree, PhD",Interest in Earth Processes,Study of Earth Processes and Materials,This depends on the sector in which they work. ,Yes,"Lack of engagement with younger people, not enough exposure to the field leading to a Lack of understanding about the scientific nature of geology (compared with main sciences studied at school)","There is a lack of diversity within study groups, my degree cohort (early 2000’s) was broadly spilt 50/50 with regards to F/M, but very limited for minority students","Finances (field trips can be expensive if you don’t already own the proper equipment, clothing and shoes) resource to gain funding for these items are limited",Geologist skillsets are very wide and transferable. Practical problem solving is very highly developed and sought after,"I think Geology still feels very male dominated. Resulting jobs in the field can be very poorly paid, or have high impact on the environment.",,,,,,,,,,,,3,4,2,4,2,2,1,1,2,1,3,1,1,3,2,2,5,4,4,1,4,Mineralogy,"Geology, environmental Science (climate change), Transportation Economics","Education in primary schools, asking questions about the world around us"
3/16/2021 19:59:36,I agree,24,North Lanarkshire,Male,White,Masters,2019,None (technically Catholic),Gay,No,No,No,,Yes,PhD,"By accident, via Geography at uni. ",The study of the natural geological earth processes,Provide geological expertise,Yes,Financial,Ethical (geology associated with fossil fuels and climate change),Diversity (lack of in with STEM),Understand the Earth. Well placed to contribute to the NetZero challenge.,Legacy association with petroleum industry,,,,,,,,,,,,2,3,3,4,2,1,1,2,3,2,2,3,1,2,1,2,2,2,1,1,1,"GeoEnergy, (Geo)Chemistry","Geology, Sciences, Music ",Promote the place geology (or geologists/geoscientists) have in sustainable development. 
3/16/2021 20:12:55,I agree,20,Dorset,Female,White British,A-level,2018,none,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree",I love learning about the way the Earth works and how everything we know came to be. Collecting rocks and fossils is also pretty cool!,The science of the solid Earth and the processes that led to its formation,"What don't they do! Analyse samples, solve problems/puzzles, construction, field-work, lab-work, research and lecture. The list goes on!",Yes,Field work,Sterotypes (not strong enough/smart enough for the subject),Stigma and lack of understanding for the subject.  'It's just rocks',Ability to be independent and people are often respectful of each other. The ability to tailor what you study to what interests you.,"Not diverse, limited inclusivity, stereotypes",,,,,,,,,,,,3,4,1,2,2,3,2,1,1,1,2,2,1,1,1,1,2,2,3,1,2,Petrology,"English, Geology, Maths",Increase representation! You can't picture yourself as someone/in the role of someone you can't/have never seen.
3/16/2021 20:14:24,I agree,30,London,Female,Chinese,PhD,2010,Christian,Female,No,,No,,Yes,PhD,career,a study of rocks,find energy,Yes,misunderstanding of what a geologist does,,,Very high salary,people who do not want to travel,,,,,,,,,,,,5,5,1,1,2,3,3,1,1,2,2,4,2,1,2,2,1,3,2,3,2,IT AI,Languages Physics Chemistry,Honesty on sustainability
3/16/2021 20:20:25,I agree,23,Kent,Male,White,Masters,2019,Mormon,Gay,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree, Post Graduate Certificate, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters)",I found it very interesting,A predominantly observational science seeking to understand the world (and universe) in which we live. This is achieved by combining physics biology and chemistry. ,Has a lot of fun!,Yes,"I don't think there are barriers as such, I think it's poorly advertised in comparison to physics etc",,,People who understand the planet and can therefore save it!,"I don't honestly, I expect you would like people to put oil here, but being a geo-grad I understand most of the people who get jobs in this field are chemical engineers. ",,,,,,,,,,,,2,3,1,4,4,1,1,1,2,1,1,2,2,2,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,,"French, oceanography, palaeontology ","I think geology makes people think of Ross from Friends. Maybe change the name to Earth and Planetary Science, sounds 'sexier' "
3/16/2021 20:37:08,I agree,25,Cornwall,Male,Cornish,BSc ,2017,Methodist,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"GCSE (or equiv), AS Level (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters)",I think it's interesting (I'm a palaeontologist),It is the study of Earths history using rocks and fossils ,"Study rocks for a host of different reasons (mineral extraction, oil, climate change)",Yes,Location,Mental disabilities ,Colleges stopping A level geology programs ,Climate research and economic development,The media ,,,,,,,,,,,,4,5,5,5,5,5,5,5,5,5,5,5,5,5,5,5,4,5,5,5,5,"Archaeology, evolutionary biology, geobiology, astrobiology, heritage","Geology, biology, religious studies",More public outreach in schools
3/16/2021 21:31:03,I agree,19,Not sure but home is Woking,Female,White British,A Level,July 2020,None,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,The study of rocks and earth,Study rocks to learn more about how earth formed and where would be a good place to build things. Carry out scientific research and studies. Travel with work,Not sure what jobs there are,Not sure which companies to apply to,Not sure what exactly I’d be doing as a job,"Get to travel, be outside, rather than an office job.","Being away from home for long periods of time, rocks can be a bit boring",No,,"No, because I didn’t know much about it and hadn’t heard anyone talk about it",2,4,5,4,2,1,1,1,2,1,1,2,1,3,2,3,3,4,2,1,2,,"Physics, maths, earth sciences",Talks in schools from people who work in geology/ people who have done a degree in geology/ having it as a GCSE option 
3/16/2021 21:38:18,I agree,22,Cambridgeshire ,Female ,White,A-levels,2017,No religious ,Straight,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), A Level, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters)",Like understanding the natural world around me and on other planets. Liked physical geography at GCSE but not human geography so chose Geology A-level and loved it.,The study of physical processes which govern the natural physical landscape of a planet. ,Study the physical processes which effect the planets. ,No,-Accsess to geology courses before a degree level/not knowing you are studying geology as part of earlier courses.,Fieldwork requirement ,,Important to help mitigate against climate change ,“It’s just rocks”,,,,,,,,,,,,4,4,3,4,3,2,1,1,1,1,3,2,1,4,1,1,4,2,1,1,2,Geography ,"Maths, Astrophysics, Physical Geography ",Geology mentioned more in younger education so people understand they have studied it before having to choose a degree 
3/16/2021 21:50:41,I agree,36,Charnwood,Male,English-Norwegian,Masters,2010,None,Straight,Co-carer of child/ren under 18,Yes,No,,Yes,"Post Graduate Certificate, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters)",Opportunity to work outside & free travel,The study of rocks,"Depends what sort of geologist! Collect data on rocks, analyse data on rocks, share results of analysis with others",No,Perception of mining,Perception of O&G,Lack of places to study at GCSE & A level,Working outside,Environmental damage by extractives industrys,,,,,,,,,,,,2,4,3,3,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,3,3,1,3,2,2,1,1,No,"Geology, Physics, Chemistry","Drop university requirements, allow apprenticeships"
3/16/2021 22:17:28,I agree,23,,Female,White,Masters,2020,Atheist,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters)",Stumbled on a geology teacher at College Open Day - sold it to me with travel & genuine passion for the subject. Found it interesting at A-levels & wanted to contribute at university.,"Understanding of the world around us, primarily focusing on rocks. ","Look at rocks & rock-related data, carry out geological mapping, sampling, data analysis, modelling, reporting, stakeholder engagement - anything and everything within a relevant field of specialisation. ",No,"Cost - very expensive to buy waterproof notebooks, equipment, solid fieldwork gear - as a result not accessible to working-class (I was lucky enough to pull through by working & saving since turning 16)","Misconceptions - “lick rocks for a living”, association with “dirty” industries (e.g. coal mining - environmental disasters etc)",No easy career progression path following graduating. Jobs often hidden and not result advertised on common platforms - especially in niche fields of geology.,"- get to experience the outdoors
- travel to remote places
- exciting & varied type of work",- male-dominated & cliquey ,,,,,,,,,,,,3,2,3,3,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,3,1,1,3,1,2,1,1,,Geology,"Outreach in schools by the various employment industries (environmental, geotechnical, geochemical, mining, ESG / policy etc). Typically the jobs that come to mind are Oil & Gas and not within climate change / green technologies etc. Or, the approach in secondary schools / 6th form is purely “igneous, metamorphic & sedimentary rocks” rather than the applications and use in real life."
3/16/2021 22:24:49,I agree,37,Newcastle under Lyme,Male,White,PhD,2013,None,Straight,Co-carer of child/ren under 18,No,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,The study of anything below the surface of Earth,Geology,It is regarded as boring,Not broadly covered during primary and secondary education,"Although an extremely relevant discipline, it has very little media coverage",Employable and key for human and technological developement,"Rocks are not the most engaging part of natural sciences as geological time is very long. Idea of a geologis is of a very male, white, flannel shirt, hairy chest person.",Yes,"It was not taught in an engaging manner, it was mostly memorising rock formations",,3,3,2,5,5,2,3,3,5,3,2,4,5,1,3,5,1,1,2,5,3,"Mining (and miners), public works, housing, technology manufacturing","Geography, computing, languages",It should be covered as part of the national curriculum since primary school
3/16/2021 22:37:03,I agree,35,North Somerset,Female,White,MSc,2008,None,Straight,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,Interested in volcanoes,"Study of the earth, materials making it up and the processes that shaped it ",Lots!,Yes,It's not common at schools and I think a lot of people just don't know about it,,,Appreciate the earth as a system and the changes it goes through,"A bit elitist, and lots of people going to find fossil fuels",,,,,,,,,,,,4,3,4,3,3,5,5,5,5,5,4,5,5,4,4,4,3,4,5,5,4,Petrology,"Geology, geography, disaster management",Taster sessions for young people
3/16/2021 22:46:29,I agree,20,Cheshire East Council,Female,White British,A-Level,2018,No religion,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"A Level, Bachelors degree",I tenjoyed studying geography during my GCSEs and discovered a special interest in geology from there. I specifically chose the college I went to for the opportunity to study geology at A-Level. ,"Geology is the study of rocks and minerals, earth processes and the history of Earth and/or other planets ","A geologist researches rocks, minerals and earth processes, undertakes fieldwork, collects and analyses samples and so much more.",Yes,The lack of gateways into studying geology (at GCSE and A-Level) ,The perception that geology is boring ,"The lack of funding for geology/geoscience departments in schools, colleges and universities ",It is a fascinating subject ,I don’t have any however people have perceived me as boring for enjoying geology as a hobby as well as a subject ,,,,,,,,,,,,2,2,1,3,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,3,1,3,1,2,1,1,"Pedology, Hydrology, Physical geography, Geodesy, Chemistry","Physical oceanography, Geophysics, Geology",Hands-on sessions 
3/16/2021 23:10:45,I agree,43,South Ribble,Female,White,Masters,2000,Christian,Heterosexual ,Co-carer of child/ren under 18,Yes,No,,Yes,"A Level, Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters)","Did it at A level, I like rocks and maps ",Science of rocks,Science and fieldwork,Yes,No jobs looking at fossils,Not much on it at school because it crosses between geography and science,People do Geography or a more standard science (chemistry physics biology),You can apply what you learn to real life examples in the field,Lack of job opportunities,,,,,,,,,,,,4,2,4,3,4,5,5,5,4,4,4,4,5,4,4,4,3,5,5,5,5,,Maths,Acessability
3/16/2021 23:15:10,I agree,48,Havering,Male,Northern European ,Masters,1996,CofE,No,"Co-carer of adult(s) with disability, learning needs or health issues/elderly person/people",Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,Studies Rocks,"Whatever they want, they can use knowledge for environmental, historical, engineering applications, search for underground water, oil and gas.",Lack of awareness of geology as a subject,Lack of awareness of geologist jobs,Lack of geological role models,Fun to know about rocks and stuff,Boring knowing about rocks and stuff ,Yes,Didn’t come up on my computerized career advice.,,2,3,3,2,3,4,4,4,3,3,3,2,5,2,2,2,2,2,1,4,3,Geotechnical engineering ,Math Physics Dance,GCSE
3/16/2021 23:41:58,I agree,22,Herefordshire Council,Male,White British,A-Level,2017,Christian,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"A Level, Bachelors degree",It's interesting and engaging science,The study of the Earth,Study the Earth,Yes,Concern for limited career opportunities ,,,"Practical, engaging and fascinating science",Limited practical application,,,,,,,,,,,,3,2,4,4,4,3,1,2,2,2,2,1,1,4,3,3,4,4,4,2,1,,"Geology, English, Maths",
3/17/2021 1:26:08,I agree,32,Northants,Female,British,Bachelors,2020,None,,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,The study of the systems of the earth,Investigates those earth systems,Studying chemistry ,,,"It is important to learn about the earth, to see what has happened to it, and what might happen ",People think that memorizing minerals and periods of time is overwhelming and difficult.  ,Yes,The need to study chemistry ,,2,3,3,3,3,2,1,1,2,1,1,2,1,3,2,1,3,3,2,1,1,,"History, archaeology, maths",
3/17/2021 2:27:14,I agree,27,N/a,Female,White,Masters,,Christian ,Straight ,No,Yes,No,,Yes,PhD,"The fact it combines all sciences- Chem, phys and bio and maths! I liked elements of it that I came across in my undergrad and masters. The more I found out about it, the more I knew it was for me.. if only I found out about it earlier (in my teens?) ",Study of (mainly) our planet that uses a combination of physical and biological sciences to describe and understand the processes on Earth (and sometimes other planets). ,"Depends. In my opinion, an Earth Scientist does more varied things; whilst geologist is more traditionally known to do things to do with rocks/oil. 
A range of things from research in variety of fields including geophys, petrology, mineralogy, climate and paleontology to geo surveys, oil and gas exploration, jobs to do with environment and sustainability. Some jobs/research fieldwork, lab work or computer coding and models. ",Yes,Main one is the lack of understanding of school students about what this subject actually involves (not just rocks and/or oil),Lack of geology in UK school (especially sciences) curriculum ,"Lack of understanding what careers are available in geology and they potentially high wages,. ","Essential science, very interesting, inclusive and friendly ","Often think of themselves as better than those in other departments studying similar things, for example archaeology or geography",,,,,,,,,,,,3,2,1,3,3,2,3,2,1,3,2,1,1,2,3,1,2,1,2,1,3,,"Chemistry, Maths ",Educate A-level students about it and what it involves. 
3/17/2021 6:55:05,I agree,54,Northumberland County Council,Male,White Scottish,PhD,1993,Nine,Gay,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,"I loved mineralogy (and was good at it even though colour blind), adored palaeontology and did very well subject.",The study of the earth.,Studies the structure and the substance of the earth.,No,"For me, and this may be very niche, there was a bucket load of maths involved and, as an early undergrad, it left me cold and disinterested.",The image it projects of being a bit dull.,,"It’s a wondrous subject, the drama of the earth and how it’s been formed and is still changing.","None, personally.",,,,,,,,,,,,2,2,1,4,3,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,Immunology - my final year undergrad project yielded this https://www.researchgate.net/publication/203931763_Immunological_investigations_of_relationships_within_the_terebratulid_Brachiopods and this https://www.researchgate.net/publication/203931853_Immunological_responses_from_brachiopod_skeletal_macromolecules_a_new_technique_for_assessing_taxonomic_relationships_using_shells,Languages as you’re likely going to need to travel for field work.,Separate the heavy maths based parts out as options not mandatory.
3/17/2021 7:22:53,I agree,18,Bath and North East Somerset Council,cisgender male,not necessary for you,gsce,2020,Wicken,very easily aroused ,Other caring responsibilities,Yes,No,,Yes,GCSE (or equiv),nick zentner central washington university inspired me,Geo-earth ology-study of,Wave their arms at rock faces,Yes,money,,,the best scientists ,"pillaging the earth with oil, coal",,,,,,,,,,,,3,2,3,4,3,3,5,4,1,5,4,1,1,2,2,3,1,2,5,1,2,fossil hunt,"women studies, journalism , anatomy ",watch nick zentner on youtube be like nick
3/17/2021 7:37:44,I agree,28,Kent,Female,White British,Masters,2016,,,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree","Really interesting subject, family ties with the subject, complemented Geography well.",Study of earth in a variety of forms - not just rocks!,Various - from plate tectonics to fossils to lithostratigraphy to environmental geology to geo-engineering etc. The list is endless!,Yes,Schools stopping teaching the subject at GCSE and A Level due to limited numbers and lack of qualified teachers,Perception of the subject,The need for science qualifications too for degree level study,Hugely varied and interesting subject. Opens up a greater understanding of the world,It's all about rocks...,,,,,,,,,,,,4,3,5,3,2,2,1,1,1,1,3,1,1,2,1,1,3,3,2,1,2,,"Geography, Geology, Textiles",Broadening knowledge of what the subject actually entails.
3/17/2021 7:47:49,I agree,60,Bangor Gwynedd ,Male,White British,A levels,2018,Atheist ,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,No,,Yes,AS Level (or equiv),Interest in the world surrounding me and how it was formed,The study of rocks and the processes that make them,Studies geological systems,Yes,Im currently studying marine biology which consumes my study budget,,,I think its fascinating to understand the processes that formed the planet we live on and our near neighbours,Maths and stats. Not my favourite. ,,,,,,,,,,,,2,3,1,3,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,3,1,3,1,1,3,2,2,1,2,Archeology,"Marine Biology, Freshwater Biology, Paleontology","Enthusiastic, passionate lecturers"
3/17/2021 9:01:12,I agree,18,Worcestershire County Council,Female,White British,A-Level,2020,Atheist,Bisexual,"Co-carer of child/ren under 18, Co-carer of adult(s) with disability, learning needs or health issues/elderly person/people, Informal carer",Yes,Yes,"Coeliac Disease, chronic joint paint",Yes,Bachelors degree,Always been of interest to me,"Study of the Earth, its geological processes and the materials it is composed of",studies the composition of the Earth and its natural resources,No,Lack of GCSE/A-Level courses in geology or similar subjects,It is not a particularly well known field of study amongst younger peoples,,Paleontology. The complexity of the subject makes it much more interesting than other fields of study. ,Mining and prospecting for resources. Fossil fuel extraction.,,,,,,,,,,,,4,4,3,3,2,3,1,1,3,1,3,1,1,4,2,2,5,2,3,1,4,,"Geology, physical geography, physics",A change in reputation for the subject.
3/17/2021 9:02:12,I agree,21,Tameside,Female,White British,Bachelors Degree,2020,None,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,I was interested in learning more about the planet we live on.,Study of the solid Earth,"A variety of things depending on the job and the field they work in: mapping, logging, modelling, laboratory work.",Yes,Lack of introduction to the subject in GCSEs/A-Levels,,,Field Work,None,,,,,,,,,,,,1,3,2,3,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,2,2,1,1,1,,"Geography, Chemistry and Physics",Teaching in schools that geology comprises of more than “just rocks” and showing them the different branches of geology
3/17/2021 9:06:14,I agree,57,Cardiff ,Female,Uk,BSc,1984,C of E,Straight,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"GCSE (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree","It’s the only science that ever appealed to me. Less maths than many, and no cutting up squidgy live things. It’s also such a broad subject that there’s something in it for everyone. ","Geology in its simplest form is the study of the Earth and its history, from its soil/rock surface downwards, including Earth processes, and previous life forms. Can be extended to include other planets, or geomorphology, etc. ","A geologist works on, surveys, maps, or studies the Earth (from soil level downwards), its processes, its history, rocks, minerals, fossils. ",Yes,Too much unnecessary health and safety,Lack of background schooling in the correct subjects,Extreme disability ,Geology is such a wide subject that there is something in it for everyone. It can appeal to the public you have to deal with. It underpins everything else that happens on the Earth so one can always find a way of relating to it. Generally I have found many other geologists to be welcoming and friendly - there are exceptions! ,"The way it is taught is moving away from the base subject into fancy applied and technical areas so that new students are not grounded in stratigraphy, petrology, palaeontology, structures, local geology etc. ",,,,,,,,,,,,3,4,4,5,4,3,2,3,2,3,3,1,1,4,3,3,5,5,5,1,3,"Stratigraphy, Petrology, Mineralogy, geoconservation, historical geology. ","Geology, zoology, archaeology ",More geology taught in schools but taken back to the basics with plentiful fieldwork (can be local) or at least specimen handling. 
3/17/2021 9:31:13,I agree,25,Croydon,Female,White ,Masters,Nov 2019,None,Bisexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,I enjoyed Geography at A Level and wanted to also study palaeontology,The study of earth history through rock formations,Studies natural phenomenons related to the physical structure of the planet ,Yes,The physical requirements,Lack of GCSE/A-Level courses,The cost of fieldwork,It's a great way to explore the outside,A lot of old white men in museums,,,,,,,,,,,,3,4,4,4,4,3,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,3,3,3,3,3,3,1,2,,"Palaeobiology, Geography, Music",
3/17/2021 9:31:44,I agree,25,Nottingham City Council,Male,White British,Masters,2018,No religion,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), A Level, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters), PhD","Childhood interest in outdoors and ""dirt"" as my parents would say. Enjoyed the physical geography part of geography GCSE, so took geology for A-Level, had a really passionate Geology A-Level teacher that was really encouraging and placed belief in me. Went on to study at university  and so on...","THE ULTIMATE interdisciplinary science! (Study of solid earth and how it affects everything). In my opinion, we should move towards calling it Earth Science or Geoscience in universities, as this term is more inclusive of the range of geoscience topics covered in an undergraduate degree. Will discuss more later ...","Geologists study the materials, processes, products, physical nature, and history of the Earth, and how it impacts life and humans.",Yes,Perceived to be a white old men culture ,"Often very field based, so people with disabilities might be put off",,As eluded to - IMO its the ultimate interdisciplinary science ,"I think its often thought of as an antiquated science associated with fossil fuels and mining etc, ",,,,,,,,,,,,3,3,3,3,4,5,5,5,5,5,5,5,5,4,4,5,4,4,5,5,5,Contaminated Land ,"Geoscience, Music, Planetary Science","I think moving away from the hard rock geology themes, dont get me wrong it important to know and understand the foundation concepts, but I think giving undergraduates more exposure to disciplines like geoenvironmental, sustainability, renewable energies, planetary geology, GIS computational methods, programming etc would really help change perceptions. not to mention help prepare them for a greater range of employment of further study"
3/17/2021 9:41:52,I agree,21,Durham county ,Female,White British,A-level,2019,Agnostic,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,The study of rocks,Study the structure of the earth through rocks,Niche when studying ,Not much low level study of geology (GCSE),,Understood why a landscape looked as if it did,Concept of time was difficult to understand,No,,"Maybe, if I knew what it involved ",4,3,3,2,2,1,1,1,1,2,2,1,2,4,3,3,3,2,3,1,3,,"Geography, Resistant materials, Science (general)",More widely access able at a range of ages
3/17/2021 9:52:07,I agree,20,,Female,White,A Level,2018,Christian,Other,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree",Because I think it's a really important subject to understand how the world works and how we can extract important minerals and metals to support our society.,"The study of the Earth, also applies to other planets, where we can learn what processes go on and how rocks formed.",Interpret the rocks around them and aid engineering projects and scientific studies to better our understanding of the Earth.,Yes,Under-represented/not advertised enough,COVID decreasing my degree quality,NA,A basic understanding of geology avoids expensive errors in civil or mining engineering and can help environmental sustainability.,"""So do you just lick rocks""",,,,,,,,,,,,4,3,4,4,4,4,4,5,5,5,4,5,5,4,3,5,4,5,5,5,4,,"Mining, geology, art",Better representation in schools
3/17/2021 9:53:52,I agree,17,Not sure,Female,"White, british",GCSEs,June/July 2020,Atheist ,Straight ,"Co-carer of adult(s) with disability, learning needs or health issues/elderly person/people",No,No,,Yes,A Level,Because I find it an interesting subject and I wish to be a seismologist ,The study of the Mineral and compositional makeup of the earth ,"A geology study’s and discovers substances such as minerals, oils , rocks, and their histories ",Yes,The current pandemic prevents us from doing field work ,,,Has revealed to me just how intricate the earth is ,Don’t have any,,,,,,,,,,,,3,4,5,2,3,2,2,2,1,2,2,1,1,4,2,2,4,2,2,1,1,Mineralogy ,"Art, geology, applied science ",To improve the access to field work 
3/17/2021 10:20:18,I agree,20,Derby city,Female ,British Asian ,A level,2019,Muslim,Heterosexual ,No,No,No,,Yes,A Level,"When I was younger, I loved palaeontology. Even though I knew I wouldn't take geology at university, I saw a levels as an opportunity to do something different and would enjoy. ",Earth science,"There are lots of different types of geologists but essentially they use their knowledge of rocks, and rock formation to discover and utilise resources. ",Yes,Expenses for field trips ,Accessibility for disabled students ,,It's a very varied field with lots of career opportunities ,"Some people think that geology is ""just rocks"" ",,,,,,,,,,,,3,4,3,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,3,2,1,2,2,2,1,1,,"Religious studies, art, chemistry",
3/17/2021 10:23:11,I agree,19,,Male,White ,A Level,2019,None,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"GCSE (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree",An interest in palentology from my youth evolved into an appreciation of the Earth and the associated physical processes that shape the planet.,The study and exploration of the Earth as a system ,Uses all the evidence present to understand the past and identify regions of Environmental and Economic importance ,Yes,The nessecary Scientific/Academic background ,International scope of the field may be intimidating ,Perceived notions of exploration being highly destructive and ethically biased,Learns from the past to understand the present," When appropriate safety measures are not taken, often more harm is done than good.",,,,,,,,,,,,3,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,2,1,3,4,1,1,1,,"Chemistry, Geography, English ",
3/17/2021 10:35:58,I agree,23,West Suffolk Council,Female,White British,Master of Science,2019,None,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"A Level, Bachelors degree","Enjoyed the basic geology modules in GCSE geography, then took a wild card A level geology and fell in love with it!",The study of the earth processes,Too much to list! Anything from research into mineral and oil extraction to engineering of infrastructure projects,Yes,Not knowing what it actually is / entails,Believing it’s only about oil exploration,,"Geology is the fundamental science to everything we know in the world, it’s required in every asked of life, it’s fascinating and fun, and provides opportunities into countless industries","It can be difficult, and not an exact science, lots of it is open to interpretation ",,,,,,,,,,,,3,2,3,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,,"Chemistry, Environmental science, physics","Introduce more A level geology in sixth forms, educate children at a younger age what geology is (starting at primary!) prevent the myths of ‘it’s only oil and mining’!"
3/17/2021 10:42:57,I agree,23,Plymouth City Council,Female,White British,MGeol,2019,Athiest,Asexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters)","I enjoyed Geography at school, but preferred the physical geography aspect, when researching degrees for university, i glanced at the earth science/ geology degrees I found that they were the most aligned with what i wanted to do ","the science of the physical earth, its structure, processes and history","study rocks, fossils or, processes of the earth to help us understand its past, present and furute ",Yes,"Financial ability to be able to pay for all the equipment, and gear required to undertake fieldwork","Its a very physical degree, to be able to obtain an accredited degree, fieldwork has to be undertaken, someone with a disability, mental or physical will be at a disadvantage because of it. ","lack of representation in secondary education, over the years many schools have scrapped the A-level, so public awareness of it is lower","its extremely broad with many different specialties, it has an effect on everything",its very white and male dominated science,,,,,,,,,,,,2,3,4,5,2,2,1,1,2,1,3,1,1,2,1,1,4,1,3,1,3,"solar system evolution, geochemistry","Maths, Physics, Geogrpahy",Improve accessibility of the subject especially to those who are financially blocked out or have a disability that will put them at a disadvantage 
3/17/2021 11:09:11,I agree,23,,Male,White British,Masters,2019,None,Straight ,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters)",My uncle is a geologist and he introduced me to geology. Thought that it was different and interesting to other subjects and offered good career options.,"The study of the Earth. From my perspective as an exploration geology, it is important to understand how the earth has evolved in order to predict and target certain resources.","Study and analyse the Earth at surface level and subsurface level to help make educated decisions on where a resource is, where a building can be placed, and how to predict future changes to the Earth.",Yes,Poor public perception of geology due to the oil & gas industry’s involvement in increasing atmospheric CO2 levels.,"The idea that with the green movementz, we won’t need geologists anymore because we will only use renewable resources.","Scientists, in particular, geoscientists, have a generally poor ability to communicate effectively to the public and other industries.","Everything that we have in today’s world, would not be possible without geology. Mobile Phones, automobiles, homes, roads, etc. are all built by using materials that would have been located by a geologist and powered by energy that was probably also located and found within the Earth by a geologist.",Very difficult to get a top geology job. I wish that geology had a better public image as it is such an interesting subject.,,,,,,,,,,,,1,3,3,2,2,1,1,1,1,2,2,2,1,1,1,1,3,4,1,1,1,Infrastructure,"Geology, maths, chemistry ",More awareness at a younger age in school about geology. Only becomes an optional subject at A-Levels and is barely taught in GCSE. Most people that I meet do not know what geology is.
3/17/2021 11:22:02,I agree,22,No,Feminine ,European ,Bachelors degree,2019,Agnostic ,Pansexual ,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"GCSE (or equiv), AS Level (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree","It was part of the mandatory course load until the 12th grade. I was passionate about it during high school, so I took geology courses throughout my bachelors as well (and at some point changed my major to earth sciences). ","The study of the Earth (materials, structure, processes, and their interactions to various factors). ","They sudy the elements the Earth and other terrestrial planets are made of (on various scales), as well as the processes that shape them.",Yes,Health (fit enough to do field work... Or even to work in a laboratory) ,"Money (the ability to get the equipment needed, go on field trips even when not everything is covered by funding, be able to afford higher education, like a postgraduate course or further education, attending conferences) ","Information (general perception, or lack thereof, about Geologists and where geology is ranked in the STEM hierarchy makes people reluctant to choose this path) ","It is a multidisciplinary field, with usually great people to work with ",Not everyone that wants (or is even capable to do it) will pursue it. ,,,,,,,,,,,,2,3,3,2,2,2,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,2,3,2,3,2,2,1,2,,"In high school: Geography and Geology, Astrophysics, Linguistics ",
3/17/2021 11:40:24,I agree,30,Stratford-upon-Avon,Female,White British,PG Dip (taught),2020,NA,Lesbian,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,Study of rocks,"I work as a geologist I log on shore rock core and design building foundations and piles, but geologist can do many things from exploration minerals to environmental geology etc ","Costs - course, fieldwork, expected voluntary work experience lack of BSc employment opportunities.",Perceptions - of geologists and who a geologist can be/ what one does.,Lack of opportunity to study and learn early concepts during school education.,I love my job and career as geologist.,"It's exclusive, you need degrees in it, it involves fieldwork to unsafe places, it's dusty, dirty.",No,,"Yes, 100% I almost couldn't even study geography at school as wasn't offered by my catchment school and couldn't afford transport to another. Mum used EMA provided at time to pay fuel costs for me to get to college that did. No geology courses offered. Wasn't aware of subject until post graduation.",4,3,2,2,2,2,1,1,4,1,2,2,1,2,2,1,1,4,1,2,1,No,"Geography, Maths, Art.",Better access to it in schools and teacher awareness/skill set. And promotions of successful career opportunities.
3/17/2021 12:07:58,I agree,16,East Sussex County Council,male,white,GCSEs,July 2020,Atheist,heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,A Level,Interest in Earth Sciences,"The study of the history, composition and change over time of the Earth, or in some cases other celestial bodies like asteroids or planets",Studies the various factors associated with the aforementioned definition of geology,Yes,required knowledge,lack of interest among many people,,Interesting and enjoyable,Can take quite a while to fully remember certain topics,,,,,,,,,,,,3,2,4,5,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,5,1,1,5,2,2,1,2,,"Biology, geology, film studies",focus more on outreach to attract more people
3/17/2021 12:13:23,I agree,22,Gloucestershire,Male,White British ,BA - Natural Sciences (Earth Sciences),2020,No religion ,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,Yes,"Dyslexia, as such this survey, involving mainly types answers is not very accessible to me ",Yes,"GCSE (or equiv), Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters)",I liked the field trips ,"The study of rocks, their formation and subsequent movement and erosion ",Study rocks or processes tightly linked to the rocks,Yes,Jargon ,,, , ,,,,,,,,,,,,4,2,2,4,2,4,2,1,1,1,4,1,1,4,3,1,4,1,5,1,2,Sedimentology,"Maths, politics, Earth","I don't really know. This is a poorly constructed survey, and many of the questions are too leading, maybe consult with some psychologists or statisticians to make a better survey. "
3/17/2021 12:37:51,I agree,31,Bangor Gwynedd?,Female,White,Integrated masters (current PhD student),2014,None,Straight,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters), PhD",Because it covers all the different sciences so I didn’t have to choose just one. I liked geography but only the physical geography side so I felt I would be doing more science that if I’d just gone with geography.,Using rocks and outcrops to understand how the earth got to be in the configuration it is.,Explore for natural resources that we can use as energy sources and components to make objects we “need”. Study the rock record to understand how the planet has changed over time to help us prepare for future changes. ,No,The fieldwork. I like the outdoors but only for pleasure and relaxation. Some people are not field geologists and forcing those who aren’t or can’t to take part in forced field work should be a criminal offence. I felt trapped and considered quitting my degree during the compulsory dissertation fieldwork. I felt like I was being made to do enforced unpaid labour. A prisoner. A slave. I had to take an extra year to do my degree because I injured my knee when I was supposed to be doing my fieldwork. It felt incredibly unfair that my friends in other subjects could graduate but I couldn’t because I was being forced to take an extra year to do the fieldwork even though I hated it and had no plans to ever use those fieldwork skills in a career. My life was on hold because some old white man at some point in time thought everyone who wants to the study the science of the earth has to be an outdoors person. ,No clear pathway for a career afterwards. After my integrated masters I was looking for jobs and all I saw was mining and oil. Or less well paid environment scientist roles. I love the planet and partly choose geology for that reason. I couldn’t see a profitable career that aligned with my values. I couldn’t comprehend how the people on my course were actually wanting to go in to mining and oil/gas when we had all shared the same learning experience. I just felt like I didn’t fit in. I do know better now and understand we need geologists for a sustainable future but those routes were not very clear to me when I was looking.,"The stereotype that a geologist is a certain type of person who loves the outdoors. People need to know that geologists do all sorts of roles in all types of environments (office, lab, field).",Helping to make human life on Earth more sustainable.,Exploitation of resources. Profit before all else (e.g. Rio tintio aboriginal site destruction),,,,,,,,,,,,1,1,3,4,2,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,3,1,1,4,3,1,1,1,Climate science ,"Biology, Geography, Art, Maths",Scrap compulsory field work.
3/17/2021 13:16:24,I agree,26,Edinburgh,Female,White,PhD,2019,Roman Catholic,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,"Interest in nature, surrounding landscape, connection with the environment",Study of the landscape/environment,Studies the landscape/environment in a chemical/physical and biological sense,Yes,Money - fieldwork/equipment/gear costs ,"Social and/or racial background - often the field can be perceived as dominantly white, middle class",Disability ,Appreciation for natural environment ,Oil/gas/mining - exploitation of less developed countries for resources,,,,,,,,,,,,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,,N/A,Increased awareness of the subject 
3/17/2021 13:22:21,I agree,19,Wirral council,Nonbinary trans man,White British,A-level,2019,Agnostic,Gay,No,Yes,Yes,"Autism, joint issues/early onset arthritis ",Yes,"GCSE (or equiv), Bachelors degree","I honestly couldn't say for sure. I always liked geography, and my geography teacher running geology gcse as an extracurricular in year 12 was really my first proper taste of the subject. I guess since then my brain just decided geology was for me. I just think it's a fascinating subject with so much applicability to the real world. ","Geology is the study of the earth and its mechanisms. It combines chemistry, biology, physics and geography into one coherent discipline that we use to understand the formation, evolution, and future of the earth and the life on it. ","A geologist does a lot of things! No two geologists are the same. To generalise, though, I think a geologist is a storyteller; a creative individual who knows how to interpret landscapes and rocks to produce a story, whether that be of the formation of an individual mineral, a soil sample, cliff face, or an entire ancient ecosystem. ",Yes,Availability of geology teaching/teachers in schools,"The stereotype of an able-bodied, rugged, cisgender white man as your typical ""geologist""",Class - poorer people don't have the funds to go into the countryside and do fieldwork,"Combination of all main sciences into one discipline but simultaneously unique and unlike any other subject, of great importance to earth health (combating climate change), exclusive club for all the people who are way cooler than any physical geographer 😏 (this ones kind of a joke)","Dark legacy of colonialism and exploitation, unwelcoming/hostile to non-white/disabled/LGBT people, the idea that geologists only go into oil/hydrocarbons",,,,,,,,,,,,2,2,4,2,3,1,1,2,2,1,2,1,1,1,1,1,2,2,1,1,2,"Chemistry/geochemistry, petrology","Geology, geology, geology? (joke. maybe geology, art, english literature?)",More geology classes/teachers in schools! More GCSE and A-level courses at more generalised or disadvantaged schools!
3/17/2021 13:27:25,I agree,17,,Male,White,AS level ,June 2020,Agnostic ,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), A Level","I wanted to find out more about the processes which form rocks, and was also looking for a better alternative to geography, as I never enjoyed the human side of geography.","Study of the Earth, and it’s processes, as well as the rocks within it.","Study rocks, study areas of land, analyse samples, do field surveys, etc... ",Yes,You need to be good at analysis ,Sometimes a lot of picturing and perception of landscape is essential ,A lot of info needs to be remembered ,Allows me to flex on my family when we’re in the countryside and they don’t know what a certain rock is/sometimes helpful in crosswords ,"Can be very boring at times e.g. learning every mode of life of every fossil, memorising the igneous classification table etc...",,,,,,,,,,,,2,3,4,4,2,1,2,1,2,2,2,1,1,4,3,2,4,5,2,1,2,,"Psychology, French and Music ","It is what it is, it’s just that not many people find the idea of geology interesting, no matter how you advertise it. "
3/17/2021 13:31:10,I agree,27,Norfolk County Council,Transgender,Mixed-Asian,PhD,2020,Buddist,Complicated,Informal carer,Yes,Prefer not to say,,Yes,PhD,I visited the beaches and wondered how the cliffs formed. ,Geology is the study of the rocks and physical processes on earth and other planetary bodies.,"Geologists study how the earth and other planetary bodies form, unravel their histories and prospect their resources. ",No,Financial ,Perceptions (climate change etc),Unsecure work,Positive impact on society. Outdoors and fun,"Bad for the environment (oil, gas and mining)",,,,,,,,,,,,2,2,2,3,3,3,4,3,5,3,1,3,5,1,2,5,1,2,2,5,4,History,"Spanish, space and sports",Greater career pathway training. Better integration of societies (GSL etc) into education. 
3/17/2021 13:42:35,I agree,19,Essex County Council,Female,White British,A-Level,2019,Atheist,,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,"To learn more about the Earth and the processes that take place on it, and to do a stable degree which opens up to a variety of job prospects","An interdisciplinary science which studies the Earth and its materials and process, and how it has changed over time ",A bit of everything ,No,Lack of awareness ,Lack of teaching in secondary schools ,Misconceptions (I.e. it is “just about rocks”),It is a huge discipline which studies a large variety of aspects of Earth and beyond. It teaches you to be interpretive as well as knowledgeable and opens your mind up to how complex our planet really is.  ,The geosciences have been known to result in environmental damage (e.g. oil and has industries),,,,,,,,,,,,4,4,2,2,2,2,2,1,1,1,1,2,1,4,2,1,3,2,1,1,1,"Geochemistry, historical geoscience, soil science, physical geography, mineralogy ","Including geology, history & language. Excl., physics also",Promote it more in schools 
3/17/2021 14:02:36,I agree,23,Cambridge ,Female,Mixed white-SE Asian ,Bachelors Degree,July 2020 ,no religion,Straight,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,Study of Rocks ,"geologist isn't a job it's a scientific field, there are many jobs within geology ",Financial cost of higher education,lack of Cultural capital ,,seems like fun ,lots of 'Old white men' TM,No,,No because I know what i wanted to do ,3,4,2,4,4,1,1,1,2,2,3,3,1,4,4,4,4,4,4,2,3,"Geochemistry, mineralogy, petrology ","Biology, psychology, statistics  ",outreach to schools about what it is. 
3/17/2021 14:19:58,I agree,18,East Sussex County Council,Female,British White,GCSEs,2019,Agnostic,Bisexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,A Level,interest in volcanology,The study of earth and its rocks,ensure that the history of earth is understood - that resources are used sustainably ,No,limited places offering the subject at gcse or alevel,,,n/a,can be a difficult subject to access ,,,,,,,,,,,,2,3,4,5,3,1,1,1,2,1,1,1,1,3,2,2,3,4,3,2,2,,"Geology, geography, politics ",increased access to the subjects in schools and colleges 
3/17/2021 14:55:57,I agree,66,NW Leicestershire,Male,White English,PhD,1983,Christian,Conventional,Other caring responsibilities,Yes,No,,Yes,PhD,Loved the subject; palaeontology was a brilliant hobby,"The study of the earth, and associated interactions with hydrosphere, atmosphere, biosphere and space",Study or work with aspects of the earth and associated interactions,Yes,Lack of knowledge of the subject before university,Confusion with geography and environmtal science,Poor pay,Fascinating subject; helps find resources,None,,,,,,,,,,,,4,3,2,2,3,2,3,1,1,2,2,1,1,3,3,2,2,3,2,1,2,"Biodiversity, geodiversity","Geology, computing, natural sciences",Taster weeks at university before choosing courses
3/17/2021 15:11:38,I agree,58,,Male,White British,PhD,1989,Christian,Heterosexual,"Primary carer of adult(s) with disability, learning needs or health issues/elderly person/people",Yes,No,,Yes,"Bachelors degree, PhD",Interests in the physical landscape.,"The study of the composition, structure and history of Planet Earth","Studies rocks, minerals and fossils, earth history, geochemistry, geophysics, volcanology, natural hazards and natural resources.",Yes,Lack of teaching/awareness at school level.,Lack of public awareness; not a mainstream subject,Fieldwork is not for everyone.,Covers a broad range of topics and skills that appeal to different interests and aptitudes. Hands-on practical subject. Provides opportunities to to see the World.,None,,,,,,,,,,,,2,2,1,1,2,2,2,1,1,1,2,1,1,2,1,1,3,2,1,1,2,,"Geology, Physical Geography, Computing",Increase coverage at primary and secondary school.
3/17/2021 15:30:09,I agree,29,"Mumbai, India",Male,Roman catholic,Masters,2015,Christan,Straight,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters),It interested me,Study of the Earth,Understands the Earth,Yes,Gender,Family,Opportunity,Field work,Working hours,,,,,,,,,,,,3,4,3,5,1,2,1,1,1,2,2,2,1,5,4,4,5,3,4,2,2,,"Biology, Geology, Physics",
3/17/2021 15:46:52,I agree,27,Rushcliffe,Male,White,MSc,2017,None,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters), PhD",Interest in how the world around me works. Interest in how landscape has changed over time. Also developed an interest in the connection with human/environmental health with underlying geology/ ,"The physical study of the Earth, mechanisms and systems that alter it, history of earth.","Investigating the structure and history of the Earth, through mapping etc. Specialist roles e.g. Geohazards, exploratory",Yes,Exposure to Geology from a young age (not typically taught in primary/secondary schools),Lack of main media coverage - not kept in public eye,,"Interesting, challenging, rewarding. It is key to understand the history of the planet in order to predict the future of the planet",Career options can be limited,,,,,,,,,,,,2,2,2,3,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,3,2,1,2,1,2,1,1,"Medical Geology, Geochemistry","Geology, Environmental Science, Sociology","Greater exposure to the subject from a young age, as many do not know of the career options associated,  or have the exposure to develop an interest in geology."
3/17/2021 16:26:57,I agree,26,Dudley Council,Female,White British,MSc,2018,None,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters),"I loved geography at secondary school, and geology was an A - Level option at my chosen Sixth Form College (geology was also available at the other local Sixth Form College, so I also had a wider circle of friends / acquaintances studying) which I picked as my fourth option. I really enjoyed this so went on to study Geophysics at undergraduate level.","Simplistically the study of rocks / materials and the processes that form them. I think the term Earth Scientist is better and encompasses the wider range or topics studied and roles taken by those affiliated with 'geology' (e.g. mining engineer, planetology, environmental science, hydrogeology, contaminated land, engineering geology, geotechnical engineering etc..) t","As above - I think the term Earth Scientist is better and encompasses the wider range or topics studied and roles taken by those affiliated with 'geology' (e.g. mining engineer, planetology, environmental science, hydrogeology, contaminated land, engineering geology, geotechnical engineering etc..)",Yes,Lack of awareness of the broader subject and related careers / skills etc.,Lack of exposure to the subject at School / College level (risk to study at University if no previous knowledge / awareness),Lack of diversity / representation.,Exciting and opportunity to learn about the earth and the environment,Poor diversity. Poor environmental record  (e.g. roles in oil / mining industry). Not well paid unless in oil / mining industry. ,,,,,,,,,,,,2,2,2,2,2,1,2,1,2,1,2,1,1,2,2,2,2,2,2,1,1,Contaminated land.,"Geography, Maths, Physics",Rebrand from geology to earth science!
3/17/2021 16:50:31,I agree,20,,Female,White- British ,A- Levels ,June 2018,None,Straight,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree",Honestly my geography teacher put me on the list so she’d have enough to run the course and I wasn’t sure what to take for my A levels. Although I wasn’t against it as I have always had an interest in how the natural world works.,"The study of how the natural world works with and without the impacts of human and other biological activity, and a history of our Earth and other planets. A scientific understanding of what will happen to us and our planet in the future. ",Collates the data to find out how the Earth works. ,No,Not sure ,Not sure ,Not sure ,"It allows you to see the world working independently of the impacts of human intervention, which is difficult to see now the population and infrastructure has reached such a large number",There’s a lot of tedious complicated parts to study before you can really fully understand and work with the fun stuff ,,,,,,,,,,,,3,3,4,3,3,1,1,1,2,1,2,1,1,4,3,3,4,3,3,1,2,,"Biology, mathematics and geology ","On open days, better more vibrant pictures of mineralogy under microscopes, more hand specimens available to look at, more talk of the potential trips, the fact that those trips are more or less paid for and how each and every geology class I’ve ever sat in eventually becomes more like a family than just a group of people you know. It’s a lot more social than people think. I always had this idea that geologists were really nerdy and hard to talk to but we are actually very normal and easy to get on with."
3/17/2021 17:05:15,I agree,18,Halifax ,Female,White british,A level,2020,None,Straight,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,The composition and the story of rocks and minerals.,It depends on what area you work in. For example volcanologist.,Not much information in schools to see if you enjoy the subject,Hard to study outside of the classroom eg microscope practice ,,documentarys game me a post it I’ve perception. For example on volcanoes and they can investigate and explain ,Peoples general perceptions are that it’s boring and it doesn’t lead anywhere ,No,,Yes to see if it was enjoyable before degree level,3,4,4,2,2,1,1,2,1,1,1,1,1,3,1,1,2,2,1,1,2,,"Geography, chemistry and biology ",A better reputation and more information on the subject 
3/17/2021 17:25:19,I agree,20,Darlington county council ,Female ,White British ,A level ,2019,None ,Straight ,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree",Always had an interest for it,Science of the earth ,Many things ,No,Transport links and costs ,Covid 19 ,,Really interesting ,N/a,,,,,,,,,,,,4,4,4,5,3,3,2,2,2,2,2,2,1,3,2,2,4,4,3,2,4,,"Maths, PE, Geology ",More information in schools 
3/17/2021 19:13:07,I agree,25,Birmingham City Council ,Male,White,Masters ,2019,Atheist ,Straight,No,Yes,No,,Yes,PhD,My a level geography teacher suggested I look into the subject ,A subset of earth sciences with a focus on rocks and the processes that have the Earth’s landscape through time ,"A little difficult to give a definition. I would say geologist is a genus classification with species of biostratigraphers, sedimentologists, volcanologists, palaeontologists etc.   ",Yes,"An image problem. It is a little hard to escape the cliche of a bunch of mostly white, bearded men in plaid looking at rocks ","Cost, there is a general background pressure to spend money on the subject (fieldwork kit etc.)",Lack of visibility as a subject. It’s not a subject many people know about in great detail,"Adventurous, collaborative, varied, personal (geology departments tend to be quite well socialised compared to others) ",Inaccessible (eg fieldwork and disability),,,,,,,,,,,,4,3,3,4,4,4,5,5,4,4,4,4,5,3,4,4,4,4,4,4,5,,"Art, maths, physics",Teach it more visibly in schools 
3/17/2021 19:24:11,I agree,28,Luton Borough Council,Female ,White British,Masters ,2021 and 2015,None ,Bisexual,"Sole primary carer of adult(s) with disability, learning needs or health issues/elderly person/people, Informal carer",Yes,No,,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), A Level",Interest and family support ,The study of the physical earth ,"Working in fossil fuel industry, mining, and research ",Yes,Working in polluting and damaging industries ,Lack of awareness of options for career path,Negative stereotypes ,I love it! I think its fascinating and can't get enough ,Lack of female and non white representation,,,,,,,,,,,,1,2,2,2,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,2,1,1,2,1,3,1,2,1,1,Chemistry ,"Biology, geology and oceanography ",Indication of career options 
3/17/2021 19:44:07,I agree,37,devon,female,white,Masters,2008,none,straight,Primary carer of child/ren under 18,Yes,No,,Yes,PhD,I have a background in Chemistry and Geology seems to me to be applied chemistry,Study of rocks,"study rocks and the earths surface, work in mines ",Yes,Seen as quite a male profession,I wasn't directed to it as an option at university with  Chemistry A_level,Geology A-level was not offered at school I would have probably have studied this subject if it was offered. ,Really interesting applied scientific subject,"you just look at rocks, and have beards",,,,,,,,,,,,3,3,3,3,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,2,1,1,2,,"Chemistry, Biology, Geography/ Environmental Science","More accessible at A-Level, perhaps more career options information at GCSE to encourage students studying science and Geography."
3/17/2021 19:45:20,I agree,18,Halifax ,Female,White british,A level,2020,None,Straight,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,The composition and the story of rocks and minerals.,It depends on what area you work in. For example volcanologist.,Not much information in schools to see if you enjoy the subject,Hard to study outside of the classroom eg microscope practice ,,documentarys game me a post it I’ve perception. For example on volcanoes and they can investigate and explain ,Peoples general perceptions are that it’s boring and it doesn’t lead anywhere ,No,,Yes to see if it was enjoyable before degree level,3,4,4,2,2,1,1,2,1,1,1,1,1,3,1,1,2,2,1,1,2,,"Geography, chemistry and biology ",A better reputation and more information on the subject 
3/17/2021 19:51:34,I agree,25,Hull City Council,Male,White British,A-Level,2016,Atheist,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,The study of the Earths Processes,Study the Earth’s past using knowledge of the Earth’s geological processes ,"Access to certain locations (Areas of Religious/historical importance, military installations, nature preserves)",Can only bore a hole through a thin section of the crust,Ice sheets over the Antarctic,Studying out past,Can’t think of anything,Yes,I study Geology,,1,3,4,4,3,3,2,1,2,3,1,1,1,4,2,1,3,1,2,2,2,,"Physics, Geology, Chemistry",Teach palaeontology as well
3/17/2021 20:21:50,I agree,52,AYRSHIRE,FEMALE,WHITE BRITISH,pHd,1994,NONE,HETEROSEXUAL,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"Bachelors degree, PhD",LIKES GEOGRAPHY BUT NOT HUMAN GEOGRAPHY,STUDY OF THE EARTH AND ITS PROCESS,MANY THINGS FOR EXPLORING FOR RESOURCES TO HOW THE EARTH FORMED TO LOOKING AT PAST CLIMATES,Yes,ACCESS TO UNIVERSITY,,,"EXCITING, TAKES ONE ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD","BORING, INTROVERTED INTEREST, NOT TRENDY",,,,,,,,,,,,3,3,3,3,2,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,3,2,1,3,4,2,1,1,PALEOCLIMATOLOGU,"GEOGRAPHY, ENGLISH, ART",RENAME IT: EARTH SYSTEM SCIENCE
3/17/2021 20:32:35,I agree,17,,Female,White British ,GCSEs,2020,None,Bisexual/panromantic,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), A Level",Because I wanted to learn more about the planet and how the natural elements of earth act and work and the physical parts of geography ,Studying the earth and the environment apart of it as well as all the processes and factors that cause them all,Study various elements of the earth and its atmosphere ,Yes,Lack of knowledge in what it is ( we don’t get taught about it in lower secondary school particularly),There is a certain number of students needed to run courses at a level and gcse and so they often get cancelled for lack of numbers,It’s not really promoted by colleges and schools in my area and as far as I’m aware my school is the only one in the county so it’s very location dependant ,The small class my sixth form has means we get more time to go in extra depth and cover things that aren’t always on spec- it teaches how things happer and work on comparison to just being told what they do - it’s a field of science that’s growing in interest in my age group ,The fact that most people think it’s only studying rocks,,,,,,,,,,,,4,2,3,2,3,4,5,5,4,5,4,5,5,2,4,4,2,3,3,5,4,Some forms of archaeology and petrology,"Geology, maths, chemistry ",More information and opportunities given to younger student
3/17/2021 20:37:21,I agree,22,,Male,"White, English",BTEC extended diploma in applied sciences,July 2017,Atheist,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,Yes,Autism,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,Study of rocks,Study rocks,Not having the base knowledge when studying at a higher level,Terminology,Geological equations ,Fieldwork,Repetitive practicals,Yes,"I’m switching from geology because it wasn’t welcoming for me. 
I didn’t have the base knowledge as I’ve never studied it until now and at university it’s almost expected that you have some prior knowledge of it.
Since the basics of geology or its terminology were never taught to me in an easy to understand or lesson style format, I’ve not been able to understand, enjoy or follow anything in my lessons.
Due to this issue, I’ve lost interest and chosen to switch to a course where I do have that base knowledge.",,3,5,3,5,3,3,4,4,4,1,2,1,1,4,4,4,5,5,1,1,3,,"Biology, chemistry, history",Be more welcoming to new students 
3/18/2021 0:00:18,I agree,18,,Female ,British White ,GCSE ,Summer 2019,Believe in Christian values ,Straight ,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,Study of rocks ,"Study rocks for research and can be involved/used in oil and gas discovery/taking out of the ground, also planning ",Not talked about enough dismissed as just rocks ,Not much public knowledge ,General public don’t know what a geologist does in their work ,Fieldwork ,"Less diverse than other professions, more men than women ",No,,"Yes, I’m possibly going on to study it or physical geography, although wasn’t an option for a level at my school ",5,2,3,4,2,1,1,2,1,1,1,1,1,5,2,1,4,5,2,1,2,"Mass movement, erosion and weathering ","Geography, biology, chemistry ",Getting more teachers to tell their students about it in school 
3/18/2021 0:03:47,I agree,19,,Male,British white,AS level ,2020,None ,,No,Yes,No,,Yes,A Level,"It's a tool to help me understand the natural world around me, and that's important to me. I thoroughly enjoy learning more in the subject and feel it is key to our future.",The study of all natural processes and understanding of our natural world through evidence from the natural world. ,Apply evidence from the world around us to identify and describe all natural processes,Yes,Too few colleges offer it,There is a general and widespread miss-understanding of what it actually is ,"It's perceived as 'boring' by many (totally understand that perspective even while studying it, but don't find it myself)",It helps us understand the world around us. I don't see how that could possibly ever have downsides ,There is a lack of significant geology in my region and travelling elsewhere is a downside for me ,,,,,,,,,,,,2,3,3,5,1,1,2,1,1,2,1,1,1,5,2,1,5,1,2,1,1,The location of settlements throughout history - so social history perhaps?,"Maths, physics, Geology ",That it isnt just looking at rock specimens...
3/18/2021 8:07:27,I agree,23,West Oxon District Council ,Male ,White British ,Integrated masters (MGeol),2020,None,Straight,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters),"The physical geography, plate tectonics and volcanology was my favourite part of GCSE and A level geography, but studying geography at university seemed too vague and the depth to which geology seemed to go into subjects was good. Also the semi-vocational nature of a geology degree was attractive. ","The study of the earth and its processes, encompassing the 3 main physical sciences.",Study how the Earth works and applies it to many different roles.,No,The small number of secondary schools/colleges teaching the subject at A level.,Communication to the public about the necessity of having a supply of well trained geologists. ,,"Broad subject so you can cover many aspects. 

Small, mostly friendly community. ",Can appear as an ‘old boys club’ with regards to certain institutions. ,,,,,,,,,,,,4,3,3,4,4,2,1,1,1,1,3,1,1,4,4,1,5,4,2,1,5,Geochemistry and Petrogenesis,"Geology, economics, music ",Greater science communication at primary and secondary school age 
3/18/2021 9:38:16,I agree,22,Falmouth Town Council,Male,White British,BSc,2019,None,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"GCSE (or equiv), AS Level (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters)","An interest in geography and science, a desire to travel with my career, and a love of the outdoors ",The study of the earth and all of its natural processes ,"Many things, from academic studies to geotechnical engineering. Past climate studies, ore deposit modelling, mineral exploration, oil and gas engineering etc etc ",Yes,A lack of exposure in secondary schools,A lack of understanding about career prospects,Negative image due to ties with oil and gas,Allows extraction of materials crucial for creating a low carbon future. Studies of past climate can help prevent climate catastrophe in the future. ,Certain industry areas care far more about their own profits than reducing the environmental impact of mining and oil & gas. ,,,,,,,,,,,,3,3,4,3,5,5,5,5,5,5,5,5,5,3,5,5,3,4,5,5,5,,"Geology, chemistry, history",A push to teach geology in secondary schools
3/18/2021 10:38:21,I agree,21,Staffordshire County Council ,Cis Female ,White British,A-Level,2018,None,Queer ,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,I wanted to understand the world I live in and see it for myself as part of my job,Geology is the study of the rocks and minerals that make up the Earth,Can have a range of roles from geological field mapping to geochemical analysis,Yes,Covid- It means we have not been allowed to do any fieldwork which is pretty crucial to the degree ,"Lecturers- While the current lecturers are AMAZING, many have left and I am aware the department is understaffed",Access to resources/equipment aka we need to use microscopes and have access to good specimens that have been denied during Covid,"One of the most fascinating subjects I have had the pleasure of learning, it honestly never ceases to amaze me because the topic is so in depth in so many different fields",Geology is heavily interpretation based sometimes which if you aren't confident with your opinion can be an issue,,,,,,,,,,,,4,3,3,3,4,1,1,1,3,4,3,2,1,5,4,2,5,3,4,1,4,Geochemistry,"Geography, Sociology, Chemistry ",Should just sell the fieldwork aspect more as everyone loves it
3/18/2021 10:53:34,I agree,21,North Yorkshire ,Male,White ,A-Levels ,2018,Non religious ,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree",It seemed really interesting on the A level open day ,Geology is the study of the earth ,Anything involving the earth ,No,Limited number of places do it for A level ,No one really knows what jobs you can get with Geology ,,I like it ,Don't really have any ,,,,,,,,,,,,5,5,5,5,3,3,1,1,1,1,1,3,1,4,1,1,5,5,2,1,1,No ,"Geology, IT, Chemistry ",Don't know 
3/18/2021 11:01:07,I agree,22,Cornwall,male,White British,Bachelors degree,May 2020,none,heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"A Level, Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters)",I was interested in the mining heritage around where I lived.,Understanding the evolution of the earth.,Geologist jobs range from determining the location and removal of economically import commoditise to understanding the climate conditions of the past allowing us to interpret future climatic changes.,Yes,Perception that its just looking at rocks.,Lack of it being taught as a subject in schools were it is mixed in with other subjects.,,Is a more outdoors based subject.,Just looking at rocks.,,,,,,,,,,,,2,4,4,3,3,2,1,1,1,1,3,1,1,3,1,1,4,2,3,1,1,,Geology and Geography,
3/18/2021 11:48:20,I agree,17,,Female ,Mixed white and black Caribbean ,GCSES ,2020,Atheist ,Bisexual ,No,Yes,Yes,Hyper mobility and Juvenile idiopathic Arthritis ,Yes,A Level,"I thought it would go along nicely with my other subject , environmental science and I would live to combine both in my future.",Study of the physical structure of the earth and planets.,"Study’s the earth to find new things, and expand our knowledge of our physical world 🌎 ",Yes,Gender ,A lot of content ,?,I always had a passion for the smaller things and this gives me an opportunity to put my passion to use. I always enjoy it and there is never a lesson I don’t learn anything that’s thanks to my fabulous teacher.,Can be boring and again the amount of content can be overwhelming ,,,,,,,,,,,,2,3,4,3,2,3,3,4,2,1,1,1,1,3,3,3,3,1,3,1,1,,"Geology, environmental science ",More colours! 
3/18/2021 11:52:39,I agree,38,East Cambridgeshire,Female,White,PhD,2009,None,Heterosexual,Co-carer of child/ren under 18,Yes,No,,Yes,"A Level, Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters), PhD",Because I love volcanoes and being outdoors,The study of rocks to learn about the formation of Earth and other planetary bodies.,"Study samples and data to understand how rocks formed and what they can tell us about their history and, in turn, the history of Earth or other planetary body from which they originated.",No,Disability (if fieldwork is a vital component)., Being a woman working alone in remote regions.,Being able to afford to travel and pay for fieldwork.,It's for inquisitive people who are interested in how the land around them formed.,It's only for men who have beards and drink beer.,,,,,,,,,,,,3,3,3,3,3,3,2,1,1,1,3,1,1,1,2,1,2,1,3,1,1,,"Chemistry, Geography, Sport",Show career routes through geology that are not related to hydrocarbons or mining.
3/18/2021 12:11:10,I agree,17,Jack brereton?,Male,White british ,Gcses,2019,Atheist ,Gay,No,Yes,No,,Yes,A Level,It seemed interesting and complex,The study of earth sciences ,"Analyse, interpret and work with the earth and its processes.",Yes,Lack of available resources online,Text books being outdated ,,"Its interesting, its complex, its relevant to our world.","Its really hard, its very sciencey ",,,,,,,,,,,,5,2,2,1,1,1,1,2,3,1,2,1,1,4,4,2,4,3,3,2,1,Geochemistry ,"Geography, classical civilization, biology ","Make it easier? Its so hard, like its fine for some people but damn "
3/18/2021 12:11:24,I agree,17,Jack Brereton,Male ,White ,GCSE ,2019,Atheist ,Straight ,No,No,No,,Yes,A Level,I like knowing more about the earth ,The study of the earth ,"Analyse formations, structures and textures in the field in order to make suitable changes for the future by inferring the past ",Yes,Lack of teaching opportunities ,Lack of available resources online ,General difficulty jump from GCSE to A level about understanding the earth ,Hard working careers that work to solve problems for the environment or the community ,"Hard to understand at first, lots of intricate details at a microscopic level that need to be remembered.",,,,,,,,,,,,4,2,3,4,1,1,1,2,3,1,2,1,1,4,4,2,5,2,4,1,3,Geochemistry,Statistics | Geology | Biology ,"A gentler easing into the subject rather than being thrown into rocks, plate tectonics, mineralology etc "
3/18/2021 13:01:19,I agree,19,South Ayrshire,Female,White British ,Advanced Highers,2020,N/A,Straight ,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,The study of the dynamic Earth and the rocks that make it up,Study the watth,It was not an option for me in secondary school,Was not shown anything about geology until I went to university and did a module ,,A lot of outdoor work ,Can be repetitive ,No,,"Yes, I am very interested in the field, I study geography and I think geology would provide excellent knowledge and skills ",2,3,3,4,3,1,1,2,2,2,2,3,1,4,1,1,4,4,2,1,3,,"Geography, chemistry and music",Offer it in secondary schools
3/18/2021 13:26:46,I agree,17,Staffordshire County Council,Female,White,GCSE,2020,None,Homosexual ,Other caring responsibilities,Yes,No,,Yes,A Level,Because I find the subject interesting ,"A science of the earths structure, history, and the processes",Investigate the structure and evolution of the earth,Yes,Misunderstood ,Not well known,Not promoted,It’s a great follow on from geography in high school. It also opens up a lot of pathway and it’s a subject employers like to see.,It has a negative reputation of being boring. I think it’s quite interesting.,,,,,,,,,,,,4,4,3,5,4,1,1,1,3,1,1,3,2,4,4,3,5,3,3,1,2,,"Geology, geography, sociology ",Need to dispense the knowledge and more about geology to more people. 
3/18/2021 14:24:18,I agree,58,London ,Male ,White / welsh ,PhD,2000,C of E,Straight ,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"GCSE (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree, PhD","Alway like looking at rocks
",The study of rock and Earth systems,Study of geoscience and if processes ,Yes,"Lack of presence interest, bad press regarding extraction and fossil fuels",,,Only interest seen on the news relates to planetary and meteorites,Fossil fuel and pollution from extraction ,,,,,,,,,,,,3,2,4,4,3,3,3,5,4,4,4,3,4,4,5,5,4,4,4,5,4,Planetary science ,"Geology, chemistry and maths",
3/18/2021 15:02:42,I agree,48,Hull City Council,"Male, Human","white, British, Human",A-Level,1991,Atheist - (deeply religious non believer),Heterosexual,Co-carer of child/ren under 18,Yes,No,,Yes,"A Level, Bachelors degree","It is a fascinating subject, full of fire and brimstone with cataclysmic collisions of continents , massive vistas of glaciation carving there way through the landscape linked in with the Milankovitch cycles to microscopic organisms evolving into extant life. This is a broad question that would take hours to answer!  ","At one time i would have said the history of the planet from 4.56Ma to the present, however it goes way beyond this, geology is a description of matter in the Universe and how it formed and altered and reacted with all of its surroundings, again this is a very open ended question that raises more questions than it answers.","again, multiple answers come to mind.",Yes,"when i first took my A-Levels in 1991, there were very few colleges that offered the course (Not sure about that now).","Geology is not what could be viewed as an 'exact' science, i.e. you cannot predict when an earthquake or subsequent tsunami is going to strike, however it does predict the kind of onslaught these reactions can produce, therefore it is generally seen as a 'bad omen' so to speak (I know as a geologist this is a positive but from the point of view of the farmer on the slopes of Mt Pele in 1902, this is not a good day! and there are more farmers than geologists). when geologists get it wrong we end up with a Andrew Wakefield MMR controversy, and situations like Mt St Helens occur. ",,"The list is endless, Understanding how the planet works, looking at photo's of Olympus Mons on Mars and recognizing the sedimentation of ignimbrites on the slopes, watching lava fountains spew out of IO, the first moon of Jupiter and realizing that the entire solar system is running the same course, this is effing amazing! looking at a rock outcrop in Whitby and finding a Gryphea (Devils toenail) and knowing that it is about 180Ma old formed in warm shallow marine settings to seeing the Greenland supra crustal belts (Isua Greenstone Belt) where the zirconium crystals have been dated to ~3.8 Ga and contains Life! in the form of stromatolites - how can this not be fascinating!","I have no negative perceptions apart from the fact that geology teaches us that life is short and precious, if any lesson needs to be learned than that is to spread out, colonize other planets and survive as a race. we as a race will come across a time (|Geologically speaking) where we will be challenged to survive, it has happened multiple times in the Phanerozoic and it will continue into the future. As a species we have a responsibility to continue, and as geologists we understand how fragile that connection is....... if the human race is to continue, than we need geologists,  not just to survive our planet but others as well.",,,,,,,,,,,,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,"where as chemistry is called the 'mother' of science, it is based on mathematical and physical laws, geology defines those laws in the physical sense.","Geology, Physics, Chemistry","Field Trips - Throw people out of a helicopter half way up a mountain in the driving rain, snow and get them interacting.... Me personally, I've never felt more alive than jumping round on a mountain top in horizontal rain"
3/18/2021 16:33:21,I agree,23,Portsmouth City Council,Male,White British,Masters,2021,,,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), A Level, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters)",I enjoyed geography at secondary school and geology seemed like a more interesting perspective on the physical side of geography ,The study of rocks,everything,Yes,Lack of A level courses,Public perception oil and gas industry,lack of knowledge in career paths,Will need them for space exploration ,Geology is seen as boring and linked with industry's that caused climate change,,,,,,,,,,,,3,3,3,4,2,2,2,1,1,1,2,2,1,4,2,1,4,1,1,1,1,,"Geography, Geology, Economics ",More advertising 
3/18/2021 20:59:45,I agree,33,Wandsworth,Female,British,Masters,2011,none,Straight,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters)",I loved real-world applications of science and (literally) getting my hands dirty and I was brought up in the Natural History Museum,"The study of the Earth, Atomsphere and process on other planets.","Anything and everything! Study the Earth, minining, resource extraction, hydrogeology, work in nucelar, renewable energy, oceanic and atmospheric science, study climate change, CCS, geotechnics, curatoralial work, understanding natural hazards, risk analysis etc...",Yes,Not knowing it exists!,Not feeling comfortable in the outdoors/ a lack of exposure to the outdoors.,A lack of support from friends/ family/ schools.,"Its exciting, fun, interesting. It saved the whales (start of the oil industry). It save lives with the prediction of natural hazards. It makes for stunning photographs. Exploring geology means exploring interesting and exciting places.","Climate change due to the use of fossil fuels, acid mine drainage, mining as scars on the landscape, cursed gems/ blood diamonds... Rain on field trips, more rain, dangers of being a women alone in the field. Difficulities of working as a women (particularly in the middle east). There's a lot of good geology/ resource extraction in politically unstable areas.",,,,,,,,,,,,1,4,3,3,3,2,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,1,1,"Nuclear Energy, Natural Hazard perception, Underwriting,  ","Physics, Chemistry, Geology","More of it offered in schools, more on GCSE Science curriculums (rather than optional at K3)"
3/19/2021 9:40:43,I agree,18,Stoke-On-Trent,Female/Non-binary,British,GCSEs,2019,,Bisexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,A Level,I enjoy science and the tectonics part of geography interested me most so I wanted to study it more in detail. ,The wider study of rocks and anything they can be involved in!,"Lots of different things; studying rocks, mapping, engineering, history. All sorts.",No,Geology is usually not a high school subject so most people don't consider it.,People don't know much about it. Hearing 'study of rocks' sounds boring to some people.,,It's very interesting and useful to lots of areas of scientific study. ,Field sketches are hard.,,,,,,,,,,,,4,3,3,2,1,2,1,1,2,1,2,1,1,3,3,2,4,2,2,1,2,,"Biology, Geography, Geology",Show potential students the tectonics and natural hazards side as many are interested by that in geography anyways.
3/19/2021 11:07:00,I agree,16,Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council,Female,White British,GCSEs,2020,Atheist ,,No,Yes,No,,Yes,A Level,Interested in the subject and want to peruse it as a career ,The study of the Earth and how it works,Varying jobs from surveying areas to build houses on to studying volcanoes.,Yes,Lack of places to study the subject ,,,Exciting opportunities in jobs. ,Heavily male dominated industry ,,,,,,,,,,,,1,2,4,4,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,4,2,1,3,3,2,1,1,"Chemistry, Physics, Astronomy ","Geology, Geography and Art",Better communication with schools to spread awareness of the subject.
3/19/2021 13:30:26,I agree,17,Wealden district council ,male,White,GCSE,2020,none,straight,No,Yes,No,,Yes,A Level,Because it seemed interesting.,The study of the physical structure of the earth.,Investigate the structure and evolution of the earth and its natural resources.,Yes,lack of interest.,unable to visit the countryside.,Not being taught about it at school.,You get to investigate the natural world through fieldwork.,It can be challenging to learn about.,,,,,,,,,,,,2,3,3,5,4,1,1,2,3,2,1,1,1,2,4,3,2,2,3,1,2,"palaeontology, marine geophysics and geography ","geology, geography and science.",get people interested in it at secondary school.
3/19/2021 14:02:28,I agree,21,City and County of Swansea,Female,White,Bachelors Degree,2020,None,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,Geology modules were offered in my degree and I've always liked looking at rocks in museums and other geological exhibitions so I thought they might be interesting and also further my knowledge in my main subject (oceanography),The study of the Earth and its mineral resources,"Many things, geology can have elements of chemistry, biology or physics but most of it includes rocks",Yes,No obvious A-level path to a degree so people don't consider it when choosing,Gender stereotypes,Lack of exposure to cool geologists,Rocks can look cool,Mapping is the worst,,,,,,,,,,,,3,3,2,2,3,1,1,1,1,1,2,2,1,4,3,1,3,3,4,2,2,Climate change,"Chemistry, Maths, Computing",Fun outreach events with demonstrations from geologists
3/19/2021 15:52:07,I agree,38,"N/A, I moved to Sweden recently from UK",Cis woman,White British/European,Postgraduate diploma (astrophysics),2014,None,Bisexual (but married in a heterosexual relationship),No,Yes,No,,Yes,A few units or parts of units of BSc Environmental Science,"It wasn't really an option - it was compulsory components of BSc Environmental Science. We weren't warned about it, it was just assumed we'd know some. At least two compulsory units in the first year were geology, and we were assumed to have prior knowledge. I had no prior knowledge.",The study of rocks and minerals and what they tell us about the history of the Earth.,"They might go out on field excursions or work in a lab or use computer models to analyse the structures of rocks and minerals, but probably the structure part is just a sort of tool to tell us what the rocks are telling us about what has happened where they were. They can use this to detect where resources are, or predict volcanic or other dangerous activity, or explain the history of the Earth. It's a lovely valuable thing, even though I did very badly at it.",Yes,Lack of prior knowledge in a compulsory course,Physical disability or lack of confidence in the field,Sexual harassment especially in the field,"It tells marvellous stories about Earth, and indeed other planets we can detect and study! It links to lots of other sciences and can explain a great deal. Rocks are very nice and pretty (I know this isn't important but it also is). It's basically history, but the books are written by worlds, not pens.","It can be pretty elitist. If you turn up already knowing your feldspars from your basalts you're not only ahead of others, but lecturers will take more trouble with you because they see you as more worthwhile and think you're putting in more effort even though it's just because you've been lucky in the past. I also guess that if you can't climb hills or dig out rocks etc due to physical limitations, this would also hold you back. Its fieldwork can also be dangerous to women - and presumably to anyone vulnerable. One woman I know had to drop out of geology fieldwork because her male peers harassed and threatened her, and made phone calls to each other about what sexual activities they wanted to do with her within her hearing. Nobody protected her when she reported it - in fact, she was told to drop out if I remember rightly.  Many years ago I had a lecturer in a field closely related to geology who had a thing for large-breasted women and women of a certain ethnicity that I'm not even going to repeat in case this gets traced back to me - this was common knowledge among all students and he himself admitted it. So female students of those groups, even 19 year olds, were the ones he picked to work with him and get to write papers. Some were scared and mortified by this. I don't know if he ever actually attempted to do anything physical to them. This lecturer was at one of the top universities and won an excellence in teaching award (to be fair, he was an excellent lecturer). It's not the subject that draws negative perceptions, it's certain people who work in it.",,,,,,,,,,,,3,2,2,4,3,2,1,1,1,1,2,2,1,2,2,1,2,2,2,1,2,"Planetary sciences, natural history. ","Chemistry, history, astronomy.",Equitability - give those who don't come into a course with prior knowledge the opportunity to make up for it with some basic background classes. Don't assume that because someone doesn't have prior knowledge that they aren't making an effort - they're probably making far more effort than the cruisers!
3/19/2021 16:03:54,I agree,29,,Male,White,PhD,2017,none,,No,Yes,Yes,Hard of Hearing,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters), PhD",Interest in volcanoes,"Study of the Earth and other planets, in particular the processes that form the landscapes and resources around us. ","See answer to question above, but also includes people who work in non-academic sectors, as well as those who do it as a hobby. ",Yes,"Focus on fieldwork as necessary requirement to study geology, when fieldwork is often inaccessible. ",Lack of schools and universities offering courses in geology. ,,Sheds new light on how we view the landscapes and geology all around us. ,"Older faculty dominated by white, non-disabled males who make little effort to adapt courses and teaching methods, as well as research practices. ",,,,,,,,,,,,4,2,4,3,4,5,5,5,5,5,4,4,5,4,5,5,4,4,4,5,5,"Chemistry, Glaciology","Geology, Physics, Art",Moving away from perception that oil & gas is only option for a career after a geology degree.
3/19/2021 16:35:03,I agree,17,Barnsley Metropolitan borough council ,Female,White British ,GCSEs,Summer 2020,Atheist ,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,Prefer not to say,,Yes,A Level,I am interested in rocks and fossils and think it may tie into my future career ,The study of the earth. All about the composition of the earth what it was like millions of years ago and about the tectonic processes ,Study fossils and new minerals. Carry out geochemical tests. Help predict and monitor natural hazards. ,No,You can’t study it in many colleges or schools. ,Negative connotations ( people say it’s boring),Special equipment might be needed,It reminds me of being in the outdoors and being active. ,That it is boring ,,,,,,,,,,,,4,4,5,5,3,2,2,3,1,1,2,1,1,3,2,1,3,3,2,1,2,Mineralogy ,Geology biology and geography ,More advisement of the practical side
3/19/2021 16:50:50,I agree,60,East Suffolk,Female,,BSc,1998,,,"Sole primary carer of adult(s) with disability, learning needs or health issues/elderly person/people",Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,"I loved science and it was a subject that utilised all sciences.  Also I was interested in fossils, liked mountains and was overwhelmed when I first saw a rock under a polarising microscope - that was the final straw !",Our planet's history that can be used to study the solar system,Studies our planet's history through fossils and rocks of immense age,No,Contact time at university (way more than arts subjects),"Probably cost nowadays for field trips, but in my did not not matter",Not able to work in holidays because of field trips,"Being in the great outdoors, understanding what happened to our planet, wearing comfortable clothes and shoes",Have to do a lot of learning before can apply that knowledge (ie. not intellectual until final year),,,,,,,,,,,,4,3,3,2,2,1,1,1,2,1,2,1,1,4,3,2,5,1,3,1,1,Historical - specially here in the UK,"Chemistry, geography, archaeology",Help with fees
3/19/2021 21:16:20,I agree,42,Newcastle-under-Lyme,woman,White British,PhD,2005,No religion,Straight,Primary carer of child/ren under 18,Yes,No,,Yes,"Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters), PhD, MSc (Quaternary Science) and PhD (palaeoclimate) were delivered in Geography departments but have strong links to geology ","I was always fascinated by earth processes and the oceans since seeing a bathymetric map in my atlas - way more exciting that the land terrain! I therefore chose to do Geological Oceanography for my BSc. During my degree, I fell in love with palaeoceanography and foraminifera! I went on to study Quaternary Science and palaeoceanography, carrying out a geochemistry-based palaeoceanography MSc project and then a foraminiferal/sedimentological project for my PhD.","Interesting question. I would class myself as a geoscientist rather than a geologist. I think there is a rhetoric that geology is about rocks and if you aren't looking at rocks, then you are not a geologist. But that's a narrow view - to me it's about understanding the earth (or other planets) and the processes acting upon them, that are either captured in rock or sediment records (or proxies within them). ",Find things out about the earth. But so do physical geographers... ooooooo. Tricky! Interesting to think that physical geography seems to be a UK-centric idea. Physical geography isn't really a 'thing' in the USA. I think Earth Science is a lot more inclusive. ,Yes,Exposure. Lack of geology in schools and colleges. I went to an all-girls school. We didn't do geology but the boys did. I was the only person (to my knowledge) out of 120 girls who went on to a geology-related degree. I know boys in my year (the Boys' school was over the road!) who went on to study geology.,Lack of understanding of what a geologist does - it's not all oil and rock-bothering,Lack of understanding of how geology fits into today's world ,"Mining - if you don't grow it, you mine it. Essential for today's society and our need for tech. Climate change. ",Old white men. A need to fit with blokes behaviour.  Sexism (have encountered this in my current role). Ideas of endurance through fieldwork. Folk make find it difficult to relate geology to the modern world (yes - I know this contradicts my above statement but it can be a barrier - what's the point? etc). ,,,,,,,,,,,,4,3,3,2,1,2,2,2,1,1,2,1,1,2,3,1,3,2,2,1,2,Climate change/past environments. Geochemistry. Palaeobiology. Sedimentology (not necessarily extraction).  ,"This is different to what I chose at A-level. Then it was Geography,  Physics, Chemistry, General Studies. Now it would be Geography, Ecology, Art.",Better communication of the importance of geoscience in society - how does it fit with our current and future world. How can it help people become employed? How is it a useful and aspirational subject to study?
3/20/2021 0:12:26,I agree,17,,Male,White,AS level ,June 2020,Agnostic ,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), A Level","I wanted to find out more about the processes which form rocks, and was also looking for a better alternative to geography, as I never enjoyed the human side of geography.","Study of the Earth, and it’s processes, as well as the rocks within it.","Study rocks, study areas of land, analyse samples, do field surveys, etc... ",Yes,You need to be good at analysis ,Sometimes a lot of picturing and perception of landscape is essential ,A lot of info needs to be remembered ,Allows me to flex on my family when we’re in the countryside and they don’t know what a certain rock is/sometimes helpful in crosswords ,"Can be very boring at times e.g. learning every mode of life of every fossil, memorising the igneous classification table etc...",,,,,,,,,,,,2,3,4,4,2,1,2,1,2,2,2,1,1,4,3,2,4,5,2,1,2,,"Psychology, French and Music ","It is what it is, it’s just that not many people find the idea of geology interesting, no matter how you advertise it. "
3/21/2021 16:55:47,I agree,21,KCC,Female,White,A-level,2 years ago,Atheist,N/A,"Co-carer of adult(s) with disability, learning needs or health issues/elderly person/people, Informal carer",Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,The study of the earth and natural resources,"Study the earths dynamic system, minerals, and bedrock interactions with the rest of the world’s systems",Ignorance,lack of information,lack of awareness,The underlying understanding of our world,Can be quite heavy in the mathematical and heavy memory basis,No,,"Yes, to gain a greater foundation for my course. However as it is not a facilitator subject this might have dampened my interest ",2,3,4,4,1,1,1,2,2,1,1,2,1,3,2,2,2,3,1,2,2,Physical Geography ,"Physical Geography, English, Spanish",Awareness
3/21/2021 21:28:29,I agree,47,Swindon,Male,,Masters,1998,Atheist ,Straight ,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), Bachelors degree",It is an interesting subject and has links to oceanography and history ,"The study, through observation of rocks, of the history of our planet.",Look at rocks to understand the historic environment and planet.,Yes,Access to the subject prior to desgree.. few courses.,Public opinion that rocks are boring ,Need to have practical experience understanding rock types that is hard to learn without practical examples.,Critical for oil industry high successes ,Boring,,,,,,,,,,,,3,4,5,4,2,3,1,1,2,2,2,1,1,2,3,2,4,3,3,1,2,,"Oceanography , paeliooceanography, turbidity",
3/21/2021 21:55:48,I agree,28,Darlington Borough Council,Male,White British,PhD,2020,Non religious ,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters), PhD","I'm fascinated by Earth's past, present and future evolution. I also studied geology as it offered the opportunity to combine the sciences with the outdoors, and the prospect of fieldwork really appealed to me.",The structure and evolution of the Earth and its ecosystems.,A geologist studies the Earth's history and resources.,Yes,The lack of GCSE or A-Level Geology courses in schools/colleges. ,Some school teachers are unaware of what geology is and the career options the subject can open up. , ,"Geology offers green energy solutions, including geothermal and carbon capture technologies. ",Resource (oil/gas/mineral) exploration and extraction.,,,,,,,,,,,,1,1,1,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,Geochemistry,"Geology, Chemistry, Biology",Increase the availability of GCSE and A-Level Geology courses at schools/colleges
3/22/2021 8:18:02,I agree,30,Tyne and Wear,Female,White,PhD,4 years ago,Christian,Hetrosexual,Co-carer of child/ren under 18,Yes,No,,Yes,"GCSE (or equiv), Bachelors degree",Offered to me as a choice at school. Liked geography and this sounded even more interesting.,The study of the earth and the rocks it contains,So many things! Explores the natural environment.,Yes,People dont know about geology so they dont know that they eant to study it.,Geology highers in Scotland no longer exist (as far as I am aware) so young people dont learn about geology,Oil industry is dying so oil focussed geology courses have less of an appeal now.,People like fossils and volcanoes/lava. They tend to find these subjects the most interesting aspects of geology.,Physically demanding course because of fieldtripa so hard if you aren't physically fit.  Male dominated industry. Ruining the planet through oil exploration!,,,,,,,,,,,,5,3,1,2,2,2,2,1,1,1,2,1,1,2,2,1,2,1,3,1,2,Glaciology ,"Geology, Geography, Art",More geology courses at school 
3/22/2021 9:56:27,I agree,24,Newark and Sherwood District Council,female,white european,MSci,2015-2019,none (agnostic/athiest),bisexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,PhD,"I always planned to study physics - but my A-Level physics class was so awful I dropped it and I was stuck with an odd combination of A-Levels (maths, chemistry, german), so I started looking at chemistry on uni open days, then environmental science, which led to me discovering geology. I've always loved science and the outdoors so it seemed a perfect fit.",the study of the world (and beyond!),a whole range of things! but something that can be ultimately traced back to a rock,Yes,not knowing it exists (I had no idea it was a subject until I went on open days aged 18),it can feel a bit 'macho' - I feel this is changing though,"I love the outdoors so that's not a problem personally, but for people who don't like the outdoors / can't access the outdoors they're probably put off","you learn a whole range of multidisciplinary and 'real life' skills (e.g. organising fieldwork), which many other subjects wouldn't offer. I think geologists are considered quite 'down to earth' (excuse the pun) compared to some other STEM subjects etc","associations with oil+gas, mining, fracking, resources etc are generally seen in quite a negative light, particularly in the past few years",,,,,,,,,,,,2,3,3,4,2,1,1,1,1,1,2,3,1,2,2,1,3,2,3,1,1,"geochemistry, metallurgy and materials sciences","my a levels were maths, chemistry, german - so probably those 3","making secondary school students aware that (a) geology exists and (b) the reasons why it is a good option. I dropped geography as soon as possible (yr 9) because I thought it was really boring and took predominantly STEM subjects - I went to a small 6th form that only offered core A Level subjects and I had no idea geology existed as an A Level or a degree subject, or that my A Levels would allow me to study it. I only stumbled upon it by accident on an open day for environmental science! when I started uni it felt like almost everyone had done A Level geology or at the very least geography - I think making people aware it's a subject you can do without A Level geog/geol (and in fact, other a levels could even give you an advantage in some ways) would be a good start to encouraging more people to consider geology as an option"
3/22/2021 10:19:23,I agree,24,Sefton Council,Female,British ,Masters,2018-19,None,Straight,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters), PhD","Liked glaciers and was planning to take a levels aimed at studing geoscience at uni but then at my college induction got talking to the geology teacher - super enthusiastic, very engaging - who convinced me to take it on as an extra subject, and fell in love with it all","The study of the earth, its history and components","Science - chemistry, biology, physics in different forms, sometimes involving being outside and sometimes never leaving a lab or office",No,"Potentially the focus on fieldwork during uni level - absolutely fantastic, but very tailored to the abled","Knowledge of it before coming to uni, maybe don't know its an option ",,"Everyone is always super enthusiastic, offers great opportunities to travel, something interesting that is still making discoveries. I also had really good female representation at my uni in terms of staff",Sometimes at higher levels seems like an 'old boys club' ,,,,,,,,,,,,3,2,2,4,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,2,1,2,1,1,1,1,,"Geology, art, creative writing","More advertisement for students before they come to uni, not everyone knows its an option or how it differs from geography "
3/22/2021 14:08:59,I agree,30,Hastings Borough Council,Female,White British,Masters,7 years ago,None,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,Yes,Dyslexia,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,Study of rocks,Look at chemistry of rocks/their formation to understand their various properties ,It’s boring! ,I don’t understand what geologists do.,I don’t understand how geology can be applied to other areas. ,You get to use a hammer if you are a geologist.,It’s hard to get a job in geology.,Yes,"Because you only get to study 4-5 Alevels, and I didn’t see how that information could be applied.",,5,5,5,5,3,3,3,3,3,4,4,3,3,5,4,3,4,3,5,3,3,Geotechnics ,"Coastal engineering, politics, french",Make it less about looking about small bits of rock and more about the big picture 
3/22/2021 15:05:49,I agree,20,dorset council,female,white british,a level,2019,no religion,,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"A Level, Bachelors degree",seemed interesting and with viable career options,"study of earth processes and and its history though the study of rocks, minerals and structures ",depends on the career - analysis of data from the earth to answer a hypothesis ,Yes,a bit of a boys club,little to no understanding portrayed at GCSE and below,,fascinating subject with many interesting sub topics,too much of a boys club in some universities ,,,,,,,,,,,,2,3,2,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,2,1,1,3,2,1,3,2,3,2,2,petrology ,"chemistry, english lit, drama","lessen to boys club in some areas, move more focus in courses to sustainability, show more of the importance of mineral exploration in GCSE and below"
3/22/2021 16:04:08,I agree,21,,Female,White,A-Levels,2017,Christian,Hetereosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree",I needed a 4th AS Level,The study of the Earth,All sorts of jobs revolving around the Earth,Yes,Mobility impairments,Money for equipment,Visual and/or hearing impairments,Good for interacting with the world we live on,"When poorly taught, can get repetitive to see the same rock over and over again",,,,,,,,,,,,4,4,4,4,2,2,1,1,1,1,3,2,1,3,2,3,4,3,4,1,2,,"Geography, History, Classics",A wider variety of practicals and field trips
3/23/2021 10:25:37,I agree,16,,female,white British ,gcse,2020,none,bisexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,A Level,it is an interest of mine ,the study of the physical earth ,study the earth ,No,haven't studied it for long ,lack of interactive lessons due to pandemic ,lack of resources when home learning ,it gives us an further understanding of the world ,its only about rocks ,,,,,,,,,,,,3,4,5,4,4,2,2,1,2,2,2,1,1,5,3,3,5,2,2,1,2,rock cycle ,"geology, geography, economics",more interaction 
3/23/2021 12:06:57,I agree,39,Cornwall,,Feminine,PhD,2013,Catholic,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"A Level, Bachelors degree, PhD","When I was younger, I always enjoyed watching TV shows about volcanoes, earthquakes and fossils. At school, studying geology always fascinated me and was the subject I enjoyed the most.",Geology is the science that mainly studies the solid Earth and the processes involved in its modification from its creation till the current days.,"A geologist uses his scientific knowledge to understand the Earth and the processes involved in its modification. A panoply of tasks can be comprised in the work of a geologist, from field work, sample collection, petrography to geochemical and geophysical studies, among many other.",Yes,Misconception of what Geology is and its utility,Lack of job opportunities,Lack of stability in what concerns jobs - short term underpaied contracts,The most interesting and fun science that allows me to understand the planet we live in.,Usually it is associated as a field for men.,,,,,,,,,,,,2,2,2,1,2,2,1,2,1,1,2,2,1,2,1,1,2,1,1,1,1,"Chemistry, Physics, Maths","Geology, History, Biology",Engage with children in order to show them the importance of Geology.
3/23/2021 16:33:57,I agree,46,Cardiff,Male,White,PhD,2002,Christian,Heterosexual,Primary carer of child/ren under 18,Yes,No,,Yes,PhD,Preference from an early age. I also like science in general.,Study of the Earth and its resources.,Find and manage the Earth's resources.,Yes,A-levels being axed from the high-school curricula,Misrepresentation of geology as a 'dirty' resource-driven profession,Quantitative aspects of geology are not preferred by many students,"Our future, as a civilised society, depends on how well we use our geological resources. Geology is key to manage any future sustainable growth.",Academia is overly cliquey and competitive. Mass media literally massacre geology every day due to the poor understanding the general public has about it.,,,,,,,,,,,,5,4,3,1,1,2,3,1,1,2,2,1,1,3,3,1,3,2,2,1,2,Geohazards and seismology,"Geology, History, languages in general",Less bias from the media. It is criminal the way they portrait geology as responsible fro resource extraction...the same resources we need to live in a civilised society.
3/23/2021 19:30:55,I agree,54,Sheffield ,Male,White British ,Masters degree ,2015,None,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,Study of rocks,Advises on sub surface geology ,Jobs are off shore.,Difficult to find work across UK,Not hugely interesting ,Field work,Male dominated ,Yes,Did geography instead ,,4,5,4,4,3,3,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,4,2,1,5,4,2,1,2,,"Geography, Biology and Economics ",
3/23/2021 19:58:48,I agree,57,Sheffield ,Male,White British,Masters,2016,No religion,Straight,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,The study of rock formations,Studies rock formations,Not offered in schools,Not offered in University ,Not taught at GCSE,I have none,I have none,Yes,I didn’t enjoy Physical Geography,,4,4,4,4,3,2,1,1,2,2,3,3,1,5,5,2,5,3,3,1,2,,"Geography, Physics, ",Make it part of the national curriculum 
3/23/2021 20:31:54,I agree,20,Barnsley Metropolitan Council,Male,Mixed Western European,A-Level,2018,Non Religious,Bisesual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,"It is a very broad subject with a lot of potential specialization, previous interest in geography, paleontology and volcanology ","The science which deals with the physical structure and substance of the earth, their history, and the processes which act on them.","Study rocks, the environment, the climate, fluvial environments, and a great many other topics.",Yes,Body type and other conditions making fieldwork more difficult,Some of the more technical aspects like geophysics can be very daunting and difficult to understand for those less proficient in maths and physics,"Lack of availability, some sixth forms and colleges do not offer it",Its a broad and practical science that has a great range of potential positive impacts such as studying climate or flood planning.,Sometimes it can exclude the human aspect of certain issues,,,,,,,,,,,,4,4,3,3,3,5,5,5,3,5,3,5,5,3,5,4,3,3,4,5,4,International Politics and Relations,"History, Geology, Geography",Greater advertising of the wide scope of studies and applications of geology.
3/23/2021 21:10:44,I agree,21,West Suffolk ,Female,White British,A levels ,2018,No religion,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,I wanted to gain a wider understanding of the word around me ,The study of the Earth - has many disciplines ,"A range. Typical geologist studies rocks and minerals, structures etc but other disciplines are more environmental focused ",No,Lack of representation of other earth science disciplines in secondary education,,,The potential to help fix global issues ,May be seen as a ‘weird’ choice of study ,,,,,,,,,,,,3,4,3,2,3,2,1,3,2,2,3,4,1,2,2,1,3,4,2,1,2,,"Geography, chemistry, climate science",Make it more accessible for school students and show them that geology isn’t just looking at rocks 
3/23/2021 21:23:48,I agree,19,Northumberland county council,Female,White,A level,July 2019,None,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,Income and travelling ,The study of geochemistry and geophysical properties of rocks to understand planetary processes,Lab work includes the study the properties of rocks using microscopes and hand specimens. Studies internal processes of the Earth. Go in the field to draw sketches of outcrops and collect samples to draw up conclusions about what has happened in the palaeoenvironments,Yes,COVID-19 presents a barrier as it prevents going out into the field which is a very important part of geology,Prior knowledge of geology presents a small barrier and it is very helpful to have some knowledge in maths/physics/geolgoy,,"Adventure, very strong scientific degree, able to go into many related fields such as planetary sciences/astrophysics","Just studies rocks, boring",,,,,,,,,,,,1,4,1,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,4,2,1,2,1,1,1,1,Physics,"Geography, art graphics, spanish","Focus even more on travelling, and try to change perception that people think we just look at rocks. We also look at chemistry/physics/maths/"
3/23/2021 21:30:57,I agree,18,Durham university ,female,,A level ,2020,,,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,Feel good when went to field trip,"Rocks, tectonic, how Earth forms",Find more about geology,Yes,Maths,Mapping skills,Patience ,Like outdoor activities ,Boring,,,,,,,,,,,,4,4,3,4,3,5,5,5,5,5,5,5,5,3,5,4,3,3,5,5,5,,"PE, geography, maths",
3/23/2021 21:32:26,I agree,21,Fyle Council,Male,White,A-level,2018,Christian,Hetrosexual,No,Yes,Yes,Long term illness,Yes,Bachelors degree,It was part of my course (do Geophysiocs),The science about the history and structure of the Earth,"Goes out into the world and studies rocks, to enable better understanding of the layout of it.",No,Popularity,limited places that do it,Confusion with geography,n/a,n/a,,,,,,,,,,,,2,3,2,3,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,2,1,2,1,1,2,2,3,1,1,,"Maths, Physics, Computing",
3/23/2021 21:33:55,I agree,18,,Female,White British,A level,2020,Christian,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters),I want to learn more about the processes driving our planet and others in our universe,The study of physical processes driving the whole environment of our Earth.,Studies key physical quantities of processes on the earth,Yes,People tend to assume its all about just looking at rocks all day.,People aren't aware of the full range of skills you can aquire.,,Its at the forefront of research about our planet so we can help learn how to potentially prevent environmental disasters ,N/A,,,,,,,,,,,,1,2,3,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,3,1,2,1,1,"Seismology, minerology","Physics, chemistry, geology",More awareness into developing career paths and the vast range of opportunities in the subject field.
3/23/2021 21:50:38,I agree,21,North Down Borough Council,Male,White,A-Level,2017,None,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,The study of the Earth and the rocks that comprise it,"I could write an essay here but do not have the time. There are many disciplines and sub-disciplines within geology and geosciences, who could all probably be considered ‘geologists’.",Scientific background (or a lack thereof),,,"Useful, interesting, environmentally friendly - applicable to future industry","Oil, mining: industries that are ‘killing the planet’.

I know that my positive and negative perceptions are contradictions in terms but I think these are some widely held negative perceptions. ",No,,"Probably not. I probably would have stuck with the ‘core Sciences’ and maths, thus keeping my options open: you can study geology at university without having studied it at school; you can’t study physics and university without having studied it at school.",4,4,3,5,5,3,2,2,2,2,2,3,1,3,2,4,5,4,4,2,4,,"Earth Sciences, Music, Art","Revision of how geology is perceived. If you want people to engage with geosciences, it needs to be clear the VALUE it has to the NEAR FUTURE, especially regarding development of renewable energy technologies and infrastructure. People want to study something that is relevant today. In my opinion this should mean less focus on geological changes over millions of years and more focus on 10-100 year timescale geological processes and potential uses e.g. geoengineering and carbon capture, geothermal energy etc."
3/23/2021 22:09:57,I agree,19,Durham County Council,Female,white british,A-level,2019,Catholic ,Bisexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,"I enjoyed physical geography at school and sixth form, and when i was looking into uni degrees, saw geosciences fit my interests more","the study of rocks on a macro and micro scale, physical features and structures of outcrops and bedrock, and the movements and inner workings of planets. ","looks into the physical structures and movements of the Earth, some relating this to other interplanetary structures",Yes,prior knowledge of geology,stereotypes of it being nerdy :(,lack of equipment- can be expensive and unsure of which is the best brand etc to buy,"it affects everything around us, and so is very important to so much other science ",difficult,,,,,,,,,,,,2,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,2,1,1,3,1,1,1,1,n/a,"geochemistry, palaeontology and climatology","show that you don't need to do it before uni level to understand the degree, and link physical geography with geology more, as I think a lot of people would prefer taking geography for a degree rather than geology, as this is taught within schools is a lot more than geology."
3/23/2021 22:22:24,I agree,19,South Somerset,Male,White British,A Level,2020,Agnostic,Heterosexual,Informal carer,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,The study of the materials and dynamics of the solid earth (please don’t tell my uni if I get this wrong ahah) ,Study the above for research or industry purposes.,Misconceptions (people have said to me that it is inferior to other sciences),Not being studied at school often,,Combinations of different subjects,"As a geophysicist, memorising all the rocks and thin sections",Yes,I enjoyed geography at gcse so did that,,4,3,4,4,3,2,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,3,2,2,5,2,2,1,2,,"Maths, physics, geography",Great incorporation to schools
3/23/2021 22:22:29,I agree,21,North Down Borough Council,Male,White,A-Level,2017,None,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,The study of the Earth and the rocks that comprise it,"I could write an essay here but do not have the time. There are many disciplines and sub-disciplines within geology and geosciences, who could all probably be considered ‘geologists’.",Scientific background (or a lack thereof),,,"Useful, interesting, environmentally friendly - applicable to future industry","Oil, mining: industries that are ‘killing the planet’.

I know that my positive and negative perceptions are contradictions in terms but I think these are some widely held negative perceptions. ",No,,"Probably not. I probably would have stuck with the ‘core Sciences’ and maths, thus keeping my options open: you can study geology at university without having studied it at school; you can’t study physics and university without having studied it at school.",4,4,3,5,5,3,2,2,2,2,2,3,1,3,2,4,5,4,4,2,4,,"Earth Sciences, Music, Art","Revision of how geology is perceived. If you want people to engage with geosciences, it needs to be clear the VALUE it has to the NEAR FUTURE, especially regarding development of renewable energy technologies and infrastructure. People want to study something that is relevant today. In my opinion this should mean less focus on geological changes over millions of years and more focus on 10-100 year timescale geological processes and potential uses e.g. geoengineering and carbon capture, geothermal energy etc."
3/23/2021 22:55:33,I agree,18,Durham,female,white,a level ,2020,n/a,straight,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), A Level",because it was better than geography and teacher was very passionate and made the subject really interesting ,more than just rocks,"lots of things, too many to fit here",Yes,people think its just rocks ,don't associate it with other difficult sciences and therefore think its too easy of a choice ,lack of knowledge surrounding subject ,"I absolutely love it, one of the best decisions i have made is studying it","others opinions put me down ""its not a proper a level/ degree. No point studying it""",,,,,,,,,,,,5,4,5,3,3,3,3,2,2,1,4,2,1,5,3,2,5,4,5,1,5,"mineralogy, seismology ",physics maths environmental science,educate people about what it actually is and how it can lead to good careers
3/23/2021 23:22:00,I agree,21,East lindsey district council,Male,White British,A-level,June 2018,Atheist,Heterosexual,No,Yes,Yes,Dyslexia,Yes,"A Level, Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters)","I took it at A-level at it was something different bit still a science and decided I really enjoy it as a subject, and so decided to do it as a degree","The study of earth, it's systems and it's resources in a scientific manner",Study/research/assess geology in a broad or narrow topic,Yes,It is a subject know one knows if they will like until they choose it and it is hard to decide at A-level or even degree level to take a subject you have never studied previously,A lack of geology teachers at GCSE and A-level,Not represented in the pre-GCSE curriculum,It has such a broad range of study that nearly anyone can find an area that interests them,Can be extremely mathematical otherwise I have none,,,,,,,,,,,,5,4,3,2,3,5,5,5,5,5,5,5,5,3,5,5,2,4,5,5,5,"Archeology, Anthropology, Geography ( physical)",Geology Chemistry and Biology,More hands on teaching of it at lower academic levels
3/24/2021 2:23:59,I agree,18,Durham university ,female,,A level ,2020,,,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,Feel good when went to field trip,"Rocks, tectonic, how Earth forms",Find more about geology,Yes,Maths,Mapping skills,Patience ,Like outdoor activities ,Boring,,,,,,,,,,,,4,4,3,4,3,5,5,5,5,5,5,5,5,3,5,4,3,3,5,5,5,,"PE, geography, maths",
3/24/2021 9:31:14,I agree,45,Norwich / Norfolk,F,White British,PhD,2003,No religion,Heterosexual,Primary carer of child/ren under 18,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,"Study of rocks, minerals, their origins and properties","Studies, or works applying, geological knowledge",Perceived as boring,Unaware of subject as an option,Perceived as too specialised / few careers,"Fascinating (understand the history of the physical world); essential (vital to know more about it e.g. for safe construction, natural hazards)","Complex, reliant on spotting small details, rocks are at some level a bit samey...",Yes,Broader env sci was more interesting at the time I was choosing subjects. I had not studied geography which might have opened up more interest,,5,4,4,5,2,1,1,1,2,1,3,1,1,5,3,1,5,5,5,1,2,Sedimentology,"Geography, Maths, Design",Make its relevance to current life and society clear at school level
3/24/2021 9:31:14,I agree,22,,Female,White British,Bachelors Degree,2019,Christian ,Heterosexual,"No, Carer of child/ren with disability, learning needs or health issues",Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,I have always found geological processes and earth history fascinating. ,"Geology is the study of rocks and rock processes, and using this to understand how the Earth has changed over time, and how it may change in the future.","In my experience, become a researcher at a professional body or university or get a job in a geotechnical firm. ",No,"It is not well represented at a lower academic level (eg. schools), what is taught at schools is often not representative of it as a science at university level. ","In my experience, every geology course is very subjective. Some courses rely heavily on essays and understanding processes, and others are much more mathematical. These differences can create obstacles after finishing degrees. ","It's a male dominated field, which can be intimidating to women looking to go into the subject.","It's a really interesting subject, and I loved learning about all aspects of it, it's a real passion for me. ","I am not excited about the any of the entry level careers, or indeed any of the jobs available for geologists that don't go into research. However, applying for PhDs and getting postdoctoral positions is very competitive. It seems likely that although I love my subject, I may not end up working as a geologist. ",,,,,,,,,,,,2,4,2,3,1,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,1,1,,"Geology, Physics and Chemistry","Improve it's reputation at a school level. Where I grew up, geology was barely known as a subject. "
3/24/2021 9:37:04,I agree,22,Bristol City Council,Female,White British,Alevels,2017,Athiest,Homosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"A Level, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters)","I enjoyed physical geography in secondary school, then realised Geology was offered as an A-level subject at my college at the last moment. It turned out that I was good at it compared to my other science Alevels, so I stuck with it.","Study of Earth science. An integration of chemistry , physics and biology within the context of the Earth System ","Mining , Oil and Gas, Renewable Energy sector, Construction, consultancy, academic research , are the things which immediately come to mind ",No,"Funding. Having the correct field kit for trips is expensive, I had to rely on second hand hiking clothing from charity shops (I have no major problem with this, but highlights how expensive hiking gear can be) and my first pair of walking boots quickly disintegrated and ended up costing me more.","This didn't apply to me, as I was fortunate enough to have parents who involved me in the outdoors from a young age, but encouragement from parents / school to be curious about the natural world. ",,"I presumed that careers in geology were principally about mining and oil and gas, until I discovered many careers where geological principles could still be applied e.g. environmental consultancy, geotechnical engineering, computing etc.

","Geologists in TV / media are always the weirdos, and the subject is given bad credit 



",,,,,,,,,,,,3,3,3,4,3,2,1,1,2,2,2,1,1,3,3,3,3,3,2,1,2,"Petrology, geochemistry, biogeochemistry, ","Geology, Anthropology, Sociology","Better inclusivity , encouragement of the subject from a young age "
3/24/2021 10:06:37,I agree,24,Heanor and Loscoe,Female,British ,PGCE,2019,Non religious ,Straight ,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,The study of the earth and environment ,Survey the environment? ,Travel,Money,,Gain an insight of the world around us,Can sometimes be a dry /boring topic to discuss,No,,"No, I think I'd find it a little boring. I also prefer less practical subjects",1,3,4,4,2,1,1,3,2,1,1,1,2,1,2,2,2,5,3,1,1,,"Biology, maths, zoology ",
3/24/2021 10:08:57,I agree,19,South Tyneside Council,Female,White-British,A-Level,2020,No affiliation/athiest.,Asexual/aromantic,"Co-carer of adult(s) with disability, learning needs or health issues/elderly person/people",No,Prefer not to say,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,The study of the Earth's structure and the minerals/energy within it.,Someone who studies the constituent parts of the Earth.,Lack of knowledge.,General view of public that it is just 'looking at rocks'.,Little to no access to it at young ages.,"Interesting, different, pays well as a career.","Hard to understand, complicated, elitist industry.",No,,Yes. I was interested in my younger years but had no access.,4,3,2,3,2,3,1,1,2,2,4,3,1,3,2,1,3,4,3,1,3,,"Geography, Physics, English.",Make it more available to younger children.
3/24/2021 10:09:28,I agree,21,Derbyshire county council ,Female ,White ,A-level,2018,N/A,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,The study of the earths features ,Look at the earths resources and how they impact human life ,Lack of knowledge surrounding the topic ,Thinking you don’t know enough about geography ,,It’s a very hands on carer job ,No ,Yes,I’m more interested in animals in the environment rather than the earth it’s self but I do find it interesting and it does link in with some stuff I learn about ,,2,1,2,1,3,3,2,2,2,1,2,3,2,3,3,2,3,3,2,2,2,,Biology chemistry and history ,Make it seem less like geography as I think many believe it’s like gsce or a level geography which I don’t think it is 
3/24/2021 10:11:32,I agree,21,,Male,white British,A-level,2018,none,heterosexual ,No,Yes,Yes,dyslexia ,Yes,Bachelors degree,so I can work outdoors ,rocks and lava,look at rocks and lava,Yes,it is not made available in many schools at GCSE and A-level ,The bad perception of mining/ other environmental factors ,,"interesting, outdoorsy, economically important for almost all industry",Palaeontology is cringe ,,,,,,,,,,,,4,4,3,5,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,2,1,5,2,1,5,3,2,1,1,,"computer science, geology, geography ",Improve public image of the resource extraction centre and raise awareness of other areas of geology  
3/24/2021 10:21:34,I agree,37,Derby city,Female ,British ,Level 4,2020,None,Straight ,No,Yes,No,,Yes,AS Level (or equiv),Links in to the environment ,Study of rocks,"Look at rocks and volcanoes, mountains etc",Yes,Need to be good at science,"Lots of travel abroad, to country side",Male dominated work force,Interesting subject,Lot of chemistry involved,,,,,,,,,,,,1,4,1,3,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,4,1,1,2,1,2,1,1,Effects on animals,"History, animals and music",More assessable 
3/24/2021 10:30:17,I agree,20,Shropshire Council,Male,White English,A Level,2019,None,Straight,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree",I enjoyed Geology at A level so decided to carry on studying it,The study of the earth and it's history,"Geologists can do many things such as:
- Explore for resources 
- Monitor hazards - volcanoes 
- Be a curator in a museum 
- Help build roads, railways, bridges, tunnels and buildings 
- Manage water resources 
- Find potential energy sources 
(Basically you can't go a whole day without coming into contact with something a geologist has done!)",Yes,The perception that it is related to fossil fuels,When mining you are destroying the environment,People aren't fully exposed to geology in school,Trying to make the world a more sustainable place while also trying to reach demand,I don't have any,,,,,,,,,,,,3,2,4,4,4,5,5,5,5,5,4,5,5,3,5,5,5,5,5,5,5,,"Geology, Geography, Biology",More exposure in schools
3/24/2021 10:30:33,I agree,38,HPBC,Female,White British,BA,2004,Christian,Hetero,Co-carer of child/ren under 18,No,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,Study of rocks and their formations? ,"Uses their knowledge to predict the future for various industries, looks at energy sources, informs policy, teaches. ","At school/college/uni, I'd have had no idea what kinds of careers were available. It didn't seem like the skills and knowledge would be transferable. ",Lack of understanding what it is. ,Rocks' on its own doesn't sound hugely engaging (although I'm sure the application of knowledge surrounding them is).,People in the field seem very passionate about their subject. ,Has an archaic feel (if you have little/no knowledge of it). ,No,,"No, I was always going to study something in the creative arts. ",3,5,2,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,4,2,1,3,2,2,1,4,Gems/minerals? ,"Art, Design, English. ","Clarity around the application of geology, to inspire and make it seem highly relevant today. What careers can you go into? How can you shape the future? Where could I apply my skills? What are other people who studied it doing now?  What is it?! "
3/24/2021 10:34:17,I agree,65,Sheffield,Female,White British,Masters,1979,none,lesbian,No,No,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,"an earth science, the study of the structure of the earth, and the impact of humanity upon it","studies geology, collects rocks (I shared an office with a geologist)",might seem boring (a lot of old rocks),"might seem to be a-political, not related to current issues",might seem a bit hearty and male,All the geologists I've met seem very nice,only about rocks (Ive never got over being asked by a 6 year old what was my favourite rock),No,,No. I did science A levels and a law degree. ,1,2,2,2,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,2,1,2,2,1,1,1,Climate change,"History, law, human geography",make it less male
3/24/2021 10:44:01,I agree,25,Daventry,Female,White British,Msci,2017,Christian,Straight,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters), PhD",Because I was interested in volcanoes and earthquakes and wanted to understand more about how the earth worked as a system. I was suggested by a teacher to study Geology instead of Geography as it would be more suited towards my interests.,"Geology is the study of earth system and processes, and not just rocks!","A geologist can do several jobs, but mostly looks at the geological structure and processes occurring in a region which can be used for a wide range or reasons.",No,Access to geology A-level/GCSE at school,Not being aware of Geology,Disabilities which may impact being able to do fieldwork,There is great fieldwork opportunities and its a very outdoorsy subject which is great,"A lot of courses can be very mineralogical based, which is not the only aspect of geology",,,,,,,,,,,,4,4,3,2,2,1,1,1,2,2,2,1,1,1,2,1,2,2,2,1,2,,"Maths, Physics, Geography",Showing the possibilities for jobs and what it involves in the real world so people don't think its just looking at rocks!
3/24/2021 10:47:58,I agree,25,,female,White - English/Welsh/Scottish/Northern Irish/British,masters,2018,none,heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,Study of rocks/earth,"researches rocks and the physical aspects and patterns in the earth, locations of minerals, stones etc, the natural physical movement of the earth (e.g. volcanoes, tectonic plates).  ",Lack of awareness of career paths,lack of understanding of what it actually is,,It sounds and looks very interesting and I feel is an important role for understanding our earth,"none really, it just isn't a specialist field I know much about",No,,"Yes! I wanted to be a geologist as a child, it was never available to me so I ended up taking a very different path and know very little about the details of geology now. I always found it an interesting area of specialism, and love the natural earth as it is, but it was a more unusual science and an understated pathway that took my interest. ",3,4,5,5,5,5,4,4,5,5,5,5,5,4,4,5,5,3,5,4,5,not that I can think of,"Biology, Animal Sciences, Art","Advertisement and Marketing- I feel people just don't know what options are available and what is out there, and access to this, or at least signposting to where it is, would help. "
3/24/2021 10:57:10,I agree,33,Telford and wrekin ,Female ,British ,Bachelors degree,2017,Non,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,Study of rocks ,Stuck rocks,Finance ,Job opportunity ,Family commitments,You can fund evidence of major historical events  ,Maybe borning?,Yes,It wasnt in my field of interest ,,1,4,3,5,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,2,1,5,4,2,5,2,4,1,2,No ,"Biology, pharmacology environment  ",Guaranteed jobs and sponsorship through study
3/24/2021 11:08:48,I agree,24,Unknown,Male,White latino,Swiss matura / A levels,2017 june,None,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,GCSE (or equiv),I did not. Was compulsory.,"Study of earth, stones and landscapes. Soil types, minerals and certain fluids too.","Sample earth, check quality.",Yes,"Boring, ",Working with inanimate objects,Earth is ubiquitous,May find something important. Tjose in m,"Boring, stones are not alive. Soil does not sound interesting. ",,,,,,,,,,,,4,4,3,4,4,2,1,1,1,1,4,1,1,4,1,1,4,4,2,1,3,,"Biology, maths, english",Start showing what they do. I have no idea and noone has bothered to show it.
3/24/2021 11:08:50,I agree,21,,female,malay (malaysian) ,A-Level ,march/april 2020,islam,,No,No,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,study of the composites of the Earth and its evolution/history,investigate the phenomenons and Earth composite minerals for economic/study purposes,"not popularised (compared to law, accounting etc) in my home country",barely any knowledge about what geology actually is and what they do in my country,not looked up upon and people only think of it as study of rocks ,makes me understand and appreciate how how our landforms form and how animals and plants evolved over time ,"its kind of bland, just studying composites of soils and rocks ",No,,no because of the things i’ve mentioned in the previous section. my mind changed about geology when i started studying it for first year,4,3,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,3,4,1,2,2,3,1,2,,"English Literature, Geography and Chemistry",do talks and promote geology as a course and subject to students
3/24/2021 11:09:37,I agree,19,Wolverhampton City Council,Male,White British,A level,August 2020,Atheist,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"A Level, Bachelors degree","Favourite A level subject, really appealing future prospects as well",study of the earth,studies the physical earth the explain it's past and extending that to other celestial bodies potentially,Yes,Stigma around it being just rocks,Ideas about fieldwork perhaps makes it seems disability unfriendly,,Oppurtunities to work outdoor and not just a desk job,none,,,,,,,,,,,,3,5,3,3,2,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,4,2,2,5,2,3,1,1,,"Physics, Geology, RS",more outreach
3/24/2021 11:16:06,I agree,30,Cheshire East,Male,White,Bachelors degree,2011,Non-Religious,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree",I enjoyed physical geography at school ,"Study of the earth, it's structure, and it's processes",Helps others understand the structure and processes of the earth - be it in professionally or those around them. ,Yes,"Gender - Far fewer females study geology, and less become employed as geologists after study.","Race - Whilst there were several students who were international on my course, very few british people from minority backgrounds studied geology, in my opinion.",Secondary education - Geography is taught at most schools but not many GCSEs in geology are available which means people may not persue it following GCSE level,"Geology is a holistic subject which takes into account all of the other sciences. It effects every part of our daily lives, whether we understand it or not.","I feel that a lot of people consider the subject to be boring and ""about rocks and stuff"" - and that it can be tedious and hard to understand. ",,,,,,,,,,,,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,"Chemistry, history, art. Geology is a very holistic subject and effects everything from the state of the atmosphere to the pigments in an artist's paint.","Geology, History, Graphic design.",Get across how geology effects everything! 
3/24/2021 11:17:37,I agree,21,Bristol City Council,cisgender woman,mixed race - white/asian,International Baccalaureate ,2017,none,bisexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,Interested in physical earth processes from geography at school,"study of earth's geophysical properties, characteristics, history",investigates the physical history of earth based on surface evidence,No,geology is not widely available as a subject in schools - especially in international baccalaureate it is not an option at all,"relax approach to prerequisites at uni meant that most of my peers do not have strong backgrounds in maths, chemistry, physics",very hard to conceptualise without prior learning of geology,"very hands on subject, lots of outdoor work, learn to understand the environment we live in",its just all rocks,,,,,,,,,,,,3,4,1,3,1,2,1,1,1,1,2,3,1,3,3,1,4,1,3,1,3,,"Art, Geography, English","increase awareness of job opportunities and relevance in the real world, i.e. mars rover, volcanology, hazard response"
3/24/2021 11:57:07,I agree,22,,Male,White,Masters,2020,None,Gay,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters)","Enjoyed science at school, geology felt like a good opportunity to learn more about the 3 typical science subjects (biology, physics, chemistry). Liked the idea of fieldwork while studying and a career where I can work outdoors. ","Study of rocks, to understand earth systems and history",Collects data from rocks to help understand the earth's systems and history,Yes,Not aware that it exists as a subject (was not available as an A Level at my school),"Potential career paths or further study not known, making it seem like a risky degree course",Perception that you have to enter oil and gas industry after studying geology,"Broad, varied and interesting subject matter. Genuine enthusiasm for the subject from people studying it",The word rocks sounds boring,,,,,,,,,,,,3,2,2,3,4,3,3,2,3,2,2,1,1,3,4,2,4,2,3,2,2,N/A,"Geology, Physics, English",Varied career advice
3/24/2021 12:21:30,I agree,48,Lowestoft - East Suffolk,Female,White European,EngD,2011,Buddhist,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"A Level, Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters), PhD",It fulfils my curiosity and love of nature/universe at the same time.,It is the logic of the natural materials within the Earth and other planets,She/He studies and tries to achieve an understanding of the functioning of natural materials within the Earth and other planets; applies the knowledge to seek practical solutions to issues. ,Yes,Lack of understanding of prospects and what geologists do. ,"Professions have become too practical and detached from theory or from study for the sake of study. Nobody I know who is a non-geologist understands why people should study geology. Since I was a child I had to fight the concept that engineers are cool, while geologists just dig holes.",Lacks of funding for research and of jobs.,Geology saves lives.,I have no negative perception.,,,,,,,,,,,,1,1,3,3,3,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,2,1,2,1,1,1,1,Can't think of any.,"Physics, History/archaeology, religions.","Recruit or outreach children at school, as they will transfer knowledge to their parents (hopefully). "
3/24/2021 12:50:13,I agree,27,Peterborough,Female,British,A-Level,2013,None,Bisexual,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,The study of rocks and Earths structure,Unsure,I don't know much about the area - wasn't really informed about it at school,Unsure what jobs/roles there are that can be done with a geology degree,Never really been inspired about geology,Don't really have any positive or negative perceptions - haven't thought about it much,Don't really have any positive or negative perceptions - haven't thought about it much,No,,"Possibly - I like learning about the environment and what impacts it. I think geology would be relevant/related to this in some way, so it would be interesting to learn about.",2,4,3,4,4,1,1,1,1,1,1,3,2,4,1,2,3,4,2,1,2,,"Chemistry, Biology and History",There isn't much promotion around the subject - there is a lot of talk on the environment but people tend to focus more on animals rather than the other sides of it. 
3/24/2021 13:24:07,I agree,19,,Male,British,A level,2019,,,No,Yes,Prefer not to say,,Yes,Bachelors degree,Seemed interesting and live the outdoors,The study of rocks and the ground,All sorts of the things related to rocks and the ground,Yes,Seems boring ,No clue what it is,Dislike the outdoors,Interesting and full of nice people,Can be boring ,,,,,,,,,,,,5,3,2,3,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,4,2,1,5,3,2,1,1,Physics,"Physics, Geography, Geology",Increase understanding of the subject
3/24/2021 13:30:04,I agree,31,,Female ,White British,Masters,2015,Christian,Straight ,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters),It looked interesting and I enjoyed geography at GCSE,The study of the earth,Everything. Geology covers a wide variety of disciplines ranging from geophysics used for surveying and engineering to palaeontology used in furthering the knowledge of earth's history.,Yes,Not as well adversised as core sciences,Limited career posibility without unpaid experience ,Negative images in pop culture eg Friends/ Big Bang Theory,Dinosaurs,Dinosaurs,,,,,,,,,,,,2,3,3,2,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,3,1,2,3,1,1,1,2,,"Geology, Physucal Geography, English",Better awareness
3/24/2021 14:30:13,I agree,19,,Female,White British ,A Levels ,2020,None ,Straight,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,Loved been outside and science subjects ,Studying the physical structure of the Earth and the history of how it got to where it is today.,Pretty much everything to do with the natural world ,Yes,Lack of outdoor experiences in high school,People just thinks it’s rocks ,Not widely taught at schools ,You aren’t stuck behind a desk and can travel whilst doing your job ,I don’t have one ,,,,,,,,,,,,2,2,4,3,3,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,3,1,1,3,2,2,1,1,,"Geology, Geography, Chemistry ",Include it more in the curriculum in schools
3/24/2021 14:43:17,I agree,18,,,,A-Levels,,,,No,,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,The study of rocks,"Look at rocks, volcanoes and other rock formations ",Not enough information about the topic ,Not advertised enough in school ,Don’t know what careers can come from the degree,It’s interesting ,N/A,No,,No as I don’t have an interest in it,2,4,5,5,3,1,1,1,2,1,2,2,2,3,2,2,3,2,3,1,1,,"Chemistry, maths, music",
3/24/2021 15:01:52,I agree,18,,female,white british,A-Level,2020,Christian,heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,"rocks, fossils, and the planet. The study of natural stuff.",Study the ecological landscape? Not entirely sure. Look at rocks?,Not knowing what it's actually about,Most schools don't offer it at A-Level so it doesn't occur to peope to study it further,Not knowing what the job market is like,I really like rocks and fossils and earning about the environment.,Not a big job market so would have to go into teaching or a job completely unrelated to the degree,No,,"Yes, I always really liked the environemental side of geography at school so I think I would have really enjoyed it",2,5,5,5,3,2,2,2,2,2,1,1,1,4,3,4,4,5,3,1,2,,"Computer Science, Physics, Maths",Offered at school and more information on what comes after the degree
3/24/2021 15:50:00,I agree,59,,Male,British,PhD,1985,Christian,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"A Level, Bachelors degree, PhD",Inspired by a teacher at school.,The study of Earth processes and Earth history,Strives to understand how the Earth works and its history ,Yes,Uncertainty of career options,"Appeals only to ""outdoor types""",Association with extractive industries,It must be fascinating to study the history of the Earth and past life,Geology-related industries contribute to climate change,,,,,,,,,,,,2,2,2,3,3,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,4,3,2,1,1,"Minerals, mining, hazard mitigation","Geology, History, Language",Educate more at school.
3/24/2021 15:57:42,I agree,31,Cardiff,Female,White,BA (Hons),2012,Christian,Bisexual,No,Yes,Yes,Dyslexia,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,The science behind locations and geological factors,Research/study geology topics,Knowing what the topic covers,What oppertunities come from studying it ,Enjoyment of subject in early years,Its a fascinating breakdown of locations and people,Some bits seem boring,Yes,Didn't link to careers i wanted to pursue,,2,4,3,2,2,1,1,1,2,1,1,2,2,2,2,1,1,2,1,1,1,,"Art, history and ICT",Career based linked subjects eg. Engineering via renewable resources can like to learning about locations natural resources
3/24/2021 15:58:24,I agree,28,Derbyshire County Council,Female,White British,A Level equivalent,2019,Atheist,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,The study of the Earth,"Studies the make-up of the planet i.e. rock, inner composition, ocean",Potential lack of job opportunities post-graduation,,,It is admirable that there are people dedicated to understanding this planet that we live on and depend on,None,No,,"For me personally no, I am more interesting in biological science than environmental science but that is not to say I don't care about it at all",1,3,2,4,3,1,1,1,2,1,1,2,1,3,2,2,3,1,2,1,1,,"Biology, languages, Maths",
3/24/2021 16:07:41,I agree,18,Rotherham borough council,Female,White british,A level ,August 2020,Christian,Straight ,No,Yes,Yes,"Anxiety, bulimia ",No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,Studying rocks and earth,Look at rocks and take samples and work in labs,Career options,,,It’s a very outdoors and interesting subject,Hard to get a job in geology ,No,,Yes because I am interested in the outdoors ,2,3,5,5,4,1,2,1,2,1,1,1,1,3,2,3,3,2,2,1,1,,"Physics, maths, chemistry",More awareness of the subject in schools 
3/24/2021 16:17:38,I agree,19,West Suffolk ,Female ,British ,A-Level,June 2020,N/A,Straight ,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,Study of rocks and the processes which affect them over time. ,"Research into rocks, structure of earth, mapping over geological timeframes. ","Not offered at many institutions, particularly at A-level","Not really publicised I.e. many people may not know it’s possible to study, especially at lower levels ",,Interesting ,Dull - only looking at rocks ,No,,"yes, particularly if offered at A-level as I was always really interested in geography and knew I wanted to study it at uni so geology would have complimented this well",2,3,3,4,4,1,1,1,2,2,2,1,1,3,1,1,3,3,3,1,1,,"Geography, chemistry, biology ",
3/24/2021 16:18:08,I agree,18,South Gloucestershire ,Female,White British,A levels,2020,no religion,,No,Yes,No,,Yes,A Level,part of the geography course ,studying rock composition ,using rocks to determine environmental change,No,knowledge of science ,maths,,it is useful ,used in fossil fuel industries,,,,,,,,,,,,3,3,2,1,3,5,5,5,3,3,3,4,4,1,1,4,1,1,1,4,1,,"geography, history, politics",
3/24/2021 16:20:44,I agree,22,Herefordshire Council ,Male,White British ,A-Level (Final Year Bachelors),2017,Atheist ,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,The study of rocks and their changes over time.,Study the rocks and materials of the Earth ,Limited access to the subject at A-Level ,Lack of perceived career opportunities ,Perception of the subject ,It is an incredibly interesting subject and is the foundation for understanding a huge range of earth processes.,Can be boring/uninteresting at times when studying the huge array of rock and mineral types ,Yes,"I had already prioritised other science subjects for A-Levels (namely Physics, Biology, Geography) ",,4,4,3,2,2,2,1,1,1,1,2,2,1,4,3,1,2,2,2,1,2,Chemistry ,"Geography, Physics, Biology ",Promote the subject as a strong career path 
3/24/2021 16:23:10,I agree,18,Birmingham City Council,Female,Asian,A-Levels,July 2020,Muslim,Straight,No,No,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,"The study of the earth, what its made of and the processes which function and how that leads to creation of landforms over time. ",Study the physical processes on Earth. Examine the earths materials.,Not knowing enough about the subject and what you study.,"It not being incorporated in early education enough e.g. GCSE's/ it is incorporated but not referred to as 'Geology' specifically e.g. studying geology material in ""Science.""",,Interesting to learn about.,(personally) too scientific.,No,,"No. I have not been given enough information on the subject nor do I have the knowledge to know what it involves to pick it. With other subjects, I would have an inkling about what it involves, already have experience with it or know through peers, family and friends what the subject is like. However, I do not know anyone personally that has taken Geology as a subject. ",3,3,3,4,4,2,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,3,2,2,4,3,3,2,2,,"Geography, Sociology and Biology","To include the subject in early education more whether as a main or an option and to highlight when touching upon content that come under geology in school. To promote the subject more, whether through insight/ taster days or through having detailed information of the subject accessible to students throughout education, particularly highlighting the benefits of the subject and what you get out of it."
3/24/2021 16:23:47,I agree,20,Coventry,Female ,White British ,A Level ,June 2019 ,Athiest ,Straight ,"Co-carer of adult(s) with disability, learning needs or health issues/elderly person/people, Informal carer",No,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,Study of rocks ,Study rocks ,May be viewed as having limited job prospects,I think it may be viewed as a more masculine discipline,,Vital in study and research of real world issues like climate change. ,"Personally, lack of interest. I know very little about geology except that it's about rocks. This seems a little boring to me but I think that's probably because I know very little about it - not that it's actually boring. Also I'm not very outdoorsy. ",Yes,Lack of interest (more interested in other subjects that were offered) ,,3,3,4,4,3,2,1,1,2,3,4,3,2,4,4,2,4,5,4,1,4,,"Geography, politics, design ","Better subject branding- 'rocks' are not exciting to people who don't know anything about them. Volcanos, space and oil are exciting, I think maybe focus on those things to draw people in. Also I might be wrong but it seems like a very male dominated discipline (it might not actually be but it seems that way as an outsider). Maybe there should be a focus on promoting women in the subject to make it more appealing to women? "
3/24/2021 16:27:05,I agree,21,,Female,White,A Levels,2018,none,bisexual,No,Yes,Yes,Autism and Anxiety,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,"the study of the Earth and its structure, dynamics and evolution","studies the Earth's structures, processes and evolution, in industry to identify and quantify its natural resources",not knowing what it is (most of my high-school classmates had no idea what I was going to study),lack of scientific background,lack of access to education due to societal factors,"outdoor working possible, accessible teaching",male-dominated,No,,"Geology was not an available subject at my school, it was only available at one school on the region. At 16 I didn't know what I wanted to do with my life and so chose to study maths and science A-Levels at my original school as I didn't want to move to a school where I knew no one. ",3,5,3,5,1,1,1,1,1,1,3,2,1,4,1,2,2,2,2,1,1,"Mineralogy, Geochemistry, Petrology",Physics Chemistry Art,"introduce it to students in schools earlier. Lots of young people say they know next to nothing about climate change, and that is one of the major areas of research within geology and environmental sciences, so there is definitely a desire among young people to learn about the Earth and the Environment. "
3/24/2021 16:27:20,I agree,21,South Lakeland,Female,White British,Masters,2021,None,Straight,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters)",The topics were relatable in the world around me.,The study of earth processes.,Study fundamental earth processes.,Yes,Interest in the subject,Disability,Low finances,Friendly colleagues,Heavily white male dominated,,,,,,,,,,,,2,3,3,3,3,2,2,2,2,2,3,2,1,3,2,2,4,3,3,2,2,Contaminated land remediation,"Chemistry, Politics, French","Have a more even display of ethnicities, gender, backgrounds of people working or studying geology"
3/24/2021 16:27:41,I agree,20,Coventry,Female,White,A-levels,2019,agnostic,bisexual,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,"Study of rocks, earth processes and historic earth processes ","study rocks with implications for other areas - eg urban planning/civic engineering, or understanding the earth a long time ago",Boring,Tedious,Not offered at my school,Very hands on and get lots of lab experience,Tedious looking under the microscope and assessing rocks,No,,"No, there were other subjects i very much wanted to do anyway",4,2,2,5,2,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,4,2,2,3,2,2,1,1,no,"Geography, History, Maths","Promote it as a path to help improve sustainability, as my generation are very concerned with this"
3/24/2021 16:30:39,I agree,20,City of Wolverhampton,Female,White British,A-level,Finished summer 2018,Agnostic,Between heterosexual and bisexual,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,"I would say the study of the rocks that make up the earth's surface, and therefore the age and timespan of earth and earth processes (inc tectonics).","Analyses rocks and rock formations to establish earth timeline and age, and studies the causes of tectonic events like volcanoes",Lots of maths (i've seen this from a fellow student studying geology),Quite sciencey (not a turn off for me but may be for other people),,"Very influential in knowing how old our planet is and the processes that have shaped its changes over time, one of the oldest sciences. Also social application in looking at hazards like volcanoes and EQs","Very maths-heavy, which is a turn off for me because I find maths interesting but am not necessarily gifted at it. Also I kind of feel like it has pretty limited social/real world application in terms of improving the state of world, despite improving our KNOWLEDGE about it.",Yes,"Mainly because geography (my current course) offers the science side of things which I love but also the social side. It is as a discipline, extremely focused on current issues and up to date, and is about learning about the world as a whole. I feel it gives a great awareness to what's going on in the world from many diff aspects, and on the whole contributes to bettering the world whether tht's through learning about neocolonialism, poverty, pollution etc. Geology I feel only encapsulates the science side of that wide range (still undeiably important) - possibly not as well-rounded.",,4,3,2,5,4,3,1,1,2,1,3,2,2,4,4,4,4,4,3,1,3,"mapping and data analysis, and physics as a whole","Geography, Psychology, maybe history (but have never studied it at gcse or above)","Maybe lots of maths support, and clear emphasis on and communication of its social and wider world applications."
3/24/2021 16:32:25,I agree,19,Dudley,Female,White,A-level,2020,N/A,Straight,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,"Focuses on the study of rocks and sediment, how landscapes are formed focusing on erosion and deposition ",lots of things.,Not enough exploration into it as a subject at A-level or GCSE,Appears white male based type of study.,Lack of opportunity to get involved with the subject.,I think it is a very interesting subject and considered it for my degree. The reason for not taking it was the lack of opportunity to take it at A-level and the lack of incorporation in geography a level. ,"Seems a masculine based degree, as a white female sometimes this can be unwelcome and make you feel as though you do not belong. ",Yes,"I did not realise it was an option at my college until after I had started and by this point it was too late to change options.  Geography and geology were not very well pushed as a subject to choose, hence why I never saw it on the open day. ",,2,3,1,4,2,2,1,2,1,2,2,2,1,5,2,1,4,2,3,2,4,n/a,"Geography, History, English Lit",Greater incorporation in education curriculum and importance in jobs for future. 
3/24/2021 16:33:20,I agree,18,Kettering Borough Council,Female,White British,A-Levels,Summer 2020,Christian,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,Science/study of the earth and its processes,"Many things! Studies major tectonic events and their impacts, mapping of areas, river systems, works with engineers... and much more!",Lack of public knowlege as to what geology really is. ,Common misconception that it is 'just rocks' and 'rocks are dull'.,,Facinating! Looks at bigger events like earthquakes and volcanoes and why the Earth looks the way it does which I find facinating.,None :),No,,"Potentially not at A-Level, until starting uni I had no idea what geology really was apart from rocks!",3,2,3,2,2,2,1,1,2,1,2,2,1,4,3,2,4,2,3,1,2,Dont think so?,"Geology, Chemistry, Maths",Public awareness of what geology really is other than just rocks. I'm sure people like myself would be more than happy to go around to local schools and share our stories and express what geology truly is
3/24/2021 16:33:31,I agree,20,Birmingham City Council,Male,White,A Levels,2018,Christian,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,The study of rocks/the structure of the earth & processes which shape it.,Studies the earth's structure and rocks.,I don't find it interesting.,,,I think it has important applications.,I think its boring.,Yes,I don't find it interesting.,,4,4,2,4,2,3,1,1,1,2,3,3,1,3,4,1,3,4,3,1,2,,"Ecology, Geography, Biology",Try and make it seem more interesting.
3/24/2021 16:34:08,I agree,19,Solihull council,Female,White,Alevels,2020,Atheist ,Heterosexual ,No,No,No,,Yes,A Level,Because it was a very unique subject and I love learning the connections of us to earth and the past ,"Geology is the study of the earth. Includes fossils, disasters, meteorites, minerals and many more as well as our earths past and how it works ","Geologists study the earth either by monitoring volcanoes/earthquakes/tsunamis or finding new mineral deposits to mine, to research and many other things ",No,People think you are strange if you learn Geology ,People don't understand it.,People think i just look at rocks all day.,It has opened my mind to the connections we all share with the earth.,Personally I don't support the oil and gas mining industry. It is partially ruining our planet,,,,,,,,,,,,2,2,5,5,3,1,1,1,2,1,1,1,1,5,3,3,5,3,4,2,4,,"Art, geography and geology ",To tell people to be open minded and not just judge geology by other people's opinions on it when they have never studied it themselves 
3/24/2021 16:59:07,I agree,36,Norfolk,Female,White,Masters,2006,None,Hetero,Co-carer of child/ren under 18,Yes,No,,Yes,PhD,"Love of outdoors, of rocks and processes. Enjoyed physical geography at school. ","The study of rock, rock formation, processes that change rocks. ",Study rocks and all of the above. Inform policy makers and stakeholders. ,Yes,Money for uni/filed courses.,Knowledge it exists ,A level choices,I love it,Male dominated ,,,,,,,,,,,,4,5,4,4,3,2,2,1,2,2,3,4,1,3,4,4,4,4,3,1,3,,Chemistr geography economics,Female representation 
3/24/2021 17:08:50,I agree,20,St Albans City and District,Female,White British,A-Level,Summer 2019,None,Heterosexual,No,Yes,Yes,Long-term Health Condition,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,Study of rocks,Assess rock formations and their associated landforms,Not in mainstream secondary education syllabus,inaccessible until university,Seems like a relatively niche subject area,Helps to explain a lot of physical geography,Potentially seems very chemistry related,Yes,I chose geography instead - broader and more diverse subject ,,2,3,4,5,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,3,3,1,2,3,2,1,2,,"Geography, history, biology",Make it accessible from a younger age
3/24/2021 17:09:44,I agree,20,Oxford County Council,Female,White British,A-levels,2019,Christian,Female,No,Yes,Yes,Deaf,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,study of rocks and the surrounding processes around rocks. ,"Research, fieldwork in a particular site, set up lectures for aspiring geologists, not always about rocks, they can research technical topics impacted by rocks such as water.",Never had a taster session on geology from schools and A-levels. ,You have to commit your a-level choices to geology rather than being exploratory.,,"A topic that is never the same, you are mostly outside researching.",You would have to travel to a different country to work in geology which is based on what my dad was given the option of but he decided to stay in UK to have family and teach.,Yes,"I have found an interest in spatial and statistical mapping which is under the umbrella of Geography and Geography is a broad subject making it an attractive option so I moved from Geology. Now filling in the survey, there are also components of surface-level geology topics that I really enjoyed in my geography course and wondered what would be different for me! ",,3,1,4,5,4,1,1,2,1,1,3,1,1,4,4,2,5,3,3,1,2,,"Geography, Maths and Photography",Spread the topics to earlier years into GCSEs and A-Level Geography to demonstrate the topic area which helps students to make an educated guess. 
3/24/2021 17:11:14,I agree,52,Liverpool,Male,White Caucasian ,Phd,1994,"None, atheist ",Heterosexual,"Co-carer of adult(s) with disability, learning needs or health issues/elderly person/people",Yes,No,,Yes,PhD,Dinosaurs,The study of the solid earth and its deep-time history ,"Studies the solid earth and its deep-time history, often with significant societal impact",Yes,Lithophobia,,,I love it like a little rocky child ,"Volcanoes. They’re just a bit obvious, don’t you think? ",,,,,,,,,,,,4,3,1,3,3,2,1,1,4,2,3,1,1,1,2,1,2,3,1,1,1,Understanding climate change,"Geology, computing, maths",Sustainability
3/24/2021 17:34:37,I agree,21,Sefton Council,Female,White British ,A level ,2018,Non- religious ,Straight,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"A Level, Bachelors degree",I liked physical geography ,Understanding why processes evolve into what we see around us ,Understand the past to help understand the present and future,Yes,Availability of geology courses near you at A level ,,,It’s got a lot of prospect for the future with jobs and sustainability ,It often involves a lot of travelling when you may want to settle in one place ,,,,,,,,,,,,2,2,2,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,3,1,1,2,2,1,1,1,,"Geography, chemistry, geology ",Link it more heavily with how many jobs there will be in this field in the future in terms of sustainability and climate change and the energy transition
3/24/2021 18:12:40,I agree,20,Fenland District Council; Cambridge County Council,Female,White British,A Levels (current MSci undergraduate),2018,Agnostic,Pansexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"A Level, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters)","I enjoyed it most out of my A Level options (geol, geog, bio)",The study of the Earth and the processes that change it,Study the Earth and the processes that occur within and on it,No,Poor exposure to the subject throughout school (from primary all the way through to post 16)),Poor accessibility to studying it at GCSE/A Level,,Geologists have the ability to change the world; they have the ability to help mitigate/adapt against climate change,They are largely responsible for leading us to the current state of climate change,,,,,,,,,,,,1,1,1,3,1,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,3,3,1,1,1,,"Geology, Geography, Korean",Increase exposure and involvement of students between the ages of ~10-16 so that more are likely to choose to pursue it at GCSE and above  (including information on the relevance of geology to the many aspects of life).
3/24/2021 18:37:43,I agree,40,South Oxfordshire,Female,White British,PhD,2009,None,Heterosexual,Co-carer of child/ren under 18,Yes,No,,Yes,PhD,I wanted to travel. I enjoyed history but was better at science,"The study of the rocky Earth and other rocky planets, moons etc","Work in oil, gas, hydro, environmental geology.",Yes,"It's a white, male and stale subject. I left post-phd because of this.",The oil industry is in decline so fewer job opportunities,It's expensive to go on field trips,Sociable and not for the (VERY) brainy,"White, male, stale",,,,,,,,,,,,4,1,4,1,5,5,5,5,5,5,5,5,5,3,4,5,3,4,4,5,5,,"Biology, physics history",Read the ASPIRES research
3/24/2021 18:59:42,I agree,27,Surrey,Male,White,PhD,2018,None,Straight,No,No,No,,Yes,"Bachelors degree, PhD",Environmental concerns,Study of the Earth,They study the planet and develop its resources,No,Not common in schools,Seen as just supporting oil and mineral industries,Seen as an outdoor science,Help to use resources sustainably,That you have to be an outdoors person for lots of fieldwork,,,,,,,,,,,,3,2,3,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,2,2,1,2,2,1,1,1,,"Geography, Physics, Maths",More effort on making fieldwork accessible
3/24/2021 19:55:32,I agree,19,Coventry City Council,Female,White British,A levels,2019,None,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,The study of the earth and its evolution,"Study forces, rocks, structure etc of the earth ",Not offered as an a level / gcse,Requires students to have studied science/geography at a level in order to study it at university ,,It is interesting to look at the history of the earth and how it has developed,I don’t have any,No,,I would have considered it because I am interested in the environment ,4,2,4,1,2,3,5,5,5,5,5,5,5,1,3,3,1,3,3,5,5,"Physics, chemistry ","Geography, English, psychology",More opportunities to study it in school
3/24/2021 20:00:57,I agree,63,Dacorum,male,white,masters,1985,,,Other caring responsibilities,Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,Love of the outdoors and environment,Study of Structure - Evolution and Dynamics of our planet,Attempt to understand how planet earth works. Search for resources,Yes,Awareness of opportunity,perceived job opportunities,mobility,The great like minded people you meet,none,,,,,,,,,,,,1,2,3,2,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,1,1,Radio active waste disposal,Geology xxxxxxxxx,"opportunity for school trips for 10-12 year old to some of the great geological sites in the uk
facilitated by local universities "
3/24/2021 20:02:52,I agree,42,West Berkshire ,Female,White British ,Masters ,2001,None,,No,Yes,No,,Yes,A Level,I love rocks!,The science of the Earth’s crust ,Study geology and geological processes ,Yes,Not widely available at A level ,Many varied applications of the subject not promoted enough ,,It is one of the most fascinating things I have studied. I still follow lots of geological things online. ,None,,,,,,,,,,,,3,4,4,3,3,1,1,1,2,1,3,2,1,4,3,2,2,2,3,1,2,,"Veterinary Science, Maths, Geology ",Get some more science on tv 
3/24/2021 20:03:50,I agree,22,Cotswold District Council,Male ,White (British),A-Level,2017,Christian,Heterosexual,No,Yes,Yes,High Level Language Disorder (HLLD) and Autism,Yes,Bachelors degree,The variety of skills required and the careers on offer to people who study a geoscience related degree,A full understanding of the sub-surface and the interactions with the atmosphere and oceans ,Studying the Earth Systems ,Yes,The perception that from people who study Geography at A Level/GCSE or equivalent (Humanities) believe geologist only study rocks., Not many FE college or secondary schools teach it in the curriculum ,The costs of fieldwork opportunities,The variety of careers available after graduating ,Geology is a very dense/highly detailed subject to study which can be tricky if you dont have the right skills/previous knowledge,,,,,,,,,,,,1,4,3,4,3,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,3,3,3,3,4,3,1,1,,"Geography, Maths, Chemistry",Talk about current news stories relating to geology and the natural world in schools
3/24/2021 20:35:17,I agree,33,Spelthorne,Female,White British,BSc,2009,None,Straight,Primary carer of child/ren under 18,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,The study of the earth's crust,Study rocks and minerals,Job prospects. What do you do with a rock degree?,Not much content in A Level sciences to engage,Practical application isn't instantly clear,Lots of complex science.,Associate it with a hobby rather than a profession,No,,"No, it would have involved not studying a different subject whose content was more obvious.",4,5,5,5,4,3,1,2,3,3,2,2,1,4,2,2,3,4,3,2,3,,"Maths, Chemistry, Art",
3/24/2021 22:29:45,I agree,20,Birmingham City Council,Male,White (British-American),A-Level,2019,Christian (Catholic),Heterosexual,Informal carer,Yes,No,,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree","They wouldn't let me do chemistry at A-Level, but ended up being really good at geology anyway","The study of the Earth, and its processes (specifically over large timescales).",Too broad an answer,Yes,Rampant Secularism/Atheism discriminates against Theists.,,,"Great fun, immensely useful to society",Atheistic and Secularist,,,,,,,,,,,,1,4,3,3,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,4,2,3,1,2,,"Geology, Computer Science, History","More local engagment, so people can learn about the rocks in their area"
3/25/2021 8:21:50,I agree,17,,Female,British white,GCSE,June 2019,Non-religious,Pansexual,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,The study of the evolution of earth by looking at rocks and minerals,Look at rocks and study where they are from (time and place),I like overall physics so geology is quite specific.,It is not offered or part of the overall curriculum of a-level physics,,It is fascinating that you can learn so much about the earth’s history by looking at the nature around an area.,It could sound quite boring for people to be finding and looking at rocks.,No,,Probably not as there is only the opportunity to study three or four a-levels and I would want to stay with my chosen ones. However if there was a topic about geology in the physics a-level I would definitely look forward to it.,3,4,4,4,4,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,5,2,2,4,4,2,1,1,,"Physics, design and technology, German ",There should be more opportunities of taster sessions where geologists come to schools and show what they actually do.
3/25/2021 9:25:14,I agree,43,York,Male,White British,PhD,2004,Unbeliever,Straight,Co-carer of child/ren under 18,Yes,No,,Yes,"A Level, Bachelors degree, PhD",My A-Level Geography teacher converted me!,"The study of Earth, its structure, origins and history","Studies the Earth, its structure, origins and history",Yes,A lack of geological teaching in primary and secondary schools,Physical disability,Being from a disadvantaged background,"Geology is vital to our lives, and geologists make enormous contributions to our understanding of the Earth. When done properly, geology is for everyone, and is exciting, fun, and important. Most geologists I know care deeply about the Earth, and understanding this for broader benefit.","In universities and industry, it is often male, stale, and pale, especially at managerial level. Change is slow, and engagement with the climate crisis has been very variable (especially from the leadership of universities, industry and learned societies).",,,,,,,,,,,,4,4,4,3,3,2,2,1,3,2,2,1,1,2,3,2,4,4,3,1,2,"Mineralogy, petrology, sedimentology, climate science","Geology, English Language, Ecology & Environment",Engage children at an early age - embed geology into pre-school and primary school teaching.
3/25/2021 9:54:39,I agree,19,South Gloucestershire ,Male ,White ,A-level,2018-20,Agnostic,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,"Study of rocks 
",Studies rocks ,Chemistry Maths,physics,Maths,Like geography,Boring,Yes,"Didn’t have the maths, chemistry or physics necessary ",,2,1,5,2,3,4,5,5,5,4,4,5,4,2,3,4,3,3,5,4,4,,Geography biology English,Highlight it’s more than just maths and rocks
3/25/2021 10:08:08,I agree,19,East Bergholt Council,Female,British,A-level,"The Royal Hospital School, Suffolk",Christian,Bi-sexual,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,The study of rocks ,"Multiple thing; surveying, mapping, predicting ",quite a niche topic,have to know what you want to do,lack of knowledge in the subject,it is interesting,only study rocks ,Yes,I wanted a broader subject area,,2,1,2,4,2,1,1,1,1,2,2,1,1,2,2,2,2,1,1,1,1,hydrological cycle,"Geography, Mathematics, Biology",more information on it
3/25/2021 10:50:42,I agree,30,Cornwall Council,Male,"White, British",Masters,2021,Athiest,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters)",Love the outdoors and science. This combined the two,"The study of earth processes in every manner. Physical, chemical, biological.","Understands the world around them, from the large scale to the microscopic. ",Yes,Negative perception,Subject isn't well understood within education at a young age.,Can appear quite stuffy sometimes.,"Combating climate change, pathway to green future, necessity to being outdoors, connection with the world around you, providing all of the raw materials for everything that everyone in the world uses.","O & G, conflict minerals, historic ruination of environments (better now)",,,,,,,,,,,,3,2,2,4,2,1,1,1,2,1,1,2,1,3,1,1,2,2,1,1,1,,"Chemistry, English Literature, Maths",More education in positive effects of geological processes/jobs at a young age. 
3/25/2021 11:26:08,I agree,29,Cornwall Council,Female,White British,MGeol,2018,N/A,Straight,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters)",Better prospects,Study of earth and rocks,Study earth and rocks,Yes,Not knowing enough about geology to commit to it as a subject,"Boring teachers if you do get to learn about geology, this nearly put me off",N/A,"Good careers available, some aspects of geology really interesting (although unknown to most students), field work (again unknown to most students)","BORING, what young person thinks a rock can be interesting (not many), bad for environment, some students might think there are not many different career paths after graduation. ",,,,,,,,,,,,3,4,3,4,3,3,1,1,1,1,5,1,1,3,4,1,5,3,3,1,3,"Geochemistry, mineralogy","Science, geography, english","Show people that geology is not all about rocks. This is something that really put me off when I was considering re-training as a geologist because most people think how am I ever going to find a sandstone interesting. This is also made worse if their early experiences of learning geology are with old, smelly, boring teachers. We need to teach young people that you need background knowledge of rocks so that you can learn about the earth and how it behaves, the chemistry of rocks and how this interacts with how they look, natural resources, geotechnical analysis. Also how all these things then feed into a well paid career that enables you to travel and work outdoors. This is something I would have loved and found really interesting. "
3/25/2021 11:44:34,I agree,51,North East Derbyshire,female,White Irish,Masters,20 years,None,,Co-carer of child/ren under 18,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,study of rocks,understand rocks and work with them,Was not an option when I went to school and FE;, the discussion around whether it is a proper science subject,,Really interesting to understand the geo form,fossils,No,,"No, not at the time as I didn't understand what geology was and how relevant it is",3,2,2,3,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,,history; geography and languages,
3/25/2021 11:59:22,I agree,22,Bath and North East Somerset,Female,White British ,A-Level,June 2016,No religion ,Straight,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,Ii have always had an interest in the environment and the Earth,The study of the physical Earth and its processes ,They help access and manage the natural hazards caused by the Earth and also allow us to understand how we can benefit from the Earths natural resources ,Yes,Geology is still a fairly male dominated sector ,Geology is quite niche so geology A level is not always available in school ,"Geology requires a high level degree, often a masters, to get into the field. This is not always financial viable for people","They are outdoorsy people. It aims to help people either through resource exploration, energy systems (e.g. geothermal) and also aids in construction of public amenities ",Still a fairly male dominated field ,,,,,,,,,,,,2,3,1,2,1,1,2,1,1,1,2,2,1,2,2,1,2,3,2,1,1,Chemistry ,"Geology, French, Biology",More awareness of it as a career option in early education settings e.g. secondary school and college 
3/25/2021 12:01:53,I agree,19,Wisbech Town council,Male,White British,3 Alevels,2019,Atheist,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,I find natural processes interesting,Study of lithosphere and any processes that are involved it or effect it.,"Vast array of things, mainly looking at all or certain aspects of local geology of interest, and the making interpretations.",Yes,Very few secondary schools offer it as a Gcse or Alevel.,"The common stereotype of a geologist is in mining or oil, which no has negative connotation.", Not really ever talked about as a career in primary and secondary school.,"Protecting the environment, like carbon capture storage and storing nuclear waste. Also hazard management.",All mining being called unstainable. All geologists damage the environment ,,,,,,,,,,,,3,3,2,4,1,2,1,1,1,1,3,1,1,5,3,2,3,4,2,1,1,Dealing with waste.,"Physical geographical, computer science, and economics.",More career advice at Gcse and alevel
3/25/2021 13:16:32,I agree,28,,Male,White,South African Matric,,None ,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,"An interest in the earth, as well as a fascination for volcanoes. Added to that the potenatial of a career change. ",Geology is the study of the history of the earth and the process that have and continue to shape the planet we live on. ,"Geologist try to understand what is happening beneath the earth, using a wide arrange of techniques. ",No,"Perception, before I started studying I was asked if it’s just looking at rocks.","Fear, as a science there was a fear that I would not be smart enough to complete course",,"Outdoors, being able to work and study in the elements ",It can come across as boring at times to people ,,,,,,,,,,,,4,5,3,3,3,1,1,1,1,1,3,1,1,3,1,1,5,3,1,1,2,,"Geography , History, English",
3/25/2021 13:23:13,I agree,36,London Borough of Ealing,Female ,White ,A-Level,18 years ,Orthodox Christian  ,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,Yes,Clinical Depression ,Yes,Bachelors degree,Interest in the physical world ,The study of the physical and substance of the earth,Tries to understand  the workings of a planet ,Yes,limited paid positions ,Field work expenses ,Limited Universities offering geology courses ,A all inclusive field ,Limited personal time ,,,,,,,,,,,,2,3,2,2,4,2,2,1,1,1,2,1,1,2,1,1,2,3,2,1,1,,"History,  Geography, Biology ",Intensely publicised geological meetings  
3/25/2021 13:25:41,I agree,18,Harrogate Borough council ,Male,White British,A levels ,2018,Atheist ,Straight ,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"A Level, Bachelors degree","Always interested in fossils and how changes in the earth are recorded by the rocks around us. It's basically one big history textbook, another passion of mine.","The study of Earth, trying to understand how earth has developed, and how that has affected/continues to affect life","Looks at characteristics of the rock from the small to big scale to understand its features and properties, to understand both its history and its utility.",No,"1) Stigma ""its just looking at rocks lol""","2) personal interest, it is incredibly broad and but draws in small amounts from many subjects",,"Totally fascinating and often fine for anyone who has that initial passion, there is plenty for the theoretical minds, and plenty for those who want a hands-on approach ","Theoretical studies often has innumerable definitions for one thing, or slight variations, jargon is a massive hindrance.",,,,,,,,,,,,4,3,2,3,2,2,1,1,2,1,3,1,1,4,2,1,3,3,2,1,2,,"Grology, History biology",
3/25/2021 13:37:09,I agree,20,Waverley Borough Council,Male (questioning),White British ,A-Levels,2019,Nonreligious,Gay,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,I am currently studying Geophysics because its interdisciplinary nature combines my interest in the Earth’s internal structure and my enthusiasm for Maths & Physics. ,Earth Science concerned with the study of the solid Earth and other terrestrial planets.,Studies the Earth and other terrestrial planets to understand the processes that shapes them.,No,Preconceptions of the subject may deter people as they may see it as boring.,A stigma that it is not worthwhile studying,Lack of access to geology courses earlier in student's academic life.,I find the subject fascinating and think it can help solve / help us prepare for the consequences of many large-scale problems that humans currently face (e.g. climate change).,Lack of diversity. The field often seems to be dominated by white men.,,,,,,,,,,,,2,3,2,3,4,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,4,1,1,4,3,2,1,1,Geography,"Geography, Maths, Physics",
3/25/2021 13:39:19,I agree,47,King's Lynn and West Norfolk,Male,Mixed race,Bachelors degree,1998,Atheist,Heterosexual,No,No,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,Started with listening to climate change audiobook. Methods of how ,Using rocks to interpret what happened on Earth in past &to extrapolate what will happen in future.,Research,No,Money - As mature student with family still have to support family.,Creating time to study.,With family  can't study full time.,It is such an open field of study which includes so may different disciplines,Can't think of any,,,,,,,,,,,,1,4,1,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,2,2,1,2,2,1,3,3,2,1,1,,"Chemistry , Physics, Mathematics",
3/25/2021 13:41:33,I agree,20,Derbyshire County Council ,Cisgender female ,White British ,A levels,2018,None,Bisexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,I took it as an A level after a trip to Iceland in 2015,"The study of the earth, it’s components, history and the processes that affect the physical structure ","Lots of things, but most of them look at rocks or how specific rocks behave/are affected by various processes ",Yes,It’s not offered at a lower level in enough places,People think it’s boring (they are silly) ,"There isn’t enough knowledge about the wide range of things that “geologists” can do, so people think it’s just rocks ","All my perceptions are positive, I find it really enjoyable and the people in the sectors I am interested in are incredible, I love scientists ",People think we just lick rocks :( ,,,,,,,,,,,,3,1,3,2,4,4,5,5,5,4,3,5,5,3,5,5,3,4,4,5,4,,"Psychology, Geology and physics","Teach people about all the cool stuff we look at, volcanoes and space are awesome, and who doesn’t want to look at dinosaurs, draw them in with fun stuff and then teach them geophysics ... do it on the sly"
3/25/2021 14:02:14,I agree,47,Cornwall Council,Male,Cornish,Bachelors Degree,1996,None,Heterosexual,Informal carer,Yes,No,,Yes,Short (3 mth) Geology 101 course run by Camborne School of Mines,Personal Interest,Study of the Earth's non-biological natural make up,study or work in geology (as defined above),Yes,"Not a very ""glamorous"" perception for school pupils",Negative environmental perceptions in wider public,Not as many available courses as some other subjects,Everything (non-biological) we use/consume came out of the ground,Can exhibit a closed shop mentality,,,,,,,,,,,,4,4,2,2,2,2,1,1,1,2,2,3,1,2,2,1,2,2,2,1,2,Technology,"Photography, Physics, Mathematics",Greater promotion in Schools
3/25/2021 14:46:44,I agree,37,Highlands,"female, she/her",white European,PhD,2021,spiritual but not religious,mostly hetero,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters), PhD",Because I love the natural environment and wanted to study something that was completely lacking influence by human action,the study of the formation of rocks and landforms,know a bit more about rocks than other people and apply this knowledge,Yes,"It's not quite clear where it leads you unless you want to go into the oil or other mining, so it's not necessarily an applied science",It was the most boring subject in high school,maybe that it's not very known,"Out of all sciences it is the least exact, there is space (and need) for geo-poetry. It requires a lot of imagination. Folk are generally friendly and outdoorsy and like a whisky and a field trip and maps. It can take you to some very special places if you chose so.",Can be a bit old-man's club like and slow. ,,,,,,,,,,,,2,2,2,4,3,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,1,4,3,1,3,2,3,1,1,"Microtectonics/Structural Geology, Geochemistry ","at school? English (foreign language), maths, photography","I don't know. I believe it is a dying trade because apart from extracting resources it's not very applied. It's a scientific subject, and studying and researching stuff for the sake and fun of curiosity just doesn't fill the bank account unfortunately."
3/25/2021 15:17:38,I agree,21,Gloucestershire,Female,White British,A-Level,June 2018,No religion,Straight,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,I was really interested in physical geography and thought this would be a natural extension to that interest. I also had the opportunity to visit Iceland and had heard that term a lot in connection with that.,"The study of earth system processes, interactions and feedbacks.","Investigate the physical natural environment, and qualify and quantify the links between its components.",No,"Not having had any exposure to the subject at a previous level (GCSE, A-Level etc.)",Provision for field trips/research opportunities which may incentivise students to think about where they could go with the subject.,,"Many, many puns. ","Seen as ""boring"", one-dimensional (""just rocks"" etc.) ",,,,,,,,,,,,3,4,4,3,3,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,2,2,2,3,3,2,1,1,,"Geography, German, Chemistry",Have more representatives promote geology at secondary schools and sixth forms - probably current students who can talk about their experience of teaching in their subject.
3/25/2021 15:24:23,I agree,34,Cheshire West and Chester,Male,White,Bachelors Degree,2012,None,Straight,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree, Post Graduate Certificate","I love the natural environment and also enjoy astronomy etc, so learning about how the planet was formed and the processes involved was fascinating to me.","The study of earth processes (Although technically not limited to Earth.) On both the large scale, such as plate tectonics, to the smallest scale such as the mineral composition of different rock types.","They study a local regions geology for multiple reasons: For the purposes of Civil Engineering projects, for the assessment of a region for its mineral resources, for the purposes of scientific study or for educational reasons.",Yes,Not taught at A level in many locations around the UK.,,,"The enormous wealth of scientific research into geology has allowed for the advancement of our societies and our level of technology in ways that have benefitted millions of peoples lives. 
It has also furthered our understanding of the natural world and its processes, whilst allowing insights how life has evolved and the major changes it has undergone through time. The past is the key to the present.","The industry is fairly difficult to get into if you do not have a masters degree or 2 years experience. Since the courses are usually accredited, these restrictions  by companies should be banned, as anyone who has successfully passed an accredited degree has fully satisfied the requirements from the university and examining body. Therefore, companies asking for minimum of 2:1 / 2+ years experience for Entry Level jobs are technically discriminating against those who have 2:2's or a 3rd.

Some mining companies, which will go unnamed, have some very bad reputations and are responsible for some major environmental and societal damage that has tarnished the reputation of the subject of geology. Geology could be seen by some to be a dirty subject due to its links to such activities.",,,,,,,,,,,,2,2,3,3,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,3,2,1,3,3,1,1,2,,Physics,Getting more schools to teach this as a separate subject and not include it as part of geography. 
3/25/2021 16:28:48,I agree,46,Tandridge,male,white,A level,1995,christian,straight,Co-carer of child/ren under 18,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,it is a study of the evolution of Earth,study rock formations,money for more independent researches in the field,location- the best geological formations are usually far from home,time- to balance study with work and other commitments,pushing the boundaries for discovering new things ,none,Yes,I discovered this subject too late in my life,,2,4,3,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,2,4,1,5,5,1,4,5,4,1,2,no,"geological hazard, igneous rocks, metamorphic rocks",
3/25/2021 17:04:21,I agree,19,Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council,Female,White (British),A-Level,2020,None,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,I liked learning about hazards in A-Level Geography ,"The study of how the earth works, what it is made of, the processes of the earth, and all the organisms that once lived on the Earth","Study earth processes throughout time, investigate materials and understand the earth to try to predict and explain current occurrences (amongst other things) ",No,No A-Level or prior exposure to the subject,No role models (at least for me),I have never seen female geologists - it has always been men represented in the media ,I was always told they make a lot of money! They have cool jobs outside and have a broad range of knowledge about the earth ,Geophysics - I'm not that good at maths/physics so that is negative for me,,,,,,,,,,,,2,3,3,4,2,2,1,1,1,1,2,2,1,3,2,1,2,3,2,1,1,N/a,"Art, Biology and Geography (other than geology)","Probably more female role models - in the earth science department I can only think of 2 women when everyone else is male - I also has no role models to help me want to go into  - I think it is very overlooked in media/schools, because it is ""just rocks"""
3/25/2021 18:09:18,I agree,38,Southwark,Male,British White,PGCE,2009,Christianity,,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,"This is a second bachelor's degree for me - if I had been given more information during my A-Levels, this is what i should have chosen the first time",The study of the Earth and its mechanisms,Study the mechanisms of the Earth,Yes,Lack of careers education,Unknown wider implications of the subject,Little exposure to the subject at school,Wide-range of subject areas and skills,Expense of fieldwork,,,,,,,,,,,,4,3,4,4,3,3,2,2,2,2,3,1,1,3,3,3,4,5,4,1,3,,"Geology, chemistry, physics",
3/25/2021 19:19:58,I agree,19,,Female,White,A level,2 years ago,Atheist,Straight,No,Yes,No,,Yes,A Level,Similar to physical geography,Study of the earths history ,Study the history of Earth ,Yes,Not enough knowledge,,,Factual and objective,Can be biased,,,,,,,,,,,,1,3,3,4,1,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,2,2,3,2,4,1,1,,Geography physics chemistry,Fieldwork
3/25/2021 19:44:58,I agree,22,Durham City Council ,Male,British,A-level,2017,None,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree","Always interested in natural world, really enjoyed it at A-level, Something I am interested in for the future and combines lots of sciences allowing you to jump sideways into other careers. ","Rocks..... Is what most people say to me! I would say it is the forgotten science.. most people don't know what it is even though it combines all the sciences with pure maths, coding, policy. etc. It is almost everything to do with our natural environment. Basically physical Geography on steroids. ","works in consultancy, environmental management, WASH section, Geophysics, Volcanoes, celestial bodies, research, natural disaster risk management, mitigating coastal erosion etc etc! Basically anything to do with the formation and erosion of the planets surface - this extends to so many other things ",Yes,Promotion of it!,Diversity of career option that people know about ,People are no longer very practical ,It's just a great subject and intrinsic to all our lives! ,Not my perception but - it's boring!,,,,,,,,,,,,2,2,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,3,2,1,3,1,1,1,1,"Coastal erosion, consultancy, teaching","Theatre studies, sport, anything science based ","Outreach, in schools, at conventions, documentaries! Get in on the environmental scene! Offer geology as a solution to many of our future environmental concerns... which it is! There's a whole generation of people who want to tackle climate change! "
3/25/2021 22:00:50,I agree,58,Bromley ,Male,White Welsh ,PhD,2000,C of E,Straight ,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"GCSE (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree, PhD, BTEC ",Interested in minerals and rock as a child,The study of Earth and its processes ,Understanding the processes on Earth ,Yes,The use of fossil fuel,Extraction of resources ,Lack of interest ,Planetary interest ,Extraction and pollution of Earth,,,,,,,,,,,,3,3,2,2,2,2,2,1,1,1,2,1,1,2,1,2,4,3,3,1,1,,"Geology, chemistry, maths",The use of the media
3/25/2021 22:23:40,I agree,~1.2 billion seconds,I'm not into politics,Super straight,Individual human being,A useless degree that was an epic waste of time & money,2007,Jedi,Super straight,No,Yes,Yes,Rationality,Yes,A Level,GOLD!!!!!!!!!!,A means of finding GOLD!!!!!!!!,Prospect for GOLD!!!!!!!!,Yes,Having to study topics that have nothing to do with finding GOLD!!!!!!,There's no field work specifically to find GOLD!!!!!!,There's no GOLD in my local area :(,Seeing pans filled with hundreds of ounces of GOLD!!!!!!!,Geology academics' general lack of interest in GOLD!!!!!,,,,,,,,,,,,5,5,5,1,1,5,1,5,5,5,5,5,5,5,5,1,5,5,5,5,5,SILVER! PLATINUM! DIAMONDS! :D,Whatever three subjects help me prospect for GOLD!!!!!!,A greater emphasis on prospecting for GOLD!!!!!!!!
3/26/2021 0:53:55,I agree,47,Shropshire,Male,White,PhD,2000,None,Straight,Co-carer of child/ren under 18,Yes,No,,Yes,"GCSE (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters), PhD","Enjoyed physical geography at GCSE and so did the geology GCSE. I chose it as a 4th A level because I thought I might as well do an enjoyable, easy topic, with field trips. Did natural sciences at Cambridge and again thought I might as well do an enjoyable, easy subject, with field trips. Because I was going to be a serious physicist you see. Then I found out that physics is really really hard and fell back on geology. Thank goodness.",Study of rocks and other natural underground stuff,Study rocks and other natural underground stuff,Yes,Few GCSE courses cos it's not got emphasis on the national curriculum ,Few A level courses,Don't know,"Essential for climate studies, dinosaurs, volcanoes, planetary geology, geology is useful to society, can apply knowledge when you go out, field trips ",Can be a bit like trainspotting when learning minerals and fossils ,,,,,,,,,,,,5,5,5,5,4,4,4,2,1,2,4,1,1,4,3,2,5,4,3,1,3,"Mineralogy, gemology, geological mapping","History, geography, environmental science ",In my day we all though geology was cool cos Jurassic Park had just come out. Put some good geology on the TV
3/26/2021 8:33:17,I agree,44,Royal Borough of Greenwich,Male,White British,MA,2002,Bardism,Straight,No,No,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,The study of the physical make-up of the Earth,"Studies earth, landscapes, rocks, what's underground. Its history and modern priorities.",Lack of understanding about its relevance to the modern world. ,Patriarchy in STEM in general.,Wider barriers to academic study such as those affecting Black people and people with disabilities.,Big geological events like volcanoes can be exciting and the products of the earth like crystals can be beautiful. The study can help to warn of impending disasters and contribute to battling the climate crisis,I think it tends to seem a bit dull,Yes,I've always been more interested in creative arts and the imagination,,3,4,4,4,4,5,5,5,4,5,4,4,5,3,4,4,4,4,5,5,5,Disaster movies :),"Arts generally, particularly literature",Collaboration with creatives to communicate the fruits of study in an engaging and exciting way
3/26/2021 9:58:19,I agree,40,"Dacorum, hertfordshire",Female,White british,MSci Geological Sciences,2003,Christian,Straight,Co-carer of child/ren under 18,Yes,No,,Yes,"A Level, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters)",Interest at A-level as a science subject,The study of earth processes,Use the rock record to understand earth processes,Yes,No geology offer at most schools,Field work (although I live this),,I love being able to pick up a bit of rock.or look at a landscape and be able to green something if our geological history,People always think you are doing geology to enter the oil industry,,,,,,,,,,,,4,3,4,2,2,1,1,1,2,1,2,1,1,3,4,1,4,2,4,1,3,Building materials,"Geology, music, sport",Have geology as a core subject at school
3/26/2021 13:55:18,I agree,41,Somerset County Council,Male,White,PhD,2010,Atheist,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,PhD,"Breadth of the topic, understanding large scale processes, landscape understanding",Study of rocky planetary bodies,"Understand processes, quantify examples, map relationships, too much breadth to summarise in a single answer!",Yes,Lack of knowledge about the subject at KS3 and 4.,perception of the subject as hydrocarbon and mining based.,lack of opportunity at KS4 and A level to get a taste for it.,The only subject which truly looks at our Earth environment as a holistic system at a variety of timescales. ,"It's often misunderstood, and misrepresented in the media. That has a lot of knock-on effects which have really negative consequences for a society facing the environmental catastrophes that we are.",,,,,,,,,,,,4,4,4,4,4,4,4,4,4,4,4,4,4,4,4,4,4,4,4,4,4,,"Geology, history, archaeology","Clear branding of geology and earth sciences at KS3 and KS4 when those subjects are covered, not simply as part of chemistry or something else."
3/26/2021 15:26:21,I agree,59,Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea,Female,White British,degree plus post graduate professional qualification,1986,none,straight,No,No,No,,Yes,Certificate of higher Education,the wish to understand more about how a particular place had been formed over time,The formation of the natural environment,"Answers enormous puzzles about life, the universe and everything, and provides practical information allowing access to the earth's resources",No,It requires a wide range of skills so might be off-putting who think their skills and education are too narrow,"It might seem a bit of an ""anorak"" subject due to requirement for lab and field work, and indeed anoraks",It might be a bit too closely associated with over-exploitation of earth's resources and thus be scorned by those who are committed to environmental causes ,"It is extremely interesting albeit demanding. Many useful skills can be learned studying geology, it gives you a much greater consciousness of the natural environment, and the answer to puzzles.","a brief and uninformed perception might be that it is just about rocks and not very interesting, and that it is rather a dead subject because it is ancient history whereas in fact there are exciting new discoveries and events almost every day",,,,,,,,,,,,2,2,2,3,4,1,1,1,3,1,2,1,1,4,3,2,5,2,4,1,2,not that spring to mind,"geography, history, English",Relating it better to current events and issues
3/26/2021 15:31:37,I agree,21,Birmingham,Female,Mixed white/asian,Bachelor's,2020,Atheist,Bisexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters)","I have always enjoyed science, and am a very visual person, so it was a good fit for me. Love looking at everything from thin sections to outcrop scale relations.","The study of the rock record, and of the natural, non-living world around us","Everything from studying tectonics and mountain belts, to sedimentology, to metamorphism",Yes,Field equipment costs,Fieldwork requirements for those that may not be able to/don't enjoy fieldwork,Lack of understanding of different geologic subdisciplines,Useful for understanding natural hazards and for finding resources to needed power a greener future,Oil and gas :(,,,,,,,,,,,,4,5,4,5,5,3,2,2,2,1,3,2,1,3,3,2,3,3,3,1,3,"Mineralogy, metamophics","Maths, geology, physics",The requirement for fieldwork
3/26/2021 17:18:27,I agree,23,,,Chinese,Masters,2020,,,,Yes,No,,Yes,"Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters)","I loved physical geography, so I thought geology was just a more intense version of it to begin with!","Study of the Earth and the physical, chemical, and biological processes that govern the evolution of the Earth systems","Unveil the secret of the Earth to help drive humankind towards a better, more sustainable future",Yes,Lack of exposure in secondary education,Unclear career prospect,Not considered as a conventionally well paid profession,It combines all the fundamental sciences into solving the puzzles of the natural laboratory of our planet (and beyond!) - best thing to satisfy the never-ending curiosity,"It needs to evolve over time, just like the Earth evolves, but at a faster pace. A lot of the geology education still focuses on the very fundamentals that may or may not be necessary for the subdisciplines. A well rounded geologist however in this way may not have the mathematical or computational tools to ultimately tackle problems that require them to be well versed in them. Rarely do geologists understand the need of computational skills such as deep learning, ML, high performance computing, and big data analyses, until they become a barrier to further, ground breaking research. This may make the old world geologists great at coming up with hypotheses but lack the skills to find and validate solutions.",,,,,,,,,,,,3,2,3,3,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,2,2,2,2,1,1,1,2,Climate science - paleoclimate! And laws (particularly those governing land use and seabed and under-seabed resources),"Back in school - maths, geography, physics",Increase exposure - for kids to know that such a cool subject exist - and call it Earth science rather than geology to include the fluid earth to cover a broader scope 
3/26/2021 17:24:12,I agree,38,,Male,"White, European",PhD,2016,N/A,Heterosexual,Co-carer of child/ren under 18,Yes,No,,Yes,"A Level, Bachelors degree",I had an interest in earth sciences from an early age,"Broadly, I would describe it as any study of the 'hard rock' and sedimentary aspects of the Earth system, and the processes which drive these. ",Engage in the study of the Earth as a system and the processes driving and influencing it.,Yes,"A lack of diversity in the groups you observe studying, working in or teaching in geology",,,Geology provides an opportunity to develop a holistic view of the earth as a system and appreciate it's dynamism.,None that come to mind,,,,,,,,,,,,2,2,3,4,3,2,1,1,3,1,2,1,1,3,3,3,3,4,2,1,2,Geochronology and building palaeoenvironmental frameworks,"Geology, Geography, Archaeology","Increased visibility of the diversity of interesting studies, fields and results which fall under the umbrella of geology, and people who engage in these. I.e. it's not just about fieldwork, or a particular group."
3/26/2021 17:29:41,I agree,24,Colchester Borough Council/Essex County Council,Male,White British,MSc (by Research),January 2019,Agnostic,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,"Study of the formation of the Earth, including rocks and minerals, and surface processes (weathering, erosion etc)",A wide array of things - from working in oil and gas all the way to looking at minerals to produce new materials - it's hard to say what a geologist does because geologists do so much ,"Fieldwork - costs, equipment etc",People not knowing what a geologist does career wise ,Not a diverse subject ,"Importance in study of the planet, tackling climate change ",That geology only trains people for the O&G industry ,Yes,My perception at the time was that geology was all about studying rocks and 'old things',,2,2,3,3,2,1,1,2,2,1,2,2,1,3,4,2,4,2,2,1,2,,"Chemistry, Geography, English",Show earlier on that geology is not just about rocks and old stuff 
3/26/2021 17:32:28,I agree,54,Aberdee,Male,"White, British, Welsh ",PhD,1992,Atheist ,Straight ,Co-carer of child/ren under 18,Yes,No,,Yes,PhD,Because I love the outdoors and I didn't want a dull desk job,The study of the Earth ,They study in Earth in a myriad of ways ,Yes,Lack of exposure at high school level ,Limited geology in the media ,Lack of general awareness ,"Its awesome, its the best science",None ,,,,,,,,,,,,4,3,2,3,4,2,2,1,1,1,2,1,1,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,,"Geology, History, general science ",Better public awareness 
3/26/2021 17:32:47,I agree,40,Gloucestershire ,Female ,White european,Masters,2002,Athiest,Unconventional ,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters),Understanding the Earth ,The Science of the Earth,Anything to do with the Earth applying the scientific method,Yes,Enforced field work in A level course specifications,Poor school and college funding means schools and colleges won't introduce new courses,It is generally an undervalued science ,It is holistic in its approach. It is filled with nice people. It can offer adventures.,It is often seen as full of middle aged white men. Or it is linked with petrochemicals which are now viewed negatively.,,,,,,,,,,,,3,3,3,3,3,3,1,1,2,2,3,2,1,3,3,2,3,4,3,1,2,Sedimentology. Mineralogy.,"Geology, Biology, environmental science ",A government drive to have more schools and colleges offering Geology such as funding to set it up as a subject.
3/26/2021 17:32:54,I agree,18,,Male,White British ,GCSEs,2019,Not religious,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,No,,Yes,A Level,I enjoy the Earth around me and what to understand how it came to form.,It is the study of the Earth and how it formed.,Study the geological formations that created Earth.,Yes,Not every school offers geology.,"Seen as a niche subject, limited appeal for example business studies.",People perceive geology as limited job opportunities.,I see geologist as a scholarly career path or intellectual path. Saw it as fascinating to study the formation of Earth.,"At the start I first believed there was limited job opportunities, this perception has now changed.",,,,,,,,,,,,2,3,4,4,5,5,5,5,5,5,4,4,5,4,4,4,3,3,3,5,4,,"History, classical studies and Geology ",Display the subject more to younger ages. When I was in year 11 geology was not as pushed forward to study as other subjects I believe if people really know what to expect and study from geology probably more would take it.
3/26/2021 22:15:49,I agree,63,,female,,PhD,1983,Roman Catholic,,,Yes,No,,Yes,PhD,"Different way to apply all sciences.  Outdoors, took me all round UK on fieldwork. Loved my geology teacher. It wasn't considered a usual subject for girls which somehow made it more attractive.  I didn't have to be a girly girl to join.",Study of the Earth.,Loves the Earth and what it is made of.,Yes,"Not known, because it is taught in very few schools.",,,You can never be bored when you have studied it.,Can be very cliquey e.g petrologists dissing palaeontologists.  ,,,,,,,,,,,,2,2,1,2,2,2,2,2,2,2,2,1,1,2,1,1,2,2,2,1,1,"Sedimentology, fluid dynamics, petrology, mineralogy, stratigraphy.","Geology, botany, people.",Expose more people to it.
3/27/2021 9:12:50,I agree,17,,Female,White ,GCSEs,2020,Atheist ,Heterosexual ,No,No,No,,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), A Level",It really interests me as a subject.,"The study of rocks, the Earth and its structure, and prehistoric time.","Anything from assisting construction companies with how safe the ground is, to finding more sustainable ways to fuel the planet, to working on a boat or oil rig in the middle of the sea.",No,Lack of knowledge prior to starting my A-Level course.,Lack of well-known Geological figures outside of the Geology world.,"Not covered on the news as much, particularly at the moment with COVID—19.",Geology helps understand about why natural disasters occur and how the people that are susceptible to them can be helped.,N/A,,,,,,,,,,,,3,2,3,4,2,3,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,3,3,3,1,2,,"Geology, Biology, Music",Increased teaching of Geology in younger years at school.
3/27/2021 15:14:41,I agree,28,Rutland,Female,White,A level,2014,None,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree",I liked the teacher at my college,The study of rocks and their processes,Everything. Studies structural geology to petrology and chemistry.,Yes,Currently covid. So far during my degree as a distance learning student i havent been able to see a rock sample upclose.,Time. As someone who also works fulltime whilst studying. Finding enough time to dedicate to learning is a challenge.,Enough hands on experience. Field trips for a few weeks a year doesnt feel like enough to prepare me for a job. ,Its incredibly interesting.,Not every aspect of geology is interesting to everyone. You have to push yourself through some of the subjects which are less interesting,,,,,,,,,,,,3,2,2,2,1,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,3,3,3,4,3,2,2,3,,Geology maths and science,I think its not always clear what you will be studying with geology. It's not just rocks
3/27/2021 16:23:17,I agree,39,Runnymede,female,white british,PhD,2009,none,,Co-carer of child/ren under 18,Yes,No,,Yes,PhD,Fascinated by natural hazarsd specifically volcanoes,The study of rocks to try and understand the processes that have shaped the planet that we live on today and how those processes continue to impact our lives today and how they will control the future of the Earth.,"What doesn't a geologist do?! They look at rocks, thin sections, geochemistry, GIS, maps, minerals, fossils, planets, they do this in the field, in a lab, at a work station, using a microscope, a hammer, a compass clino, a mass spectrometer the multidisciplinary nature of geology and the geosciences is phenomenal and means that whilst a geologist may have a specialism they most certainly dabble in a whole host of techniques and applications.  ",No,Field work - current accreditation requirements make it challenging to get an accredited degree if you are not able to do field work - this is not consistent with being a modern geologist.  ,2. Representation - i think people fail to see them selves represented in the field of geology that for a long time has been dominated by white men in sandals and socks and bad jumpers.  This is changing but academia changes slowly as you  turn over staff but really there needs to be sme positive moves to address this issue quicker. ,3.lack of A level provision in the UK - difficult to know you love a subject if you have not been exposed to it at school.  A -level geology has been axed by schools dure to insufficient funding and this means students are more likely to study physical geolography rather than geology.  Outreach helps but this is mostly accessed by private schools who have more time to search for these opportunities - I also think state schools sometimes worry about the behaviour of their students so don't want to have external speakers in or don't want to ask incase they need to pay a fee which they do not.,Fantastic inclusive science that values a much wider range of skills than traditional sciences.  This also leads to the generation of a diverse community in terms of expertise that drives forward multidisciplinary collaboration.,Geology has been dominated by a bit of an 'old boys' club which rewarded people for who they know rather than what they know.  I think that is changing and younger generations need to ensure they do not fall into the same trap by not just giving opportunities to people they already know but look for other options.,,,,,,,,,,,,1,3,3,3,3,5,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,2,2,1,2,1,1,geographical information systems and remote sensing ,"chemistry, maths and geology",I think the comms related to geology need to be broader they need to include more aspects of environmental and climate change and we need to reduce the link to the extraction industries.  We need to be more clearly part of the climate change solution not the problem.  No other science is as well positioned to provide solutions to the climate crisis but I don't think people really see that side of geology they see the mining and oil side.
3/27/2021 20:05:06,I agree,45,Elmbridge,Female,White,Masters Degree,5 years,None,Straight,Co-carer of child/ren under 18,Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,I wanted to study and learn about Planetary Science and Geology is key to that. I also have a keen interest in nature and the environment. I also love being outdoors and travelling.,"The study of rocks, minerals on Earth and other planets.",A wide range of things based around rocks and minerals and Earth's internal systems.,Yes,Lack of availability at A Level,Full of old stuffy people,Indepth knowledge of chemistry. ,Allows you to travel widely,None really,,,,,,,,,,,,4,5,4,5,5,1,3,2,1,1,3,2,1,5,1,2,3,2,1,1,3,,"Film, Astronomy, English",Better role models. More younger scientists being shown. Show the wide variety of jobs yiu could go into.
3/28/2021 9:03:18,I agree,40,Mendip District Council,Female,British European,MSci Enviromental Geoscience,2003,Spiritual Pagan,N/A,Informal carer,Yes,No,,Yes,"A Level, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters)","Fascination with Natural Hazards, and I was good at it at A level, things clicked.",Study of the planet's natural processes throughout it's history and now.,"All sorts, teaching, surveying, volunteering, mapping, forecasting, digging, drawing. This one manages events and forestry but previously did estate and major incident planning for a University.",Yes,Lack of a-level courses.,Lack of understanding what careers benefit from a Geology degree,,I believe the answers to our problems with climate change and destructive human behaviour largely lie in geological study.,"At University interview one academic repeatedly asked me what I was going to do about my lack of chemistry knowledge/chemistry a-level, the answer I have did not satisfy him and I still do noy know why.",,,,,,,,,,,,1,3,3,2,1,1,1,2,2,1,2,2,1,2,1,2,2,3,1,1,1,Land contamination and re and deforestation.,"Geology, Geography, English",Marketing
3/28/2021 10:27:14,I agree,37,Leicester,Female,British,PhD ,2009,None,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree, PhD","My school made me pick an additional AS level, geology sounded interesting. I intended to drop it after AS level, but I was hooked.","Study of earth processes, natural hazards, natural resources, planet evolution etc","So many things! Work in engineering (inc site design/planning), mining, research, mapping, hazard mitigation, sustainable resources, GIS work etc",Yes,No exposure to geoscience at a young age so people don't know what it is,Assumed that it's all oil and gas related and bad for the environment ,Perceived to be an old (white) mans club,"Community spirit, natural resources work / sustainability, hazard mitigation projects.",From personal experience - being female is a barrier.,,,,,,,,,,,,1,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,1,,"Geology, computer science, geophysics ",More exposure to the subject at a young age
3/28/2021 10:51:52,I agree,40,Nottinghamshire ,Female,White British,PhD,2004,None,Heterosexual ,Primary carer of child/ren under 18,Yes,No,,Yes,"A Level, Bachelors degree","I was always fascinated by rocks, we had many holidays in the Lake District when I was a child and I would always collect all the different colours of rocks and wanted to know more. ",The study of the Earth and its history. ,"They study rocks and the Earth as a whole to gain an understanding of the history of our planet and the changes its been through. This leads to many linked specialisms dealing with resources, fossils, volcanoes, etc. ",Yes,"The assumed level of fitness for days in the field - I have disability but struggled with that sometimes, plus the lack of access to facilities (toilets). There was always a 'macho' attitude about it that implied that anyone struggling was weak rather than reasonable adjustments being made. ","Costs - equipment, fieldwork costs added up. ",Awareness - it's not a particularly well-known subject and also has negative associations with things like the oil industry which I think increasingly the next generation will want to move away from. ,"Fastinating and interesting, multi-faceted, helps to provide the resources we need. ",Can be related to the use of fossil fuels and to the giant petroleum companies. ,,,,,,,,,,,,3,3,2,3,2,2,2,1,2,1,3,1,1,2,2,1,2,1,1,1,1,,"Geology, chemistry, art","Raise awareness of the subject, get more and better geology teaching into schools "
3/28/2021 11:22:40,I agree,36,Southampton,Female,White,Bachelors degree,2002-2005,None,,No,Yes,Yes,Chronic illness,Yes,Bachelors degree,Found it fascinating,The study of the earth,Huge variety of things ,Yes,"Lack of diversity (i didn't have a single female lecturer, or one of colour, during my entire degree) ",Lack of provision for disabilities ,Focus on physical full time work,Really interesting ,A bit exclusionary and elitist,,,,,,,,,,,,4,3,3,4,3,2,1,1,2,1,1,1,1,2,3,3,3,3,3,1,3,,Never been able to choose just three ,
3/28/2021 11:52:42,I agree,44,Essex,Female,White,MSc,1996 and 2010,None,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters),I had been interested in geology since childhood,"The study of the dynamic mechanisms of the earth and other planets in the solar system, using rocks and geomorphology as a historical record",Studies the mechanisms of the planet,Yes,Poor job prospects,"Very expensive degree due to equipment and fieldwork, and an inability to work regularly during study",Not taught in schools due to a restrictive geography curriculum,Geologists tend to be polymaths and very interesting as a result,It's a boys club,,,,,,,,,,,,3,1,2,4,2,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,4,2,2,3,2,5,1,3,"Sedimentology, crystallography, geochemistry","Earth sciences, archaeology, linguistics",Less restrictive secondary school curriculums
3/28/2021 12:07:21,I agree,26,,Female,White British ,PGCE,2019,Atheist,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,Study of the Earth and cycles ,Studies and researches the composure of the Earth and states of matter,Lack of content in school curriculum,,,Information around climate change/global warming and prevention of further damage,None,No,,"Yes, I have always had an interest in science and am conscious of my contribution to climate change",1,1,2,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,2,1,2,2,2,2,1,1,,"Biology, chemistry, physics ",Push to include more content in GCSE Science & Geography 
3/28/2021 14:53:40,I agree,21,States of Guernsey,who cares,white british,International Baccalaureate ,2018,None,straight but who knows ,"Informal carer, Other caring responsibilities",Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,I want to know about my environment and help build a sustainable society,The study of the physical history of the earth,"Studies the earth, particularly rocks, to find out how current processes work and how they worked in the past.",Yes,Rocks can seem pretty boring,It can perhaps seem unsocial,People grow up less and less with a real appreciation of their (physical) environment,The study could help us live sustainably,I don't like the naming systems,,,,,,,,,,,,2,2,3,3,3,2,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,3,3,2,2,3,2,1,2,,"Environemntal Geoscience, French, Politics/Philosophy",
3/28/2021 17:18:52,I agree,34,Torfaen,Fenale,White,Masters,2021,Christian,Bisexual,No,No,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,Rocks and volcanoes... The cool bit of geography with a chunk of chemistry thrown In for good measure,Rock...,Not knowing what it really involves,Having not been taught it as a discreet discipline in school,Not knowing what it leads to,I have none,I have none ,Yes,I didn't study geography or chemistry so didn't think it would be an option ,,5,5,5,5,5,2,3,1,1,1,2,1,1,5,1,2,5,5,5,1,2,No,"Drama, sociology, politics",It should be delivered as a discreet subject I'm secondary school
3/28/2021 19:27:56,I agree,21,Calderdale Metropolitan Borough Council,Male,White British,A-level,June 2017,None,Bisexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree",To gain an understanding of Earth and planetary processes ,The science of the physical Earth and solar system,"Studies the structures and processes of the Earth and solar system and puts their knowledge into practice, such as by further research into their specialism, or in mining exploration, construction etc.",Yes,Access at GCSE/A-level is decreasing (e.g. my school stopped offering the course the year I left),"Some disabilities may reduce access to fieldwork, since good mobility is often required to get to studied localities",,"It’s a wide-ranging subject requiring knowledge of and the ability to apply all types of natural sciences (chemistry, physics and biology). 
Provides uncommon insight into formation of landscape features. ",People think I’m boring because they think I just look at rocks all day ,,,,,,,,,,,,3,1,2,2,2,1,1,1,1,2,2,1,1,4,2,1,4,2,2,1,1,,"Geology, Geography, Physics",Improve knowledge of what the subject actually is - most people have a very limited and one dimensional view of the subject.
3/29/2021 10:01:51,I agree,37,Rushcliffe Borough Council,Male,White,PhD,2010,Christian,Heterosexual,Primary carer of child/ren under 18,Yes,No,,Yes,"A Level, Bachelors degree, PhD",Wanted a job where I could be in the mountains,the study of the Earth,"Geologist are multi-disciplinary scientists who study the Earth and processes involving the geosphere, and links between the geosphere, biosphere and atmosphere. ",Yes,perception of being old-fashioned,perception of being too niche and lacking in non-transferable skills/knowledge,,"It's the best science subject. It's the most multi-disciplinary science. It is highly applied and relevant, yet allows for true curiosity-driven research to.",none,,,,,,,,,,,,4,3,2,4,4,1,2,1,1,1,3,1,1,3,1,1,3,3,2,1,3,Rock properties,"Geology, Photography, Music",get rid of the association of Geology and 'rocks'
3/29/2021 12:03:32,I agree,17,Tunbridge Wells Borough Council,Female,White British,GCSEs,June 2019,Roman Catholic,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,The study of rocks and the structure of the Earth.,"Mapping of rock and soil types on land and on the ocean floor, locating oil/water/minerals, seismology, study volcanoes.",Not provided as a subject at school.,Lack of interest/awareness.,,Useful for renewable resources.,Boring.,No,,"Yes, because it is relevant to my field of study.",4,2,1,2,3,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,1,3,1,2,4,4,2,1,2,,"Maths, Physics and Biology",Make more available as a school subject nationally.
3/29/2021 14:15:01,I agree,39,Buckinghamshire County Council,Female,White british,Masters,2005,Christian,Heterosexual,"Primary carer of child/ren under 18, Co-carer of adult(s) with disability, learning needs or health issues/elderly person/people, Other caring responsibilities",Yes,No,,Yes,Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters),Find it fascinating,"Earth science and geology is about understanding in depth where we live and how to use our resources wisely, live safely and a wider appreciation of the beauty while unravelling the complexity of the planet that we live on","All sorts! Earth resources oil, gas, minerals, stone, firstly comes to mind, hazard management, teaching",Yes,Lack of jobs after graduating ,Not everywhere offers it as A-level,Lack of funding,"Exciting and dramatic earthquake and volcano events, power of plates moving, mineral rich seams and dramatic coastlines",Pumping out oil and gas like there's no tomorrow and seeing the devastating effects of burning fossil fuels in the atmosphere,,,,,,,,,,,,3,3,1,1,2,1,2,1,1,2,2,1,1,3,2,1,3,2,1,1,1,,"Geology, creative arts, computer science","Funded places, ensured job availability"
3/29/2021 16:52:42,I agree,30,Conwy,Female,white british,PhD,2020,no religion,straight,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters), PhD",I studied physical geography in high school and treally enjoyed learning more about how the world is formed and all of the active processes. Geology seemed like an even more encompassing version of this. ,Geology is the study of the Earth's processes.,Learns more about the history of the Earth through the study of rocks and landforms.,Yes,Access in high school to a geology specific qualification. In my high school (East Renfrewshire council) it was not an option to take geology as a Higher.,,,It is a very active field and those who are working in it are generally very enthusiastic about their work which is rare to find.,"It is difficult to build a career due to the instability of the markets, which largely drive the employment of geologists.",,,,,,,,,,,,2,3,3,3,3,2,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,2,1,1,3,2,2,1,2,Ores and mining,"Geology, chemistry and biology",More engagement with children at school age
3/29/2021 19:13:24,I agree,I forgot!,Chelsea,Female,Mixed,Master in Economics,2000,Catholic,n.a.,"Primary carer of adult(s) with disability, learning needs or health issues/elderly person/people",Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,To understand earth systems,"Geology is an Earth science concerned with the solid Earth, the rocks of which it is composed, and the processes by which they change over time. (wiki)","A  geologist is a scientist who studies the solid, liquid, and gaseous matter that constitutes the Earth and other terrestrial planets, as well as the processes that shape them. (wiki)",No,"Awareness: many people do not know the subject unless we mention volcanoes and earthquakes. The subject is also associated with the industries of Oil & Gas and mining, whose practices are not environmentally friendly nor ethical (ex: Rio Tinto and aborigenal ancestral caves)","Quant skills: the subject requires algebra, statistics and geometry. ","Fashion catch phrase ""Climate Change"" has moved people's interest away from geology toward more general Environmental studies and 'save the planet'","Since I study geology, I see it as an authentic scientific discipline which explains Earth processes, and hence help to improve our understanding of the planet, its systems, and how we can better preserve it. But many of my friends relate geology to oil & gas, mining and their unethical business practices. ","Oil & gas, mining, construction of nuclear sites on geological faults in a tsunami zones etc....",,,,,,,,,,,,2,4,1,3,3,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,3,1,2,1,1,,"Astrobiology, isotope geology, sedimentology","Communication, a clear embrace of environmental preservation (not just climate change), and enrolment of David Attenborough as well as other high profile personalities, who are mistakenly and inadvertently used by financial institutions for green washing. "
3/30/2021 16:55:07,I agree,23,Warwickshire,Female,White british,BTEC Diploma ,2016,Undecided,Pansexual,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,The study of minerals ,Study rocks,Financial support,The environment ,Understanding of importance,Looks at the past to help figure out the future,Just looking at rocks,No,,"No, my interests lay more with animals",2,2,3,5,2,1,1,1,1,1,2,2,1,5,2,1,3,3,2,1,1,None,"Psychology, Zoology, Geography",More opportunities
3/30/2021 17:35:52,I agree,54,Barnet,Male,Largely N European ancestry (post Pleistocene),PhD,1993,None,Hetero,Co-carer of child/ren under 18,Yes,No,,Yes,"Bachelors degree, PhD",It always fascinated me; had been collecting fossils since age 10,"Study of the Earth, its history, surface and interior as well as other rocky planets",Study or industrial application of any of the above,Yes,Very poor coverage in schools,Viewed as 'easy' compared to other sciences,Poor image both due to link to oil industry and 'macho' image,The link to the world around you,"To some degree, it has an image problem with minority and female students",,,,,,,,,,,,3,1,2,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,1,2,1,3,2,2,1,1,,"Biology, history, politics",Have it better represented in schools
3/31/2021 8:38:27,I agree,36,Denbighshire,Male,European,PhD,2015,None,,Other caring responsibilities,Yes,No,,Yes,"GCSE (or equiv), AS Level (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree, PhD",Interest in earth processes and evolutionary biology,The study of Earth and its past ,"Work in a variety of different roles from engineering, natural resources, environment and academia",Yes,Bad press (associated with fossil fuel industry),Stigma associated with association with polluting/exploitative industries,Travel (not being able to do fieldwork due to physical or financial ability),"Very broad applications that can be used in environmental, oceanographic, renewable energy industries",Association with polluting/exploitative industries; many organizations like AAPG/EAGE/SEG/SPE run by old white men,,,,,,,,,,,,3,1,2,2,1,2,1,1,2,2,2,1,1,3,1,1,2,2,1,2,2,Sedimentary processes (e.g. present day formation of sand bars which may influence placement of tidal lagoons),"Biology, Physics, Chemistry (this was a long time ago)",Changing perceptions so people are more aware of the broader applications
3/31/2021 19:28:16,I agree,21,No idea,Male,Black as they come,A-level,2018,Atheist,Queer,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,Study of the earth ,Try to discover how the earth and universe formed,not a subject in high schools in Zimbabwe,Stigma and ignorance about the course,,It allows us to understand so much about the earths journey over time,it is difficult,No,,"Yes , I am naturally very curious and would have loved a subject that gave me insight",2,3,2,4,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,4,1,2,2,1,1,1,1,,"Geography , Business Studies , Literature",Trips to high schools to educate students
4/1/2021 0:39:43,I agree,20,birmingham city council,female,british bangladeshi ,A levels,2019,Muslim,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,"study of rocks, sediment and their chemical makeup etc ",record and research activity and processes to do with land mass. ,geography isnt considered essential in many schools at gcse level as it isnt seen as one of the big 5 gcses to have so even the basics of geology isnt studied and in less affluent schools geology even at a level would never be spoken about bc theyre trying to get people to pass the basics. ,need a good knowledge of chemistry which many students especially those who arent STEM focused may not enjoy. ,lack of specifc geology teachers in schools- many geography teachers specialised in BA human geog so the departments in schools will most likely not offer geology , people avoid natural disasters by listening to geologists.Many geologists make lots of £££ by working for oil companies. ,"geology is perceived by me as an ancient history of rocks usually by older white men and sometimes feels a little imperial and because the subject itself feels old- it feels outdated. like there's no niche to research bc so many people in past decades have already done it-""how much can rocks change? feels very specialist like youd be stuck in one line of career. i would also say geology has the same vibes as the latin language as a subject- only done by those who have the opportunity there to do so. ",No,,no because although it seems interesting as it mixes chemistry with geography and allows you to study and travel etc it feels like a far too specialist degree to have ,2,2,5,5,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,5,3,1,4,3,3,1,2,,"Geography, chemistry, biology",market it to be more current rather than the present perception of ancient rocks studies
4/1/2021 15:29:00,I agree,28,Lisbon City Council,Male,Caucasian,Masters,2018,None,Straight,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"Post Graduate Certificate, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters)",Keen interest on this scientific field,"Also known as geoscience, is the study of structure, evolution and dynamics of the Earth and its natural resources. It studies all the processes that shaped the Earth throughout its history, and like a detective uses the rock records to unveil that history.","A geologist can be employed in many different industries. Geologists work to better understand the dynamics of the Earth. Some work in fieldwork/mapping, some do logging, laboratory work, software modelling work and report writing (summarising findings).",Yes,"Many times Geology delves into interpretations with a lot of assumptions, therefore sometimes is not an exact science",Sample collection is crucial for a more accurate interpretation,,It allows to extrapolate knowledge from what we know of the Earth to find other possible habitable exoplanets,"Sometimes it is not an ""exact"" science",,,,,,,,,,,,2,2,3,2,3,2,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,4,2,1,4,1,1,1,2,Geographic Information System mapping,"Space science, structural geology and stratigraphy",Spread valuable information for the general public about the subject and all things related
4/3/2021 7:49:56,I agree,32,,Male,"White, mixed",PhD ,2016,Catholic,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,No,,Yes,PhD,I was fascinated by it ,"The study of the earth, its processes and history ",Apply their knowledge of the earth and its history to: study it further; gain economic benefit or; implement management of resources,Yes,Physical Disability,Financial status,Inappropriate portrayal that all geology is field based,Geoscientists are generally nice friendly people,Academia in geology is a disgusting place. ,,,,,,,,,,,,2,2,2,4,2,1,1,2,2,1,1,1,1,5,2,1,4,1,4,1,3,GIS and remote sensing ,"Art, French, geography ","Improve advertisement of degree programs to manage expectations of incoming students, tailor degree programs to reflect the modern requirements of geologists"
4/5/2021 10:17:12,I agree,19,Durham County Council,Female,white British,A-level,2 years ago,Christian ( CofE),straight,No,Yes,Yes,Depression and anxiety,Yes,Bachelors degree,Combination of geography and science. You are able to see what you are learning in real life. ,The study of the earth and the processes that occur to create the structures that are seen. ,Study the Earth.,Yes,Access to equipment,lack of jobs,High grades,useful in everyday life,involves lots of travel sometimes.,,,,,,,,,,,,2,1,2,5,4,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,3,2,1,3,2,2,1,1,No,"Geography, Physics, Maths",Make people more aware that it is not just looking at rocks all day.
4/9/2021 9:18:55,I agree,54,Leicestershire,Female,White British ,PhD,1994,None,Straight heterosexual ,"Carer of child/ren with disability, learning needs or health issues, Co-carer of child/ren under 18",Yes,No,,Yes,"GCSE (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters), PhD",Studied at O and A level ,"The study of Earth processes and products, including, but not limited to,  biological elements in geological history and non biological elements such as resource extraction. ","Depends on expertise. Examples include, volcanologist, 3D modelling, hazard analysis, geotechnics, resource location and extraction (both metallic and non metallic), palaeontologist, site investigation mapping, mineralogist - to name a few. ",Yes,Reform of A level specifications which now contain too much content and has resulted in many centres dropping geology as a subject. ,The change from AS and A-level is being linked with the latest reform means that those students who would have normally taken geology as a fourth A-level intending to do AS But then becoming hooked with the subject and dropping one of the other of the four choices instead at the end of ASU 12,No geology teachers are currently being trained in the UK. The only training possible is the Earth science education unit at Keele University which runs a summer school of about eight days to convert science and geography teachers to geology teachers. This is roughly 8 to 10 teachers per year. Older geology teachers are now retiring. Schools are choosing not to replace them.,We would not have any resources for all of the things we take for granted without geologists. ,Bearded men.,,,,,,,,,,,,2,2,2,1,1,1,3,1,1,1,2,1,1,2,3,1,2,2,2,1,1,,Not applicable. ,A decent A level specification and specialist teachers
4/12/2021 12:35:43,I agree,29,,Genderqueer,White,Foundation Degree,July 2013,None,Pansexual,No,No,Yes,"Autism Spectrum, Social Anxiety Disorder, Depression and General Anxiety.",No,,,,,,,,,,,No,"Study of Earth, it's past, rocks, volcanoes. ","Does a variety of things, can study just volcanology, or work with building planning. ",Money,"Academic qualifications, need at least a Masters to get a decent job.",,Able to study the Earth and it's past. ,"Very cis male dominated, academic barrier for those who can't afford tuition fees to do PHD/Masters. ",No,,Yes. Because I was more interested in Geology rather than Geography in school. ,2,3,3,4,1,2,1,1,4,1,1,1,1,3,2,3,4,3,4,1,1,,"Paleontology, Planetary Sciences and Archivist work. ",Remove barriers to entry for those who are not eligible for large sums of support bursaries. Consider those whose only income relies on benefits. 
4/15/2021 10:52:38,I agree,29,London Borough of Richmond upon Thames,Cisgender Male,White British,Masters,2017,No religion,Gay,No,Yes,Yes,Functional Neurological Disorder,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,"The study of Earth, its systems and processes","It varies - some might work with geological formations to determine prehistoric conditions or cross-over with palaeontology, others may look at earth systems such as volcanoes or tectonic movements, some might work with specific stone types, precious metals or gemstones, some may work in museum or public engagement roles, some may be in teaching or academic research roles, or a combination of the above. ","There's not a lot of exposure to geology as a child. You learn about the more common subjects like Biology, Chemsitry, Physics etc., but geology and geosciences weren't something I really knew about until I was at university, already studying another subject. ",The general perception I had of a Geologist was a White Male. This might present as a barrier for those who don't identify with those characteristics if they can't see themselves as a Geologist. ,"Similarly, there is a perception that geosciences are an ""outdoor"" job and this might not suit someone with a physical or mobility impairment, or someone who doesn't want to work in ""all weather"" territory for example. ","It's a strong scientific topic with a good level of foundation knowledge but still plenty to explore and research. I also like the outdoors perception of working, although I appreciate I've also listed this as a barrier above. The prospect of travel and adventure with a geology role also appeals to me. ","I have no idea what the salary expectations or career trajectory are. I wouldn't be able to tell what my life might be like, what I might be able to afford, what my work-life balance might be like. I'd also be hesitant about aspects of my personal identity - I don't know and have not been exposed to any publicly LGBTQ geologists for example. ",Yes,"I only became aware of it when deciding what course to study at university. It was taught within other subjects at school like Geography, and only as part of that without being truly named as such. By the time I'd heard about it, I'd already decided what I wanted to study. ",,4,3,2,4,2,1,1,1,3,1,2,2,1,3,2,2,4,3,3,1,2,,"Biology, Maths, Drama","More public engagement and understanding for younger audiences. Make geology a known topic before students are deciding their future, and make it one that they can see themselves in. "
4/16/2021 13:25:35,I agree,17,,,,GCSEs,2019,,,No,Yes,Prefer not to say,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,The scientific study of the Earth.,Research into the Earth's past.,Lack of knowledge of what the subject is about.,,,"It draws on all the sciences, so can be thought of as interdisciplinary. It allows lots of travel.",It is only about rocks.,No,,"Yes, because I love science and physical geography, and I see geology as a kind of scientific extension to it.",2,3,3,4,3,2,1,1,1,1,2,2,1,4,1,1,4,2,2,1,2,"Ecology, meteorology, planetary science","Physics, Geography, Music","Make people aware of the breadth of the subject, and the topics involved."
4/19/2021 23:23:37,I agree,58,cambridge,male,white,phd,1989,CoE,heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,PhD,interest,study of the Earth,make deductions about what goes on under our feet from variable data and observations,Yes,fieldwork studies (gets in the of internships etc),uncertain of career path, not studied at school so not aware of it;,excellent fun and allows you to travel,men with beards,,,,,,,,,,,,4,2,3,2,3,4,4,5,4,5,4,4,5,3,4,4,3,3,4,5,4,,"maths, physics, history",more exposure to it on tv
4/20/2021 16:04:08,I agree,24,Bromley council,Female ,White british,Masters (MSc),Graduated 2019,None,Bisexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,It was an optional unit in my geography. I wanted to understand more about geological processes in the earth system,The study of the lithosphere ,"Identify and analyse rocks and minerals for educational, scientific, historical, environmental, commercial etc purposes ",Yes,It's not often taught at A level so students aren't exposed to it until university.,"Need to have a solid scientific background (chemistry, physics) ",,Helps us understand and work with landscapes ,It's difficult in my experience!,,,,,,,,,,,,5,3,3,2,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,4,2,1,4,1,3,1,1,,"Geography, English, environmental science ",More field trips 
4/20/2021 16:33:21,I agree,23,Croydon,Female,British Indian,BA,2020,Hindu,,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,Study of rocks and minerals,Studies rocks and minerals ,Gender (heavily male dominated area),Perceptions about lack of job availability,Not enough understanding about what it actually us,It’s more practical and less theoretical ,Male dominated ,No,,No because I was always more interested in the arts and humanities than sciences ,2,3,4,5,2,1,2,2,2,3,2,2,1,5,2,1,4,2,3,1,4,,"History, RS and English ",
4/20/2021 17:36:50,I agree,24,Lewisham,Female,White,Bachelors degree,2018,Jewish ,Heterosexual ,No,No,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,Study of rocks and earth materials ,Researches the earth,Lack of knowledge about it,Lack of places to study it,Isn’t a core subject ,People who study it are very passionate about it,"Leads to working in oil, a bit boring",Yes,Not very interested in it,,2,2,3,3,2,1,1,2,1,1,2,2,2,3,2,1,2,3,2,1,2,,"Economics, foreign languages, geography ",Teach it earlier in schools 
4/21/2021 17:01:49,I agree,21,"Lewisham, london",female,vietnamesr,a levels,june 2018,buddhist ,heterosexual ,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,"-it's a mixture of all the sciences and geography, and can apply the sciences to the earth to understand the processes of the earth and its history. it's a varied degree that encompasses a wide range of topics from climate to the solid earth and is incredibly interesting",the study of the earth and earth processes including the lithology and climate ,understands the history of the earth to understand the future of the earth and vice versa. researches the earth on land to understand processes within the earth and at subsurface. ,No,-financial reasons: fieldwork equipment and travelling can be costly for fieldwork ,-limited bame and female role models = less representation and limited inclusivity,-geology is not really a known subject: not taught in many schools during gcse/alevels,small community which is nice. trying to help make the earth a better place in the future by understanding its processes e.g. for climate change. can apply knowledge to understand other planets e.g. mars. fieldwork and research/lab work is nice,"stereotypically 'oil & mining - ruining the earth'. other people think it's just the study of rocks = boring. stereotypically white, male dominated. some think it's an outdated subject. no job prospects",,,,,,,,,,,,3,3,3,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,3,3,1,4,3,2,1,1,,"maths, chemistry, geography",more bame/female role models
4/26/2021 7:55:46,I agree,27,Central Bedfordshire,Female,British,MSci,2017,Christian,Straight,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters),"Loved physical geography and sciences at school, geology combined this. Plus the fieldtrips","The study of earth and history of it. From looking at contamination to historic climate change to understanding the rocks and soils to design building, to finding fossils and understanding what their location, shape, size may Tell us about the earth in that time period. ",Can do many things. Classic geologist view is going out and mapping rock outcrops. Or finding oil and gas reserves. But more now engineering geology is coming to the forefront in my opinion. ,Yes,1. Not being exposed to geology at school and teachers not showing students options outside of what is taught at school., 2. Not understanding the careers which can lead from geology degrees. ,The view that geology is male dominated or only oil/gas sector which isn't green.  ,Geology is accessible for everyone and leads to interesting Careers ,It isn't the most sustainable or green sector to work in. ,,,,,,,,,,,,2,2,4,4,1,2,2,1,1,1,2,1,1,3,4,1,3,1,5,1,2,,Geology maths physics,"Introduce it to schools, even if can't teach the subject have career days where geology graduates go and explain the subject and jobs "
4/26/2021 9:27:22,I agree,21,N/A,Female,White,Masters,26/4/2021,Atheist ,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,No,,Yes,A Level,"I love learning about the structure and science of the earth, without the human side of geography","study of the materials, structure and processes of the Earth","study of the materials, structure and processes of the Earth",Yes,Considered 'boring' as it is the study of rocks,considered a hard science ,geography is a higher profile subject,"highly paid career, very niche subject, allows you to travel ",very difficult and complex topic - especially mapping,,,,,,,,,,,,4,4,2,5,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,2,2,1,3,1,1,1,1,"interactions of pollutants in the environment, chemsitry","Environmental Science, Geology, Chemistry",increase awareness that it is not just 'rocks'
4/26/2021 9:27:51,I agree,21,Flintshire,Male,White,A-Level,2018,,Streight,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,Study of minerals ,Study minerals ,Not described well,Over complicated at the beginning. Should ease in more,Expected to know basics when being taught them,Seems interesting once you get into it,Boring ,No,,No,3,4,3,4,4,5,5,5,3,4,4,5,5,3,3,5,3,3,3,5,3,,"Geography, maths, physics",Start less complicated and make it more engaging
4/26/2021 9:28:55,I agree,19,Harrogate Borough Council,Female,White British,A Levels,2019,None,Straight,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,"Study of rocks, their composition and how they are formed",Study rocks and associated processes,Too specific for A levels as very specific topic,Narrows down job choices,Not available at most sixth forms,Practical subject ,Too specific of a topic in contrast to geography which is more broad,No,,No because it is too narrow in contrast to geography which is more broad,3,4,4,4,2,1,1,3,2,1,2,2,2,2,3,1,3,2,3,2,4,,"Maths, Chemistry and Geography",
4/26/2021 9:32:19,I agree,18,Staffordshire County Council ,Male,White,A-level,March 2020,Athiest,Straight ,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,Study of rocks,Look at rocks,Preconceptions of boredom,Lack of prior knowledge ,Not taught about it at school. ,Volcanos are interesting,It's boring,Yes,Other subjects were more appealing,,4,4,3,3,4,2,1,1,2,2,3,1,1,4,4,1,5,2,5,1,2,No,"Biology, drama and English ",Efforts to suggest to people it isn't boring
4/26/2021 9:32:34,I agree,27,Carmarthenshire County Council,Female,White Welsh,Bachelors Degree,2016,None,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,Study of things that make up the Earth e.g rock,"Surveying for earthquakes, floods, mining etc",Inaccessible (no GCSE option in schools),Lack of understanding of the subject,Little knowledge of the available pathways,Important job,N/A - don't know enough ,No,,Potentially - was interested in chemistry at the time and think they are linked well,2,3,3,3,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,2,3,1,2,3,1,3,2,,"Biology, Maths, IT","More information on the careers available, making the subject fun to learn at a young age"
4/26/2021 9:33:10,I agree,23,South staff council,Female,White British ,Bachelors degree,2020,Christian,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,Study of the earth and its processes,Studies land formations and the structure of the earth,Travel limitations,Lack of funding,Lack of geologists,"It is important to study earth and see how it changes, good for giving historical perceptions",Can be a bit boring,No,,"No, because I am more interested in other subjects",4,3,5,5,3,1,2,2,3,3,2,2,1,5,3,3,5,3,3,1,1,,"Biology, geography, environmental science",
4/26/2021 9:34:10,I agree,22,Northamptonshire County Council,Male,Mixed Other,BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma,June 2019,Christian - Baptist,Heterosexual,Informal carer,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,The study of rocks and minerals,Study and classify rocks and minerals,An inerest,,,I think rocks are fascinating in how they are formed and manipulated,Can often times just be staring at rocks,Yes,I prefer trees and forests,,5,2,4,5,3,5,5,5,5,5,5,5,5,3,4,5,4,5,5,5,4,No,"History, Design and Technology, Science",A larger presence e.g. more publicly advertising the course.
4/26/2021 9:35:33,I agree,19,Pembrokeshire County Council ,Female,"White, Caucasian ",A-level,2019,Christian ,Demisexual,No,Yes,Prefer not to say,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,"Study of Earth make-up, minerals rocks processes etc",Study the above,It is rarely available to study in sixth forms ,A lot of people think its just looking at rocks,It is fairly specialist (you can springboard more areas of further study from geography),Enjoy studying formation processes,Not too interested in composition of earth components ,No,,No because I am more interested in other subjects,2,2,2,4,3,5,5,5,5,4,3,3,3,2,4,5,2,4,2,4,3,Archaeology ,"Biology, Art/ photography, Chemistry",Have it more widely available as a subject for study in GCSEs and A-levels
4/26/2021 9:35:34,I agree,32,Gwynedd,female,white,Masters,2016,,,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,"science about the earth, about the solid ground beneath us","research about the earth, e.g. tectonic plates, structure of the ground. Planning during construction projects.","Not sure, as I never wanted to study geology",,,I associate geologist with environmental protection,none,Yes,I was more interested in other subjects,,4,4,4,5,3,1,1,1,1,2,3,1,1,2,3,1,4,5,1,1,3,"Arctic and Antarctic, studies about  the historic climate","biology, environmental siences, life cycle assessment",
4/26/2021 9:37:15,I agree,22,NA,Female,White British,A Level,2017,Atheist,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,The study of rocks and the earth's surface,"Mostly surveillance work, sometimes in mining",Very male dominated,Not much scope to learn about it at lower education levels,,People who stick with it enjoy it. Very useful career if you like surveying ,Male dominated,Yes,"Wasn't suitable for my degree, male dominated",,4,2,3,2,4,5,5,5,5,5,4,4,5,3,3,5,3,4,4,5,5,No,"Biology, English, sociology",Encourage more women into the sciencd
4/26/2021 9:39:44,I agree,24,Anglesey ,Male,British,GCSE,2017 (ish),Agnostic leaning towards religious ,Flexible,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,Study of rocks,Study rocks?,Other interests (not that I would say geography is boring; nothing’s boring when you get into it),Some might not know where to start,Some might not be aware that the field exists,Rocks are cool.,I don’t have any.,No,,"Yes. I like to learn new things, so I would be open to studying it. However, my main academic interests are in computer science, electronic engineering, psychology, and neurology, so if a geology module was an option amongst any of these I wouldn’t think about choosing it.",5,2,2,4,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,1,2,"Construction (land surveys, materials used, potential structural issues during/after)","Computer science, electrical/mechanical engineering, psychology/neurology","I think people and institutions nowadays try too hard to get people to like things, and end up drawing in the wrong kinds of people. Geology isn’t going to go extinct, as (I imagine) there’s a lot we still don’t know about rocks. So take it as it is, it’s still an important field so people aren’t going to stop funding it, and beyond that; as experts become rarer, wages will increase for those who have the qualifications, and then more people will be drawn to the field as that’s where the money will be."
4/26/2021 9:43:21,I agree,20,west oxfordshire district council ,trans male,white,a-level,2019,atheist ,queer,No,Yes,Prefer not to say,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,the study of rocks and the earth's processes such as tectonics,unsure,no access or education of it in school,uncertainty of what it entails i.e. is it heavily scientific ,"without understanding what geology really is, studying rocks seems outdated nowadays",my favourite teacher at school was a geologist turned geography teacher and he spoke passionately about the formation of different rock types and structures that made it interesting to take that knowledge out with me and notice geological features and their processes when outside,I imagine studying it would be highly scientific and I don't have a science-y brain,No,,"yes because I am very interested in physical geography and it would have been nice to study aspects of it further in GCSE or A-Levels and get a better understanding of the physical world. Moreover, as the geography teacher I has was a geologist and he could make anything interesting, I would be encouraged to take geology if I got on well with the teacher.",3,3,4,5,3,1,1,1,2,1,3,1,1,3,3,2,3,3,3,1,2,no,"art, geography, English literature ",make it more accessible!!!
4/26/2021 9:46:50,I agree,21,Gwynedd council,Female,White,A level,2018,Christian,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,Study of rocks,Studies these rocks or stuff like volcanoes,1 Not offered by a school/college, so 2 haven't heard of it before at that point,"3 because it wasn't studied in school, would seem to difficult to study it at university",Helps study the impacts of volcanoes and how to be more prepared if one erupts,Hard to get a geology based job in Wales because it's so specific,No,,No because my interest lies within human aspects of geography so it would be too scientific for me,3,4,2,3,1,2,1,1,1,1,5,4,1,2,4,3,4,3,4,1,4,,"History, geography, english","Incorporate some geology lessons in younger years so students are more aware of what it is, and are then able to make an informed choice at GCSE/a levels"
4/26/2021 9:45:33,I agree,19,Wokingham Borough Council,Woman,White British,A-Level,Summer 2020,Agnostic,Lesbian,No,Yes,Yes,"Partial hearing impairment, autism",No,,,,,,,,,,,No,The study of minerals and how the earth's mineral composition and structure has changed over time,Studies minerals and applies this knowledge,Money,Time,Qualifications,It seems like a fascinating subject to study,It sounds hard to get a job in the field,Yes,I was more interested in zoology,,3,3,3,3,2,2,1,1,2,2,2,2,1,2,2,2,2,3,3,1,2,Mineralogy,"Biology, Chemistry, Philosophy",More advertisment of geology as a subject to study
4/26/2021 9:45:39,I agree,23,Ynys Mon,Female,White,BSc,2019,none,Straight,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,The study of earth,"Studies/researches the earth to gain a better understanding of earth's past, present and future",no prior experience in high school ,"people think its just ""looking at rocks""",outdated - associated with oil and gas exploration,key in helping understand and solve the current climate crisis,"bad for the environment (oil exploration), a bit boring ",Yes,I could've switched courses at undergrad level in first semester but I wanted to a keep a more broad environmental science focus and the course was very traditional and exploration focussed which put me off. ,,3,4,2,1,1,2,2,1,1,1,2,1,1,2,3,1,3,2,3,1,1,,"Geography, Environmental Science, Design",remove the assumption that its all about oil exploration 
4/26/2021 9:49:29,I agree,19,,Female,White British,A-Level,2020,Athiest,Straight,Other caring responsibilities,Yes,Prefer not to say,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,Study of rock formations,Study the structure and history of rocks ,Not much known about the subject,"Not a subject which is taught about a lot in younger learning years, therefore not encouraged",Stigma ,It's a brilliant way of learning about the earth's structure and how it is changing in the long and short term impacts ,N/A,Yes,Because I was passionate about another field of work,,1,2,3,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,,"Geography, Philisophy and Ethics and Sociology",More of it present in early learning years such as GCSE
4/26/2021 9:56:08,I agree,42,Wrexham,same as assigned at birth,White British,GCSE,26 years ago,None,irrelevant ,Co-carer of child/ren under 18,Yes,Yes,Collapsed vertebrae and SLE,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,The study of the worlds rock formations and content.,Study the properties of rocks to determine how and when it was formed.,Lack of awareness of it's importance.,,,I think it's fascinating and important in the understanding of the Earth's history.,That it's a male dominated subject. ,No,,"Yes, I collected rocks and fossils as a child, loved to learn about sedimentary layers, plate tectonics, volcanoes etc.",2,2,2,3,2,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,1,3,2,1,3,2,2,1,1,Chemistry,"Geography, Biology, Environmental Science.",Awareness
4/26/2021 9:56:47,I agree,21,Bury,,,Bachelors Degree ,July 2020,,,,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,Rocks ,Rocks ,Taught in a dry way in geography classes. Similar to plants in biology.,,,None,Dry lessons in geography put me off the subject ,Yes,Dry subject matter at high school. ,,3,3,3,2,4,4,5,5,4,4,3,4,4,1,3,3,1,1,1,4,3,,"Biology, French, Chemistry ",Improve method of teaching in high school lessons that make the subject more interactive. Avoid chemistry at first. 
4/26/2021 10:21:36,I agree,20,London Borough of Harrow,Female,British Asian,A-Level,2019,Hindu,Straight,No,No,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,The study of the earth ,Study the evolution and formation of the earth,Unsure of what future jobs could be and whether they would be exciting or not ,"We study a lot of geography during primary and high school and i believe the subjects overlap but ""geology"" is rarely mentioned. Geologists seen in documentaries are from abroad and do very niche tasks that dont seem to show what they actually do in their daily jobs.","In the big bang theory tv show, geology was the subject that the main character (seen to be the smartest character) made fun of and said wasn't ""real"" science. Obviously not true and a fictional tv show, but does lower the bar for geologist in thinking they only study rocks and soil. Students are always looking to help the future but seems like geology is stuck focusing on the past.","The parts that overlapped in geography classes during primary and high school were my favourite parts of the whole subject and the easiest for me to understand. It was part of the reason why I chose geography as a GCSE subject and achieved a high grade. I enjoyed learning about how the earth was formed to what it is today, with different properties classifying different types of rocks and how they formed our mountains, as well as the change of air composition from the past and how layers if the earth hold different minerals and elements. It's a shame it's was put under ""physical geography"" and shined little light on the geology subject and future careers as a geologist.","From what I have been exposed to, I feel geology isn't very exciting. I don't know what it could tell us about the future or how relevant it can be. Jobs don't seem to be super interesting and are very repetitive. I do not think the jobs pay well unless you are willing to do repetitive tasks like risk assessments and device checks. You could be in the lab finding out the composition of some old soil and that does seem like something I want to spend the rest of my life doing.",No,,"If I was educated more on the subject, had known of its name and been advertised the types of jobs available, I think I would have considered it as route because the understanding of its concepts come easy to me and could be a more of a fated route for my future. ",1,2,2,4,3,1,1,1,2,2,3,4,1,3,2,1,4,3,3,1,1,,"Music Technology, Physics, Geography","Advertise it under its name and show the ins and outs of common jobs in that field. Invite high schools to tour labs, museums or specific sites important to your study. Make it known as a valid option for a future sustainable job."
4/26/2021 10:29:15,I agree,21,,male,white,A-level,2019,-,heterosexual ,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,study of rocks and minerals of the Earth,studies the evolution of the earth and its minerals as well as how their structures behave and change overtime ,travel restrictions,permits,-,useful to help understand the planet and how we can use its natural resources ,-,No,,"over my other choices no, but maybe on the side ",3,3,4,3,5,1,1,1,1,2,2,3,2,4,1,1,3,5,2,2,2,,"maths, chemistry and physics ",get rid of the negative stigma around it in lower schools 
4/26/2021 10:37:19,I agree,25,Torfaen County Borough Council,Male,White - British,GCSEs + Btec level 3 ,2013,N/A,Straight,No,Yes,No,,Yes,GCSE (or equiv),Seemed interesting and enjoyed the teachers 'teaching style' ,The study of Earth/rocks and their systems,Researches/manages/consults on earth systems ,Yes,Lack of clear end opportunities (career possibilities),Lack of engagement for young people. ,Lack of access to areas which are geologically important and inspiring.,It is an incredible opportunity to gain an understanding of the complexity and significance of Earths processes and its timeline. ,Can become complicated and overwhelming quickly. ,,,,,,,,,,,,3,4,2,2,3,1,1,1,1,1,2,2,1,2,1,2,2,4,3,1,2,,"Physical Education, Geography, Chemistry",More field trips and engagement activities.
4/26/2021 10:39:58,I agree,53,Gwynedd,Female,Cymraeg/Welsh,BA + PGCE,1988 + 1989,Christian,Hetrosexual,Co-carer of child/ren under 18,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,study of what's beneath our feet?,studies how the earth was formed ,difficult area,lack of understanding of what it means,the science element,I enjoy mountaineering and learnt a lot about geology when out walking,it's complicated,No,,no - more of a language student,1,3,5,4,4,1,1,3,4,1,3,4,1,3,1,1,3,4,1,1,1,,"French, Welsh, Linguistics",Improve the image of the course and explain the course title
4/26/2021 10:52:19,I agree,27,Gwynedd ,Femail,White British,MSc,2018,none,heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,"the study of earth materials, in particular rocks and minerals, with a focus on their use as natural resources","survey sites for their parent material e.g. to identify potential quarry sites, or hazards.",it is not a school subject - I don't think I knew it existed when I was at school,geology careers are not well communicated - it sounds more like a vocational subject,it sounds like an 'old fashioned' subject,"it provides an opportunity to fully understand the fundamental make up of the planet, and to be able to gain some idea of the history of a site just by looking at the rock types and formations locally.",I would be nervous that it wouldn't offer much in the way of career options.,Yes,because I didn't have an understanding of how humans and the environment interact when I was choosing my degree as a teenager. I also remember finding geography quite boring at school. I wouldn't have thought I could get a job after studying geology at that age either.,,2,3,2,1,2,2,1,1,1,1,2,2,2,2,2,1,1,3,2,2,2,no,"soil science, biochemistry, environmental policy","communicate respected, well paid geology careers to school children"
4/26/2021 10:52:42,I agree,20,Sefton,Females,White,A-Levels,May 2019,Catholic,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,Study of rocks ,"Investigate rocks, how they're made up, what they consist of, how they were made ",Location ,Education board ,Not enough qualified teachers ,Seems an interesting career,N/A,No,,Yes as it might have linked to my current university course or led me to choose a more geoscience related degree ,2,3,1,4,4,1,1,1,2,2,2,3,3,3,4,2,3,4,4,2,3,,"Geography, Art and English ",More activities to teach us about what it is and engage us in what a career would be like in geology 
4/26/2021 10:53:00,I agree,20,Brenda Warrington (Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council),Male,White,A-level,2018,Agnostic,Bisexual,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,The study of rocks/ the earth,Study rocks/ the earth,Perception that it isn't useful in tackling key problems today,N/A (reason listed was only one that I could think of),N/A (reason listed was only one that I could think of),Lots of time outdoors in the field. Never met a geologist who wasn't likeabe and somewhat quirky.,"Although I am sure it is an important field of science, it often gets overshadowed by climate science and conservation in the media. Never really hear of a new and useful finding in geology in the media. ",Yes,Wasn't educated in how it could be useful in tackling key problems facing us today. ,,5,4,2,2,2,1,1,1,1,2,2,2,2,5,5,1,5,3,5,2,3,N/A,"Biology, Geography, Physics",Educate people on the uses of geology and how they relate to the needs of today/the future. Educate people on what geology actually is. Teach more geology earlier on in schools (e.g. secondary school). 
4/26/2021 10:54:04,I agree,20,Leeds ,M,White British ,A level,2018,Atheist ,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,Studying formation and composition of rock ,Things relating to rocks ,Not achieving GCSEs/a levels ,Money for university,Lack of publicity of the subject ,Identification of rocks and minerals and substrates is a useful skill,Seems boring ,Yes,I wasn't very interested ,,3,3,4,4,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,5,3,1,3,4,2,1,1,Soil science,"Biology, media, carpentry ",Include more immediately interesting things in syllabus like formation of geodes and identification of minerals 
4/26/2021 11:04:13,I agree,59,Isle of Anglesey,Male,White British,Ph.D,2004,Agnostic,Heterosexual,No,Yes,Yes,Deafness,Yes,GCSE (or equiv),I found a fossil on my local beach when I was 10. the site is now a palaeontological SSSI,The study of rocks,"Study rocks and earth processes, often to inform the search for commercial mineral deposits.",Yes,Collapse of the fossil fuel industry - a major employer,Few opportunities in research,"What opportunities exist are in remote locations, possibly in hostile countries",The magazine 'geoscience' is one of the best popular science magazines available,Tends to be perceived as a  male occupation,,,,,,,,,,,,2,2,3,3,3,3,1,1,1,2,2,1,1,3,3,4,4,2,2,1,1,"Evolution, taxonomy, chemistry","Botany, Geology, Media studies",Public accessibility to collections
4/26/2021 11:12:12,I agree,18,East Riding,Male,White,A level ,1 year ago,Agnostic,Straight,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,Studying rocks,Study rocks,School didn’t do it at a level,,,Travel ,-,No,,No,3,4,2,4,3,1,1,1,2,2,2,2,1,5,3,2,5,5,2,1,1,,"Biology, geography, P.E",Offer it as an option in education earlier
4/26/2021 11:15:52,I agree,28,Gwynedd,Male,Welsh (White),Bachelors Degree,2019,Spiritual non-religious,Straight,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,The study of the components and structures within the Earth,Gather data and observe patterns within the structure of the Earth,Lack of advertisement,Little media coverage,Lack of funding,"The Earth is stunning, my own collection of rocks, understanding how it all comes together",So rare to find a good course,No,,Yes and no - I would like to do cross-field study in Geology. I am a computer scientist and mixing the two together would be awesome.,4,2,2,4,3,4,5,5,4,4,5,5,5,3,5,5,2,4,3,5,5,,No,More mixed-field study opportunities.
4/26/2021 11:18:31,I agree,20,,male,white,A-Level,2019,None,Asexual,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,"Study of the earth, how it was formed, geological processes, tectonic plates","Study rocks, minerals, etc. to find out how they were formed",Lacking the option to study it,Not finding it appealing,Misconceptions about what you do as a geologist,Being able to say something about pre-history from looking at a rock,Boring,No,,"Yes, but not as my main subject. I find it interesting but not enough to pursue it as my main subject",3,4,4,5,2,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,3,2,1,4,1,2,1,2,,"Zoology, languages, physics",more knowledge about what geologists do except look at rocks
4/26/2021 11:20:06,I agree,19,Powys,Male,White English ,A-level,2020,None,Bisexual ,No,No,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,Study of rocks and soil,Looking at how the layers of the earth form,Not knowing what it actually is ,Other things make it sound bad (most the time when I hear it it is a joke about geology being boring),,None,"Boring, just looking at rock. I’ve even hear some other scientists say it’s not proper science, I do think they were joking but still",No,,"No, I’ve always heard it’s boring",3,4,5,5,5,2,2,2,2,2,2,2,1,4,2,3,4,5,2,1,1,,"Biology, Physics and computer science ",Make sure people know the actual content I’m sure it can’t actually be about looking at rocks all day
4/26/2021 11:20:18,I agree,18,Fareham,Male,White British,A level,2020,None,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,The study of formations of rocks and the lithosphere ,study different aspects of geology,Not available at A-level in my particular college,Interests in other subjects,Not really heard of as an option,"Maybe interesting, and well paid from companies like Shell","None really, maybe boring",No,,"No as I'm primarily interested in other things, maybe if we were introduced to it, or had a taster of it sooner",2,2,3,3,2,2,1,1,1,2,2,2,1,3,2,1,2,3,2,1,2,,"Biology, Chemistry, Physics",Wider engagement at a younger age in schools
4/26/2021 11:32:33,I agree,23,,female,German/Turkish by blood,BSc,2020,Spiritual,Pansexual,Informal carer,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,"Study of rocks and their affiliated importance to ecosystems, geography etc.?",Study rocks and affiliated or work in fields that concern geographic events i.e. volcanic eruptions?,Enthusiasm for rocks,Enthusiasm for chemistry,Uncertainty of career future,"Love geography and tectonic movement, volcanic eruptions, landslides etc.",Details of rock composition,Yes,I preferred other subjects to it. ,,3,2,4,3,2,2,1,1,2,1,2,1,1,5,5,3,4,2,3,1,4,No,"Ecology, Socio-politics, Cultural studies. ",Mention that you don't have to end up as an old man in a museum with a rock collection but involve the amazing career opportunities that come with it. 
4/26/2021 11:38:20,I agree,30,Gwynedd,Male,white,Masters,2019,None,,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,Study of lithosphere,"Analyse geological formations, primarily for the purpose of extracting natural resources",Dominance of fossil fuel extraction as many industry employing geologists,Lack of exciting new frontiers for discovery in the field - mostly just improved management.,Little direct overlap with interesting social science,People I've met that stuied it were nice,Geology courses basically exist to provide technically trained labour for the fossil fuel extraction industry.,Yes,I was more interested in other fields,,2,2,3,3,2,4,1,1,1,2,2,4,3,4,3,1,4,3,4,2,3,,"Physics, Political Economy, Languages",Actively distance the field from the fossil fuel industry and emphasise the importance of subfields relevant to decarbonisation and atmospheric carbon removal.
4/26/2021 11:38:28,I agree,23,Rochdale Borough Council,female,white,A-Level,2015/2016,catholic,bisexual,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,study of earth and rocks,analyse samples or rock/sediment to look at composiiton and structure?,knowledge,ethnicity,disability,probably does some important stuff like assess construction sites to make sure its not dangerous to build there or something,limited job field?,No,,"no - likely had other options that were of more interest, also tend to prefer subjects that look at things that are/were alive",2,3,1,2,3,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,3,2,1,3,3,3,1,1,,"Biology, Sociology, Psychology",emphasis on job opporunities through this field
4/26/2021 11:46:34,I agree,38,Gwynedd,Female,White,MSc,2004,None,In a same sex relationship,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,Study of Earth,Studies Earth processes,Not sure what career path after study,No geology lessons in school ,,Varied subject,Complex,No,,Yes - more interested in subjects like geology than humanities,4,4,1,3,2,1,1,1,2,1,1,1,1,3,4,1,4,4,2,1,2,,"Biology, Zoology, Geography",Added as a subject to the school curriculum
4/26/2021 11:54:59,I agree,28,Ynys Mon ,Male,White,Bachelors Degree,August 2014,Atheist,Gay,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,The study of rocks ,"Studies rocks for numerous reasons including looking at past climates, studying rock type to understand where an area has originated from, to understand the inner workings of the plants, to help in our understanding of natural rock related disasters such as earthquakes and volcanoes, and much more i'm sure!",Geology not being available as a G.C.S.E. everywhere,A lack of understanding in where a Geology degree can take you in a career,"A likelihood that a lot of people just don't really know what geology is, or only perceive the subject as a hobby and not a career","I really do love geology, and have always found geological processes in particular fascinating",There aren't any careers in Geology ,No,,"Yes, when I studied my G.C.S.E.s we tried to set up a group of students to have geology available as a subject, but because we could only get three people they dropped the idea. if i had the chance to study Geology as a G.C.S.E. and/or A level then I may very well have changed my degree. ",1,2,2,4,3,1,1,1,2,1,2,2,1,3,3,2,4,2,3,1,1,No,"Biology, Geography, Chemisty ","Make it more widely available as a subject in secondary schools, and make changes to the curriculum to allow people to study core aspects of Geology in year 7, 8 and 9 in more depth. "
4/26/2021 12:01:11,I agree,35,Ynys Mon,Female,White British,BEng,2005-2010,No religion,Bisexual,No,Yes,Yes,"Mild physical disability - hypermobility, affects my ability to grip and use my hands fully",Yes,"Bachelors degree, I dropped out during my first year",I enjoyed the aspects of geology we did in my GCSE Chemistry classes,Study of rocks and the earth in general,Stuff to do with what's underground,Yes,"The main reason I dropped out - because I couldn't see a career for me in it, every potential prospect seemed related to oil & gas exploration and I had strong environmental views that didn't seem to be compatible",For others - not studying separate sciences at GCSE means the geology parts of GCSE chemistry get dropped in double science so people don't get exposed to how interesting it could be,Lack of encouragement at school? Was never really suggested or encouraged as an option,"I find it extremely interesting. When young things like fossils, dinosaurs, volcanoes etc (which were belittled as interests when I started studying it at university).","It's association with coal, oil, gas, fossil fuels in general, quarrying and mining.",,,,,,,,,,,,4,5,4,4,3,2,1,1,1,2,2,1,1,4,4,2,5,4,3,1,3,,"Maths, Physics, Computer Science",Widening understanding of potential career prospects
4/26/2021 12:06:26,I agree,19,Gwynedd Council,Female,White,A level,August 2020,No religion,Straight,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,The study of rocks and earthly structures ,Study rocks and earthly structures,Not offered as a subject to study,Not understanding the subject,Not liking your lecturers,Interesting field of study,Can be complex at times,Yes,"It didn’t interest me, I didn’t know much about the subject",,2,4,3,5,5,2,1,1,1,2,3,2,2,5,4,3,3,5,3,3,3,,"Biology, Physics and Chemistry",
4/26/2021 12:14:49,I agree,17,,Female,,A-Level,June 2020,,,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,The study of rocks and their processes over time ,"A geologist does quite a lot of field work and they analyze a variety of rock, mineral and other types of samples they've collected.",I am already doing my major in university ,Most job opportunities in my home country are far from where I live,Studying geology would involve a lot of practical lessons and the COVID restrictions would have prevented them from happening and I'd feel like I missed an important bit of my geology 'experience',I love geology. I find it to be very interesting and important as it helps us better understand both the physical aspects of our planet and the historical ones as well.,I've been told that doing geology as a career is different (not exactly in a positive way) from studying it.,Yes,I had a higher interest in studying my current major (biology with biotechnology),,3,3,3,5,5,2,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,4,3,3,5,4,2,1,2,,"Biology, Chemistry, Marine Science",Parents/Teachers should talk about geology-related topics from a younger age as they do with common majors like medicine or engineering to allow the child to spark an interest or at least to know that such a study exists.
4/26/2021 12:37:00,I agree,21,South Northamptonshire Council,female,White English,Bachelors,June 2020,unaffiliated with a particular religion,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,Yes,Dyslexia ,Yes,Bachelors degree,yes,the physical structure of the earth (both present and throughout time),Study the physical structure and mechanisms of the earth throughout time ,Yes,lack of historical data,lack of funding ,access to sites of interest,it helps us understand our planets past which helps us predict out planets future ,its all about rocks,,,,,,,,,,,,3,4,2,3,3,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,4,2,1,3,4,2,1,2,,"biology, geography, history",wider education on what geology is and how it relates to the working world (employment)
4/26/2021 12:44:36,I agree,21,Gwynedd,Male,White Welsh,A-Levels,August 2018,None,Straight,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,"Generally the Study of rocks, land formations, minerqls","Study rocks, land, water, minerals and ores",Dont know any specific jobs that follow,Lack of interest from the public (chemistry and physics and more “modern” sciences seem more relevant,,Can help when building in a new area,Negative links with mining pollution,Yes,Lack of knowledge taught at a younger level,,2,2,2,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,1,2,1,3,2,1,2,2,2,2,1,Minerals,"Chemistry, Physics and History",Show how important it is
4/26/2021 12:58:09,I agree,53,Carmarthenshire,male ,caucasian,HND,3 years ago,n/a,,No,No,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,study of the earths crust,"studies history, the environment and evolution through rocks and minerals",no clear job outcomes,appears to be old and fuddy duddy,not enough celebrities/ambassadors to inspire youngsters,it's well interesting,none personally except that personally I don't want to spend my life traipsing around outdoors.,No,,"possibly, love all sciences and history",3,3,2,5,4,3,1,1,2,2,3,3,1,3,4,2,4,3,3,1,2,"chemistry, physics","Art, History, physics",get a geology version of David Attenbrough
4/26/2021 13:09:48,I agree,19,Shropshire ,Female ,White British ,A level,2020,Catholic ,Straight ,No,No,Yes,,Yes,A Level,I like learning where things come from and why the look and behave the way they do,Study of physical features on the earth and how things interact with them,Depends on the geology ,No,Not available at all schools or sixth forms,Need a high level of qualification to go far in a job,Can be lumped in with geography ,Everything?,N/a,,,,,,,,,,,,3,2,3,3,3,2,2,2,2,2,2,2,2,3,2,2,3,4,2,2,2,N/a,"Geography, modern history and geology ",Get it put in the criculum for younger children  
4/26/2021 13:10:24,I agree,28,Anglesey County Council,Male.,White British,GCSEs,2008,Christian Identity,Straight,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,The study of rocks,Study rocks,Employment prospects,No real college options,More interesting subjects,Rocks are cool,Some rocks are not cool,No,,No. Doesnt interest me. Theres a limit to how many subjects can be studied in your lifetime.,1,3,1,3,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,4,2,1,5,4,3,2,1,,"English Literature, Forestry, Western Ancient Religion",Dont get woke. Whatever you do. Itll make the last remaining people lose interest.
4/26/2021 13:56:51,I agree,26,,Male,White,Masters,2018,No religion,Straight,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,The study of anything from the Earth's crust (included) downwards,"Geologists study and describe the history, the properties and the interactions of the various materials that make up Earth and shape its landscape on a variety of spatial and temporal scales, ranging from sand erosion to continental drift; they are also able to make predictions on the stability of terrain and on the localisation of aquifers, oil reservoirs and ore bodies and to reconstruct the geological history of a territory.",The vast amount of knowledge that the field requires and that cannot be derived from first principles; minerals are many and their names are (almost) arbitrary ,"Geologists are usually passionate about the environment, but some of the most lucrative career outcomes are in the oil and mining industry. This may cause frustration in perspective students.",,"I am fascinated by how knowledgeable geologists are and by how they may, at a glance, tell how a certain lake, mountain or river formed by looking at details that may escape the untrained eye, or recognize a mineral and be able to tell what constitutes it. This is most impressive to me as an inorganic chemist.",None,Yes,"While geology fascinates me, I saw it as a descriptive science and I deeply wanted to make new things.",,1,2,3,3,2,1,1,1,2,2,2,2,1,5,2,2,4,2,2,1,1,Geochemistry,"Chemistry, physics, mathematics",Highlight the interactions between geology and other disciplines and the potential for practical action
4/26/2021 14:01:10,I agree,21,,Female,"White, other.",A-Levels,2018,none,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,A Level,"I didn´t, in my country is compulsory","the science that studies the earth abiotic, solid parts",Studies rocks and soils and the process of their formation,No,Is under-represented as an option in sciences,Career prospects do not look very appealing,,Seems a basic science to understand our planet,Some parts are really boring.,,,,,,,,,,,,4,2,3,2,2,2,1,1,1,1,2,3,1,5,3,1,5,2,1,1,3,,"Biology, philosophy and arts",I would invest in visibility of career prospects and cooperation with other sciences with more popularity such as biology.
4/26/2021 14:23:40,I agree,22,Essex county council,Male,White British,Chemistry Bachelors,2020,"Christian, church of england",Hetero,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,The study of the land from natural geological formations to types of stone and rock. ,A geologist studies the land to understand how best to utilise what it has to offer from mining to building dams and for the prevention of major casualties from volcanic activity to radiation from underground sources.,It wasn't my first choice.,It seems impractical for everyday life.,,"Geologists understand things about the world which are very interesting. Natural formations mountains, valley etc.","You're not very good at communicating why it is interesting. The stigma comes in when you appear to be more interested in that something than it appears to the wider community, if people were to understand clearly then the problem would go away. It's like watching a movie with and without music.",Yes,I had other subjects which appeared more intriguing to me.,,4,4,2,5,3,2,1,1,4,1,3,2,1,2,4,1,4,3,4,1,2,,"Chemistry, ICT, Physics",Clearer communication about what is interesting about the subject.
4/26/2021 14:35:25,I agree,49,Conwy,Male,White Europe,Bachelors,2020,Loose,Gay man,No,No,Yes,"Dyspraxia, long term mental illness, bilateral hearing loss",No,,,,,,,,,,,No,Study of rocks,"Study rocks, formations and patterns to do a variety of things","Passion - not engaging for me, not interested","Already done a degree, would do geology if it was no cost to see if I was wrong",Would like to try before committing,Important for gas and oil etc. Gemstone industry,"Dirty, oil and gas",Yes,More interested in animals,,2,3,1,4,2,2,2,2,5,4,3,5,5,3,2,4,3,2,5,5,4,Unsure,"Biology, French and developing an interest in ITC recently",Better marketing of the uses and importance
4/26/2021 14:52:38,I agree,22,Gwynedd Council,Feminine Fluid,White British,BSc,2020,Atheist,Bisexual/Pansexual,No,Yes,Yes,Mental Illnesses,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,"The study of natural minerals, their formations and functions in their environments, and their uses.","study natural minerals; ages of rock formations - fossils within the rock, use mineral formations as a way to describe and understand the environment and how it formed",gender gap - women being pushed away from STEM subjects,misunderstanding of the subject and job applications,,"underrated science - involves more chemistry that one might think, interesting",Just looking at abiotic aspects of the world bores me,Yes,"Doesn't interest me as much as biotic aspects of the natural world - fungi, pathogens, animals, plants",,3,4,3,2,2,1,1,2,2,1,1,1,3,5,3,1,3,3,2,3,1,,"Biology, Art, English Literature","Make what is actually studied more well known, and what professions are actually closely linked with geology"
4/26/2021 14:53:01,I agree,19,,Female,Welsh,A level,Summer 2020,Christian,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,A study of the composition of the earth,"Depending on specific field, first answer would be locating oil. Research jobs etc",My college didnt offer geology a level,It isnt well discussed at gcse,You dont have talks from people in the field eg talks in school or college such as those given for careers in physics etc,It can be a very high paying job with a lot of benefits. I find the subject very interesting.,It could be considered boring or restrictive compared to other natural sciences as I've never learnt the full extent of the subject area covered eg what is classed as geography not geology,No,,"Yes, my first choice was geology but the option was removed the year I went to college due to low uptake. I've always been very interested in all earth sciences.",3,2,2,1,2,1,1,1,1,2,2,3,1,3,2,1,4,4,2,2,1,,"Biology, geography, history ",I think giving more talks in schools or colleges about the breadth of topics within geology as well as the job opportunities and how to pursue the subject would be very helpful. Having geology available as an a level is important but I think offering information about how to prepare for a degree in geology with or without a geology a level could be a good alternative as colleges cant run courses with such low interest.
4/26/2021 15:29:33,I agree,28,n/a,Male,"white, British",Science access course,2016,Atheist,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,"The science of Earth (or other planets or moons) materials, structure, processes and history",study the terrestrial environment ,It requires extensive knowledge of the sciences,it is not considered very fun,most people know very little about it,it's incredibly important in understanding the earth and in resource acquisition ,It's a musty subject,No,,No because i find it tedious to study what happened millions of years ago,1,2,1,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,2,1,2,2,2,1,1,In/organic Chemistry,Art,Make people more aware of it's value and give it an adventurous style when marketing it. 
4/26/2021 15:34:33,I agree,22,Coventry City Council,Female,White british,BTEC Extended Diploma,2018,None,Heterosexual,"Sandwich' or 'Dual' carer, Other caring responsibilities",Yes,Yes,Myopia,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,The study of the natural land and formations,Studies land formations,Money involved in a career,Lack of a gender taking part,If there is enough differences in the land of the surrounding area,Helps people to understand the land beneath their feet,Can be quite boring? (in my opinion),No,,"No, as I am not interested in geology as a subject to study",5,2,5,5,4,1,1,1,1,1,3,1,1,4,3,2,3,5,2,2,3,,"Biology, Marine Sciences, PE",Include it in the main school curriculum
4/26/2021 15:39:18,I agree,23,Oxfordshire (Oxford),Male,White,Masters,2019,None,Straight,No,Yes,Yes,ASD,Yes,"Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters), PhD","It's quite a long story! I went to a state comprehensive and was only ever taught geology as part of the compulsory parts of KS3 Science and Geography (i.e. the basic rock types, the rock cycle, etc), which I found very boring. By the time I started Year 12, I knew I was interested in environmental issues and also loved the sciences more broadly, and was thinking of studying Natural Sciences at university (I wanted to study a hard science so didn't want to do geography, but I was interested in the environment, so I was thinking of going into climate physics through physics/natural sciences). It never even crossed my mind to study geology or earth sciences (because I had never come across it in an interesting context) until I came across the description of Earth Sciences in Imperial College's undergraduate prospectus. When I read the description, it ticked all the boxes of what I was looking for. I then did lots of reading around the subject, an EPQ on the anthropocene, and attended Oxford's UNIQ summer school for Earth Sciences, all of which confirmed that Earth Sciences was the right subject for me. I ended up doing Earth Sciences at Oxford, which I absolutely loved, and am now doing a PhD in oceanography and reef palaeoceanography. ","Geology is a science that uses the physical, chemical, biological and geological traces left by earth processes to understand how the earth (and other planets) work as a system. ","Geologists use a combination of physics, chemistry, biology, geology, mathematics, and other disciplines if necessary, to understand how the Earth works. ",Yes,"#1 barrier: it is rarely taught in schools, and where it is taught, it generally taught by non-specialists with a poor understanding of, and/or little interest in, geology","There is a misconception that the main career paths in geoscience involve O&G/mining, both of which are extremely unpopular amongst most young people - which is not helped by the fact that these industries are still the main sponsors of many geoscience events","It isn't viewed as a 'hard science' by many people (most people do not realise that geology is a physical science) and some people seem to think that geology = staring at rocks and fossils (which it sometimes is, but that's not the only option!)","It's the subject I love, helps us understand how the planet we live on works, lots of opportunities to explore the world, really applied and chances for fieldwork, I love rocks",Geoscience education needs to disassociate itself from O&G and mining,,,,,,,,,,,,2,2,2,4,3,2,1,1,2,1,2,1,1,3,3,2,4,3,1,1,2,,"Physics, Maths, Chemistry",It needs to be taught (and taught better) in secondary schools!
4/26/2021 15:43:39,I agree,41,Anglesey,https://mote.fyi/pyk5hqn,https://mote.fyi/8cw28hb,https://mote.fyi/2k6rzkb,https://mote.fyi/vr93ukt,https://mote.fyi/tdqy9ug,https://mote.fyi/v3ntuvj,"Sole primary carer of adult(s) with disability, learning needs or health issues/elderly person/people, Primary carer of child/ren under 18",Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,https://mote.fyi/vnuqvrn,https://mote.fyi/kajrhje,https://mote.fyi/jztyb4t,,,https://mote.fyi/g75s8fv,https://mote.fyi/hu9v2vj,Yes,https://mote.fyi/f64wxjz,,3,3,3,3,3,3,3,3,3,3,3,3,3,3,3,3,3,3,3,3,3,,https://mote.fyi/mb8pkgr,https://mote.fyi/kkvh8t7
4/26/2021 15:51:41,I agree,21,Cannock Chase ,Female,White,A level ,2018,None,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,"It is the study of the structure of the earth including its composition and rocks. Also the history, evolution of Earth and chemical components.","A geologist works with various other sectors inform people/ companies about the structure and composition of areas for the use of planning different projects. As well as planning in the natural resources sector. This includes surveying, collecting and recording samples.","Geology may not be an option in schools as a GCSE or A-level subject, I was unable to study geology as a subject as it was not offered. This creates a lack of understanding of what geology entails therefore other subjects are chosen instead.",The lack of teachers in higher education that have studied geology as a degree or part of a degree.,Geology may need a high skill of mathematics and chemistry which may put people off studying the subject. ,The use of data from collection enables many companies to plan projects and follow health and safety information. ,To work in the sector of large oil and gas companies may be off putting in regards to possible destruction of the environment.,No,,Yes I would have chosen it as I knew I wanted to go down the environmental science route. I believe geology would have been a more beneficial option than a another science which I had taken. In terms of transferable skills to my current degree and I believe I would have been more interested in it.,4,4,2,2,1,2,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,4,1,1,2,3,1,1,1,,"Geography, Chemistry, Art",To have an option to study geology in high schools especially as an A-level option. This would be advantageous in anyone continuing down the environmental route.
4/26/2021 16:38:37,I agree,19,Bradford Council ,Female,White British ,Level 3 BTEC,June 2019,Atheist ,Female,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,"Study of rocks, minerals topography and natural formations ","Lots of things: Determine how geology effects landscapes, proposes management plans to solve problems related to geology, survey /map bedrock types/ geology of different areas, study geological phenomena e.g volcanoes etc. ",Lack of prior knowledge about the subject,Not being an option as a gcse or a level subject. ,A belief that geology is boring ,"It is important for mitigating against natural disasters such as volcanic eruptions, landslides etc. Also important for managing natural resources e.g geologists might inform decision making involving drinking water supplies etc.",It sounds like a bit of a boring subject. (no offense) ,No,,I would have considered it but I don't think I would have chosen it because It's not really my area of interest. ,4,3,2,3,1,1,1,1,1,1,3,3,1,3,1,1,3,3,2,1,1,Not that I can think of ,"My favourite subjects at gcse were art, biology and geography",Make it sound more interesting and make gcse level students aware of what geology entails because your subject choices at gcse define what you go on to do at college then university. Perhaps getting academics in the field of geology to come in to schools and give lectures would help. 
4/26/2021 16:53:21,I agree,18,stafforshire,female,white british,a-levels,2020,none,bisexual,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,rock science,studies rock formations and stuff,idk,idk,idk,it is kinda cool to understand,its a bit sad,Yes,not interested,,3,4,4,5,4,4,1,1,3,2,1,2,1,3,2,2,4,3,3,1,3,,"biology, chemistry, amths",
4/26/2021 16:58:57,I agree,31,Isle of Anglesey County Council,Female,White British,Bachelors Degree,2012,None,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,The study of rocks,Studies rocks for a whole number of reasons e.g. to better understand our planet which will aid our understanding of the future of the planet from tectonics to underlying geology of sites for proposed developments; to locate resources from the earth's rocks.,Lack of adequate introduction to the subject at a younger age.,Not available to study at GCSE level,,It's a fascinating subject. Geologists can earn a lot of money.,"It's very difficult. It's perceived as ""boring""",No,,Quite possibly. I was very interested in physical geography at school and may well have taken geology if it were an option. ,2,3,3,4,2,1,1,2,2,1,2,2,1,5,5,3,3,4,4,1,4,,Not currently studying any more but enjoy furthering my knowledge in Natural Sciences of varying sorts,More exposure to the subject
4/26/2021 18:52:36,I agree,19,Ceredigion County Council,Male,Welsh,A-Level,March 2020,Christian,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,Study of the Earth's structure,Investigates the evolution and structure of the Earth,Understanding of other subjects (chemistry/biology etc),An inability to carry out work in the field,An inability to understand key concepts within the subject,Very interesting and intriguing,Chemistry etc behind the formation of rocks,No,,"No, I personally am more interested in the conservation side of Geography",4,4,2,1,3,4,5,4,3,4,4,5,5,1,2,3,1,1,1,5,3,,"Geography, Englsih, Design & Technology",
4/26/2021 18:55:36,I agree,19,Wiltshire County Council,Female,White British,A-level,2020,,Straight,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,The study of rocks,"Study rocks e.g. molecular analysis, historical relevance",A lack of interest,Was unaware of it when choosing my uni options,Is not taught for GCSE or A-levels,It is very relevant in understanding natural history and provides useful information for people in other environmental fields,Rocks don't have any personality - a bit boring,No,,"No, I was more interested in the subjects I chose to study and geology is quite niche and I am not sure I would have wanted to narrow my options quite so much at such a young age",3,1,3,5,4,1,1,2,1,3,1,1,1,5,3,2,5,2,2,1,2,Chemisty,"Zoology, biology, history",Knowing it existed
4/26/2021 19:29:48,I agree,18,https://www.puddingtonparishcouncil.co.uk/parish-council-2/,Male,Mixed - White,A-Levels,2020,Protestant,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,The study of the formation and chemical origins of rocks and Earth/tectonic processes,Studies the Earth relating to the rock cycle and tectonic activity,No teachers able to teach it.,Not enough students wanting to learn it.,Dissolving of geology department.,A gateway to understadning the origins of the Earth and its history throughout time.,Requires extensive chemical and physical knowledge.,No,,i would have chosen Geology alongside Geography and Chemistry to give me the best chance at my Undergraduate degree.,2,2,1,4,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,3,1,3,1,1,1,2,1,1,1,Seismology,"Geography, Politics, Chemistry",Grants to be available for secondary schools to get funding for a geology department and teacher.
4/26/2021 19:36:09,I agree,26,Gwynedd ,Female,White,Master of Science,2020,None,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,Science of rocks,"Carbon dating and classifying rocks/stones and using this data to identify timelines and determine eras & date when something happened/changed (e.g. from ocean to desert, glacier movements)",People see it as boring,People don't know what it's about ,Poorly outlined future job prospects,You can make lots of rock jokes ,It's boring ,Yes,Didn't spark my interest at all,,4,5,2,3,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,4,3,2,4,2,3,1,3,,"Ecology, Conservation, Literature",Make it look more fun 
4/26/2021 19:36:40,I agree,20,,Females,White,A-Level,2018,Atheist ,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,"Study of rocks, minerals and their formation","Study the earth, its formations and processes like the crust, volcanoes and maybe research into other planets",People think its dull and that its just looking at rocks,Little experience on geological work provided at lower educational levels,Little understanding on the application of geology,I like collecting rocks so learning about them would be cool,Don't have any..,Yes,At the time I was deciding my degree I was more interested in animals/living things which is what I am studying now. If I were to make that decision again I may have chosen to work with fossils and link more to geology,,4,3,1,3,3,2,1,1,2,1,1,2,1,2,2,1,2,2,2,1,2,No,"Biology, Maths, Geography","Workshops and events to raise more awareness about the career, where it may take you "
4/26/2021 20:14:24,I agree,41,East Suffolk,Male,White European,Masters,2001,none,Hetero,Co-carer of child/ren under 18,Yes,No,,Yes,Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters),Because I didn't know much about it,The study of the earth and earth processes,"Much more than I realised, geologists can be found in a very wide range of jobs",Yes,Old fashioned,no clear link to jobs,"people see it as a career in Oil and Gas which is a ""dirty"" industry these days",Provides lots of interesting opportunities in life,Just people studying dinosaurs,,,,,,,,,,,,4,4,3,5,3,2,2,1,1,2,2,1,1,5,4,3,4,4,4,1,4,,"Computing, current affairs, engineering",A good television programme with a geologist in it.
4/26/2021 21:35:01,I agree,23,North Dorset,Female,White-British,A-level,2016,Catholic,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,I always enjoyed physical geography & avoided human geography,The study of rocks & earth processes,"Traditionally worked in oil or mining, now more renewable energy",No,Not offered in many schools,Too many names & dates at the beginning,,"Understanding the world, fieldwork","Boring, learning lots of rock types & geological periods.",,,,,,,,,,,,2,2,1,1,5,3,5,4,5,5,4,5,5,1,4,5,3,2,3,5,4,,"Oceanography, geophysics, music","More focus on geomorphology & larger scale processes early on, rock types aren't that important"
4/26/2021 22:47:47,I agree,18,East Riding,Male,White,A level ,1 year ago,Agnostic,Straight,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,Studying rocks,Study rocks,School didn’t do it at a level,,,Travel ,-,No,,No,3,4,2,4,3,1,1,1,2,2,2,2,1,5,3,2,5,5,2,1,1,,"Biology, geography, P.E",Offer it as an option in education earlier
4/27/2021 10:46:26,I agree,19,Northamptonshire county council,Female,White British,A levels,2020,,,No,Yes,Yes,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,Studying rocks and land formations,Research about the types of rocks and how the past created today's land formations,Everyone makes it sound boring,No geology subject in school,,It helps to uncover the history of the planet,It seems boring studying rocks,No,,No because there was nobody to make it sound interesting,2,4,3,5,3,1,1,2,2,1,3,1,1,4,4,1,5,3,4,1,4,,"Zoology, Chinese, maths",Put resources online and in schools and universities to make geology sound more interesting than just looking at rocks
4/27/2021 10:55:50,I agree,19,,Male,White British ,A - Levels,2018,Athiest,Homosexual,No,Yes,Yes,"depression, hallucinations, suicidal tendencies, psychosis ",No,,,,,,,,,,,No,the study of the composition of the earth ,"analysis of rocks, minerals, soils to determine quantifiable data such as age, chemical compositions and sourced location.",stereotyped as a boring subject,"the assumption that due to its niche research matter, the field is academically saturated",inability to perceive a rewarding and fulfilling job in the field of geology at the end of a degree,its been essential in differentiating between different Eras of history by studying different layers of soils and rock.,its stereotyped by popular media outlets as a boring subject where you sit in a lab looking at rocks all day. ,Yes,it doesn't interest me or appeal to my own pursuits in science,,4,4,1,5,5,1,1,1,2,1,2,2,1,5,3,2,5,5,4,2,2,topography,"biology, history and animal science",work on the public perception of geology as more than a boring subject for boring people
4/27/2021 10:59:09,I agree,20,Halton borough council,Female,White British ,A level,2018-2020,Non religious,Lesbian,No,Yes,Yes,"ADHD, Dyslexia, Joint Hypermobility syndrome and Raynauds disease ",No,,,,,,,,,,,No,Study of rock and land on earth ,Study history of Earth using rock layers and distribution and changes over time,Not a common subject to be able to study before degree level,Not taught as a separate subject in school,Not enough known about it by most people,Important in understanding the history of earth ,Doesn't seem very exciting to study for a long period of time,No,,Maybe at GCSE but not higher than that because it wouldn't have benefited my career path,4,3,3,2,2,5,5,5,5,5,5,5,5,2,3,5,3,3,4,5,3,,"Biology, RE, geography",Offer it as a GCSE 
4/27/2021 11:08:50,I agree,38,Kent County Council ,Female  ,Ohter ,Bachelors ,2001,non religious ,Lesbian ,No,Yes,No,,Yes,GCSE (or equiv),Part of the school modules ,The study of the Earth ,Study the Earth and the components ,No,Work opportunities is very competitive ,Not enought advertising of the possible  careers ,Cost,Is extreamly intresting science ,Can be very limited on work ,,,,,,,,,,,,2,2,5,3,3,2,1,1,3,3,2,3,1,4,3,3,3,2,3,2,2,Not that i am aware ,"Science, Marine conservation , Glabal warming ",
4/27/2021 12:00:46,I agree,18,Shropshire Council ,Male,White british,A level,2020,Atheist ,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,The study of rocks,Look at rocks and probably drink a lot of tea ,Attention span ,Interest ,Job prospects,The geology teacher at my college was a decent person ,The teacher was a bit mad,Yes,The teacher was pretty crazy,,3,3,1,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,2,1,3,2,1,1,4,1,1,1,,"Conservation, Forestry, Statistics ",Create jobs that you can get with a geology degree that are well payed but aren't for the benefit of oil companies 
4/27/2021 14:24:16,I agree,43,Stoke on Trent,male,White British,PGCE,2005,NA,Heterosexual,Co-carer of child/ren under 18,Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,Changed from a Chemistry degree after 1 year,The study of the Earth using science,Uses science to understand the Earth and it's processes.,Yes,"At school, not knowing that the subject is there.","In the publci, the perception that it is all coal, oil, and gas",,So many opportunities to study or work in a range of fields or locations.,It is percieved as a subject studies by old men!,,,,,,,,,,,,3,3,3,3,3,2,2,2,2,1,2,1,1,3,3,2,2,3,2,1,1,Chemistry,"Geology, Environmental Science, Chemistry",More information into schools at KS3 / KS4 level
4/27/2021 14:49:11,I agree,21,,Female,White,A-Level,2017,Agnostic,Bisexual,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,Study of earth materials and processes,Analysis of rocks,Career options,Technical knowledge,,My uncle studied geology,A lot of rocks,No,,"Yes as a module elective, to get a wider range of knowledge",1,2,2,4,2,1,1,1,1,2,2,1,1,4,2,1,2,1,1,1,1,Geography,"Foreign language, Photography, Math","Improve public awareness and perception, and emphasize sustainability"
4/27/2021 15:45:23,I agree,21,North Herts District Council,Male,White British,A-Level,2018,Agnostic,Heterosexual,No,Yes,Prefer not to say,,Yes,Bachelors degree,Always had an interest in the subject,"The study of the Earth and processes which make it, which can be extended to the study of other planetary bodies ","Study rocks, earth processes, resource acquisition, fluid movement, study natural hazards etc... (many more)",Yes,Very little 'common knowledge' about the subject,,,Interesting,Public opinion can be negative,,,,,,,,,,,,1,2,3,3,3,2,1,1,1,1,2,2,1,4,1,1,4,2,2,1,2,,"Geology, Music, Physics",Reduce negative perceptions of the subject
4/27/2021 20:26:43,I agree,31,Basildon Council,Male,White - British,Masters,2012,None,Heterosexual,Co-carer of child/ren under 18,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,The study of rocks and their interactions with the earth,Anything from mining and dredging to offshore renewables,Lack of subject identification as a specialism. In school it is taught as a part of geography,Lack of knowledge of career potential,Has a bad image/isn't fashionable,People love fossils and we need geologists to ensure we can create offshore wind energy and oill/gas platforms and too keep our harbours clear of sediment,Its done by boring unattractive white men who like rocks and minerals,Yes,Because it I am more interest in biology  ,,2,3,3,2,2,2,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,3,1,1,3,1,3,2,1,Construction,"Biology, Finance, Conservation",Promote the variety of career and the transferable skills one can use from a geology course
4/27/2021 20:45:01,I agree,32,Kent county council ,Female ,White British ,A level ,2007,Christian,Heterosexual ,Primary carer of child/ren under 18,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,Study of rocks that form earth ,Studies rocks?! ,Lack of obvious career paths to pick from that are easy to access,Financial reward in the field ,Not well known which aspects of our lives geology relates to ,It’s an interesting field and given the chance to make it sound more accessible I think lots would enjoy it ,Limited careers based on studying it ,No,,Possibly. Did geography a level and had geology included but not as a stand alone subject ,2,4,3,4,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,2,1,1,1,1,Can’t think of any,"Art and design, sociology, humanities ",Make it obvious how it relates to jobs than pay well 
4/27/2021 21:21:28,I agree,28,London Borough of Camden,Male,White,Bachelor's,2015,Don't understand the question,Gay,No,Yes,Yes,Deafness,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,Study of the formation and composition of earth's material ,"Identification of materials in mining, environment and planning",Understanding the outcome of a geologist and the challenges they overcome,How geology can contribute towards social good,What a geologist does and the impact they can have,Career can involve international assignments and can be a varied field and office based job ,"Mud, stones, oxbow lakes. ",No,,"Yes. Now I understand the impact that geologists have on the planet and their ability to overcome climate change - it's something nice looked at studying as a Master's. Specifically related to the energy transition - more geoscience than geology - geothermal, energy storage and ccs",4,4,3,2,1,1,4,1,1,1,1,4,1,1,1,1,1,4,1,2,1,,"Engineering, art and history",Make it accessible not just financially - perhaps change its name to something that puts a cross a message with an outcome. Nature based or sustainable earth enegineering
4/27/2021 21:24:12,I agree,32,West Lothian,Male,Chinese,Masters,2019,Buddhist,Straight,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,"The study of earth sciences. Rocks, diamonds, oil and similar things.","Studies the behaviour of the earth with regards to the tectonic plates, formation of minerals etc",Obscurity of the field,Lack of clear job applications beyond mining and oil exploration,Lack of universities offering the course,Interesting niche field which can offer some decent job opportunities,A subject typically for girls,No,,"No because I was quite clear that I wanted to do Engineering, pure Chemistry or Computer Science",3,3,3,3,3,2,1,1,1,1,3,1,1,3,3,1,5,3,2,1,3,The above categories seem to cover everything,"Computer Science, Mathematics, Chemistry",Simply more advertising
4/28/2021 9:58:48,I agree,21,Unknown,Female,White British,A levels,2018,Atheist ,Bisexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"A Level, Bachelors degree",I enjoy it,Essentially the study of rocks,Studies the processes of rocks,Yes,People think it is just rocks,People don't see it as a real science,People think it's boring,I find it absolutely fascinating and love learning about it,The geologist stereotype,,,,,,,,,,,,4,4,3,4,2,1,1,1,2,1,2,1,1,5,2,1,4,3,3,1,2,You cover the key bases,"Geology, geography and the environment","Show people it s not just rock. Everyone has heard of geography, geology focuses on the most interesting parts of geography! "
4/28/2021 13:24:32,I agree,19,Polegate Town Council,Female,White British,A-Level,June 2020,Atheist,Straight,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,The study of the earth and what it is made of.,Research on the landscape of the Earth and the resources available from it,Not enough interesting information about it throughout GCSE's and A-Levels,Not ever really considered a main subject of interest,Many people seem to be told that it is the study of what the Earth is made of and that is all the information sometimes given.,There is a lot more to learn about the resources available to us and the importance of geology in our everyday lives such as with building new infrastructure etc. and this is a really interesting aspect to me.,"To someone that has not studied the subject, it seems like a very narrow aspect of science and is not really spoken about in the broadness that it probably should",No,,Possibly not because the way teachers explained it to be growing up made it seem boring and a very narrow field of science,4,2,4,1,1,1,2,2,1,2,2,3,1,2,1,1,3,4,1,3,2,,"English, Geography and Biology",Make it a larger aspect in geographical lessons growing up
4/28/2021 15:08:30,I agree,20,New Forest District Council,Female,White,A-level (currently studying for a BSc),2018,None,Lesbian,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,The study of rocks,Look at stuff like rock formations and volcanoes and see how the earth has changed over time,Not many jobs in that field,,,Seems quite interesting,Not many jobs,No,,"No, because it isn't my area of interest",3,4,4,5,4,2,1,2,1,2,2,1,1,5,5,2,5,5,4,1,3,Meteorology,"Art, Environmental studies, biology",
4/29/2021 14:33:41,I agree,19,,,,A levels,2020,agnostic,pansexual,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,study of rocks and the earth,look at cool rocks,rocks are too big,caves are too small,not enough funding,some rocks look cool,rock people are nerds,Yes,i wanted to do zoology ,,5,5,5,5,5,5,5,5,5,5,5,1,5,1,5,5,5,5,5,5,5,rocks,not rocks,more cool rocks
4/29/2021 14:41:41,I agree,31,denbighshire county council,male,white,gcse,2006,catholic,gay,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,the study of the earth and its sciences and its study of life and rocks.,they study the structure of the earth and the natural resources it contains.,field work ,,,na,na,No,,yes. its a fascinating subject and if was available to everyone during high school i believe it would a popular course,1,2,2,3,2,2,3,1,1,1,2,1,1,3,1,3,2,4,2,1,2,,geology biology geography,
4/29/2021 21:11:18,I agree,19,Chichester local authority,Male,British white,A-levels,2020,Atheist ,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,Study of the earth and its materials,Studies the earths materials,Location of study - insufficient variety of local or nearby locations of geological importance or interest ,Lack of sufficient teaching institutions in the nearby area,,Allows us to understand and hopefully improve/ reduce our impact on the planet,"Can be uninteresting to some people, not motivated to study it",Yes,I had other subjects i was more interested in,,1,4,3,5,3,1,1,1,2,1,2,1,1,4,2,1,5,2,2,1,1,,"Oceanography, biology, chemistry",Increase the amount of geology teaching at gcse/highschool to increase interest and allow it to be a better known/appreciated subject before university and A-level choices are made
5/4/2021 13:03:03,I agree,27,Warwick ,Female,White British,PhD,2016-2020,None,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,The study of the earth & its structure ,Look at rocks… and carry out interesting research of the past present and future structure of land above and below the surface of the Earth ,"Not well studied at school, mixed with geography ",Not obvious career pathways when you’re 16,Don’t know it exists until it’s too late,Generally such a cool subject,None,No,,"Maybe, but it depends as I was focused on biology as a teenager ",3,3,2,2,1,1,2,1,2,1,2,2,1,1,2,1,2,2,2,2,2,,"Biology, Maths, Geography ",Improve understanding earlier in school years 
5/4/2021 13:36:32,I agree,41,Fife,Woman,White Scottish European,PhD,2005,Vague,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,Yes,Cognitive and physical impediment related to long term illness ,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,Rocks and earth processes,"Studies the planet, looks at what the rocks tell us about the history of the planet",Knowing the value of it;,what jobs are available that don’t involve hunting for fossil fuels;,perception that it is for able bodied white men,Rocks are really cool! Finding out about the forces that shape the earth is amazing ,Requires a really rugged outdoorsy person,Yes,The teacher was a bit creepy,,3,3,2,1,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,3,2,3,1,2,1,3,Conservation of natural heritage,"Maths, physics, sociology ",Role models that show the diversity of the discipline and of the people doing geology 
5/4/2021 13:38:45,I agree,16,Tendring,Female,Chinese,GCSEs,2020/2021,Atheist,Bisexual,No,No,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,Study of rocks and tectonics ,"Research, science communications, rock sampling, surveys, museum curation",Employment opportunities/job market,Transferablity of skills,,High tech,"Boring, mudlogging",No,,Yes because i enjoy physical geography,1,2,1,3,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,2,1,1,1,2,,"Physics, computer science, english literature",
5/4/2021 13:52:42,I agree,52,Broxtowe / Nottinghamshire,Male,White,MSc,1991,None,Straight,"Primary carer of child/ren under 18, Informal carer",Yes,No,,Yes,"Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters)",A practical science undertaken partially  outdoors with real potential of work ,"Study of the earth's subsurface, its resources and environmental threats and opportunities ",Studies the subsurface  ,Yes,Awareness : if no one you know has studies this why should you:  ,Cost: Requires extra cost and time compared with other subjects ,Perception: seems full of middle aged white blokes (like me) so doesn't attract people from other backgrounds  ,Environment: be part of the solution to  manmade problems ,Extracting dirty resources which are poorly understood by the public ,,,,,,,,,,,,1,2,1,1,1,1,2,1,2,2,2,2,1,1,1,2,2,2,2,1,1,Brownfield land /  geotechnics / urban redevelopment ,"History, environmental science ",Visibility as part of the solution to anthropogenic problems 
5/4/2021 14:23:06,I agree,25,,Female,Chinese,Masters,2018,None,Aesxual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters)",Liked geography and chemistry at school.,"Study of the geological processes on Earth and other rocky bodies. Geology is very interdisciplinary, mixing biology, chemistry, and physics, as well as geography and history.","Fieldwork, lab work, computer modelling, data analysis, writing - loads of things!",Yes,Lack of representation (all my professors/lecturers were white men).,Parents don't know what geology is.,Geology is barely taught in schools.,Interesting subject area. Multidisciplinary.,Full of white men who think that geology is all about fieldwork. Pub culture.,,,,,,,,,,,,2,3,3,3,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,2,2,1,1,1,Planetary geology.,"Geography, Chemistry, Physics.",More grants for people from underrepresented backgrounds.
5/4/2021 15:11:37,I agree,36,Edinburgh city Council ,Female ,White British ,PhD,2014,none,,Primary carer of child/ren under 18,Yes,No,,Yes,"A Level, Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters), PhD",I was directed towards A level geology by a geography teacher during an open evening at my sixth form college. It appealed to me because I was interested in the earth and processes shaping the esrth?,"The study of the Earth, from how it formed all the way through to how it influences environmental processes today.","Depends on the geologist! Some study rocks in order to investigate the earth's history, others use computer models to investigate the earth's subsurface. Some work on dating rocks and landforms. I would argue that there is no single definition for a geologist. ",Yes,Awareness of the subject,Cost of fieldwork or equipment ,Perception that it is for 'healthy people',I found it a fhn subject that allowed me to use both my academic skills in terms of research and my applied skills for fieldwork. I like the flexibility of the subject.,"There is a perception that if you have not done lots of fieldwork, then you can't understand geology properly. Also, as someone who did work on Quaternary deposit, I often got told that I wasn't a proper geologist even though I was using geological skills to map rocks. ",,,,,,,,,,,,2,2,2,3,2,2,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,2,2,2,3,2,3,2,2,,"Chemistry, geography and geology ","Make it clearer to school children what geology is. The choice of which university course a student is going to study can be decided by the gcse and A level  choices made. So by explaining what geology is to school children,  you create a chance of more students coming to study geology. "
5/4/2021 15:34:41,I agree,25,Trafford,Male,White,Bachelors degree ,2019,None,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"GCSE (or equiv), AS Level (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree",I found humanity’s interaction with the earth fascinating. We can learn so much from the earth despite literally only scratching the surface.,The study of our natural environment below the first few metres of the surface,Look at rocks,Yes,Fieldwork accessibility,Colourblindness (a real bastard from personal experience),,Can take you anywhere ,Too male dominated ,,,,,,,,,,,,3,4,4,4,3,2,2,1,1,2,3,2,1,4,2,1,2,2,3,1,2,,"Geology, Spanish, international relations ",Fully funded university field trips
5/4/2021 17:39:04,I agree,33,Bradford ,Female ,White British ,Masters,2017,None,Lesbian ,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters)",Needed a third subject to take in first year at uni and it looked like the best option to me. Carried on with it due to my enjoyment of the course in that first year. It was a lot more interesting than the other subjects I studied. ,The study of the physical planet. ,"Huge range of things! Studying climate change, mapping rocks, monitoring volcanoes, analysing fossils etc. ",Yes,Not usually studied in school (except for bits and pieces) meaning students don't know what it is. ,Costs. The field trips not only mean you need to pay for them but it also stops you getting jobs in the holidays ,People think that it is just studying rocks and therefore boring ,Very hands on degree course,Very white,,,,,,,,,,,,3,4,3,4,3,2,1,1,1,2,2,1,1,2,2,2,4,3,4,1,2,,"Geography, physics, chemistry ",Make sure field trips are timed to still allow students to pick up part time or holiday jobs wherever possible 
5/4/2021 18:48:26,I agree,54,Worcestershire county council,Female ,White,"Ba hons, post graduate ",1992,Church of england,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,No,,Yes,GCSE (or equiv),Part of my Gcse options . Interested in sciences,"Study of rocks,","Depends on the specialisms- geo physics, geo chem- linked to mining, exploration geology, identifying gold, cobalt etc using mapping technology. study of volcanoes,engineering- linked to roads, dams construction- exploration of land form, ",Yes,". The secondary or sixth form college have to offer Geology as a Hvse or A level. The barrier could be lack of expertise in teaching staff, the second barrier is that schools or colleges are unaware it exists as not a common A level. The third would  be it’s not popular due to lack of understanding of the diversity of the subject and the career opportunities for students. Getting girls interested is another barrier which in turn will lead to low take up and then schools reluctant to run the course",,,Brilliant field trips and a career which will allow you to travel the world. A really diverse subject which has varied job prospects. ,Male dominated .,,,,,,,,,,,,2,4,1,3,1,2,1,1,1,2,2,2,2,4,2,1,2,3,2,2,2,,Art,Talk about sustainability and renewable  energy to hook the next henerstion
5/4/2021 18:50:23,I agree,34,,Male,White,PhD,5 years ago,Atheist,prefer not to say,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree, Post Graduate Certificate, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters), PhD",I thought it was the same as physical geography,The study of processes that occur on planetary bodies and their satellites,They try to understand these processes and sometimes use that understanding to try to extract societally-relevant materials or information,Yes,Lack of GCSE geology in schools,Lack of A level geology in many colleges,Lack of awareness amongst teenage children of what geology is,"flux, energy, nuance",clay mineralogy,,,,,,,,,,,,3,3,3,4,4,3,3,3,4,3,3,3,3,4,3,3,4,3,3,3,3,,"Geology, mathematics, philosophy","Two key issues 1) address structural racism and classism in society, 2) mandate basic geology education in secondary schools if only by changing the title to Geography & Geology; I do not think that physcial geography (taught everywhere) has greater intrinsic value than geology."
5/4/2021 19:12:35,I agree,50,Wiltshire Council,Male,White,National Certificate,1992,None,Heterosexual,Informal carer,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,The study of the materials that make up our planet and their processes that shape and change them over time.,"Studies the above! Understands the geology of a place to help determine where oil, minerals, etc, may be found and much more besides.",Could be seen as ‘boring’ (uninteresting),Lack of access to areas of interesting fieldwork,Tainted public perception,I think it’s really interesting but have only really grown to appreciate it as I’ve got older,The ‘interesting’ stuff happens far away,No,,Possibly. I think I would have preferred it over physics as I could appreciate it much more when out and about,2,4,3,4,2,1,1,1,2,2,2,2,2,2,2,2,3,2,2,2,2,Can’t think of any,"History, English Literature, Creative Writing",Getting out there!
5/4/2021 19:48:30,I agree,50,Bristol ,Female,White British,MEng,1992,None,Heterosexual ,Sole primary carer of child/ren under 18,Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,To appreciate an important aspect of civil engineering that was only touched on in my engineering science degree,"The science of rocks and soils, from global to local ",Interprets evidence from rocks and soils ,Yes,Lack of visibility as a single subject,low awareness of natural environment ,outdated perceptions of diversity,World saving rock stars,Geeky fossil sorting ,,,,,,,,,,,,1,1,1,3,3,1,1,1,2,2,1,2,1,3,2,2,2,2,1,1,1,"Planning, surveying, land management ","Maths, physics, design ",An integrated masters with placement year allowing development of a vocational specialism without having to prejudge
5/4/2021 21:41:12,I agree,56,SODC,F,White British ,Degree,1983,None,F,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,Study of earth ,"Field work possibly, computing, ground surveys for builders",Knowledge of role,Less jobs in industry,Salary after graduation,"Varied role, open to all genders, ideal for all rounders with a variety of interests in science, maths, computing ",Field work can be miserable as can all the rock analysis ,No,,"No, my interest is Food ",2,4,2,3,3,2,2,2,2,2,2,2,2,3,2,2,3,2,3,2,2,,"Food and nutrition, education, health","More opportunities in schools to study it. Where I teach we offer astronomy at GCSE, but despite having 3 geophysics teaching staff, geology is not available "
5/4/2021 22:16:34,I agree,58,City & County of Swansea ,Male,White European ,Bachelor’s Degree ,1984,None,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,It started as a hobby & was thought of as a career,"Study of rocks, minerals & fossils, all they contain & the processes involved ",Study geology ,No,Student loan / debt,Availability of courses,Usefulness of the qualification in future life,Relevance,None,,,,,,,,,,,,5,3,3,4,5,2,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,3,3,2,4,4,3,1,1,,"Geology, geography, French",Teach it more at school
5/4/2021 22:19:17,I agree,22,Fife council,Female,Caucasian ,Advanced Higher ,2018,Roman Catholic ,Bisexual,No,Yes,Yes,Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/ME,Yes,Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters),Love of the outdoors and interest in climate systems and the effects of climate change ,The study of earth evolution through time ,Studies the processes that make the planet the way we see it today ,No,Accessibility for field work. ,"I've not met many academics who are not white or who have disabilities for examples I can look up to. Also not many older women teaching us, only a few younger members of staff. That worries me sometimes. ",,My experience if geology was of passionate people who love the planet and find it really cool! All my geology teachers have been enthusiastic and positive with a great love for their subject and a great can do attitude. ,It is a very male dominated environment. It takes a big effort to manage field trips with medical conditions. I love field work but the long hours and intensity often is a struggle for me. ,,,,,,,,,,,,1,1,1,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,4,2,1,1,1,"Paleoclimate, climate change, glaciology","Earth science, geography, latin",Better communication about its scope. Not just rocks! 
5/4/2021 23:15:54,I agree,58,LCA UK Bristol ,F,Hispanic ,Bach,80’s ,None ,"Heteronormative , thanks for separating gender & Sex! ✅","Sandwich' or 'Dual' carer, Informal carer, Other caring responsibilities",Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,It’s as close as I can get to studying God ,"Science of earth’s structure, substance, history, and processes ","Enviro, engineering, surveying, geotechnical, mining studies, et al ",Yes,"One needs good math skills fundamentally. In my life, teachers focused on the boys in math education ",Uncertain job location vis a vis raising a family ,Lack of passionate teachers ,"Personally I am enamored with rocks, minerals, gemstones... crystals / and they are accessible to all of us! Just need curiosity.",Male dominated ,,,,,,,,,,,,2,1,2,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,2,2,1,1,3,1,2,1,"Archeology, gemologist, et al  ","Physical fitness, language, science ",Early mentors 
5/5/2021 7:43:38,I agree,24,Sheffield ,Female,White British,Masters,2019,Atheist,Asexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,"I enjoyed chemistry and geography at a-level and was torn between the two when applying to university. I was also interested in meteorology, climate, oceanography, and archaeology, and the geogloy course I picked had optional modules relating to these topics.","The study of the Earth (and other planets!), its formation, history, and processes.","Investigates the history of the Earth through the clues found in rocks, and applies this to develop our understanding of the Earth in the past and present.",Yes,The outdoor and potentially inaccessible nature of fieldwork,The cost of fieldwork and equipment ,Lack of understanding about what geology is or includes,Its fascinating ,All about oil or boring rocks (not my opinion!),,,,,,,,,,,,2,3,4,5,3,1,1,1,3,1,2,1,1,3,3,1,3,2,1,1,1,,"Geography, Chemistry, Physics",Include more explicit geology in school geography 
5/5/2021 8:02:06,I agree,18,Warrington ,Female ,White British ,GCSE,2019,None,Straight ,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,"The study of the earth, how it is formed and it's natural processes ","A variety of jobs - mining, hazard management ",Availability to study at A level - only one college out of 5 in my area offers geology ,,,I have applied to study it at university,None,No,,"Yes, I've not been able to study it at A level but have applied to study it at university. I want to work in natural hazard management ",3,3,3,3,3,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,2,1,1,2,3,2,1,1,,"Physical geography, chemistry, statistics ","Publicise the exciting careers, travel to interesting places "
5/5/2021 8:20:53,I agree,23,Wychavon,Male,White British,Bachelor's Degree,2019,None,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree","Opportunity to travel throughout the course, it was interesting and could help answer 'big' questions like the origin of life.","The study of the Earth or other planetary bodies to understand their history and the processes that form them. Includes Petrology, Geochemistry, Geophysics, Palaeontology, Planetary Science.","Lots of different things - Academia, Industry (mining/geotechnical), teaching, and lots more",Yes,"Cost of field trips, even if subsidised as we still need to buy our own kit. Especially mapping camps.",Lack of exposure at earlier stages of education,Limited range of entry level roles after BSc.,"Multi-disciplinary, can work with other disciplines to answer academic questions",Emphasis on Oil/gas/mining ,,,,,,,,,,,,4,4,4,4,4,3,2,1,2,2,3,2,1,3,4,3,4,2,4,1,3,"Metamorphism, Sedimentology","Geology, Biology, Chemistry",Unis to supply funding for field trips/equipment for all students.
5/5/2021 8:24:53,I agree,64,Buckinghamshire,female,white European,PhD,1985,none,straight,Informal carer,No,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,The study of the earth,"Carries out scientific study of the physical aspects of the earth (and other planets), and the conditions that have created them",Need to do fieldwork,"perception that a degree can only lead to work in the oil industry, ",overemphasis on need to back up with other physical sciences,fascinating and relevant subject,male and white,No,,"yes, if allowed to do so without physics or chemistry",1,3,2,3,3,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,2,1,2,1,2,1,1,,French English Biology,Expand geology elements in geography teaching
5/5/2021 8:28:11,I agree,29,Wigan Council ,Female ,White British,"Bsc Hons, currently studying for an MSc",2013,Climate concerned,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters)","I originally loved Geography, found my chosen college provided Geology and realised the 2 went hand in hand. I adored studying geology and always performed better ","Geology is the study of the Earth and its physical processes, products and history over time. ","A geologist studies the processes, materials and physical history of the Earth using direct source material such as rocks, fossils etc to understand physical changes over geological time. ",Yes,"Difficult and abstract concept to grasp for many, Geology is not explained as a core subjects in High Schools when the study of geology is key to how the world has globalised, geology is a blend of STEM subjects which doesn't lend itself obviously to a creative mind although I believe differently ",,,"Geology completely opens your mind to how the world operates, you get a sense of being part of something bigger and for me, studying geology removed along of the anthropocentric lenses from my life. I fully enjoy the practical and field based side of geology and credit Earth Science as whole to creating my love for nature and the outdoors and inspiring me to research other disciplines including ecology, biodiversity, horticulture etc. ",It's just an obscure science where people go around licking rocks ,,,,,,,,,,,,3,2,2,4,1,1,1,1,2,1,2,1,1,5,2,1,4,2,2,1,1,,"Geology / Earth Science, English Lang & Lit and Ethics/Philosophy ","Make it cool - plug all the amazing experiences you can have on field trips, studying volcanoes and dinosaurs, but also how important geology is to the sustainability of our future and tackling climate change. Geology is largely dominated by middle-late aged, middle class white heterosexual males - how can the subject be more inclusive and appeal to people's wild side to explore to Earth, its history and everything it has to offer"
5/5/2021 9:34:13,I agree,20,Staffordshire Moorlands ,Male,White British,A Level current an undergraduate BSc ,2019,,Straight,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,Career prospects and something a bit different ,The study of the earth and the materials in which it consists of ,"A whole range of jobs, exploitation of the resources sustainable use and extraction of resources, exploration for new resources are just a few",Yes,Lack of understanding of what it is,Perception of of it being “boring” and “just rocks”,People say that it’s not a real subject,It’s interesting and there are intrinsic links to everyday life and the huge role it plays in life,It’s misunderstood and overlooked as being “just rocks” and “not a real subject”,,,,,,,,,,,,3,2,2,1,1,2,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,1,,"Geology (&geography), History and Drama",More awareness of what it is and the massive role it plays in life and every day life
5/5/2021 9:37:07,I agree,70,Oxfordshire ,My sex is female. Gender is a social construct ,White British,Masters,1975,None,Lesbian,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"Bachelors degree, Post Graduate Certificate",Inspired by Open University degree in natural sciences,Study of rocks ,Studies rocks,Yes,"Not included in school, e.g in geography or science, to any significant level",,,Looking at rocks.  Being out in the landscape.,None,,,,,,,,,,,,1,1,3,3,4,1,2,1,1,3,1,1,1,3,4,4,4,2,4,1,3,,"Geology, History, politics",Put it in schools
5/5/2021 12:06:41,I agree,38,Dumfries and Galloway,Neutral,White,BSc hon,2012,Atheist,Asexual,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,Rocks,Study rocks,Rocks are outside. Outdoors is not as accessible as indoors.,.,.,"History, knowledge of how things are how they are.",Oil industry,Yes,"I wasn't the brightest student, got my degree through HNC then HND before 2 years to get the Honours. A 3 or 4 year university course would have left me floundering, I think. Geology wasn't available at collage level in my area as far as I know",,2,2,3,3,3,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,3,1,1,1,,I didn't enjoy studying. I'm interested in geology now because I've started hillwalking and want to know more about them.,Get kids interested
5/5/2021 14:47:47,I agree,67,"Torbay, Devon",Male,White British,PhD,2018,None,Hetero,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,The study of the Earths crust,Advise on a variety of issues to do with the Earths crust,Not offered in enough schools,Staff are not suitably qualified to teach Geology,Careers routes are often not discussed with young teens,Vital for many reasons eg Geothermal surveys.,Oil and Gold mining are not good for the environment,No,,"Yes, fascinated how rocks form plus plate tectonics.",1,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,Carbon capture - climate change,"Physics, Chemistry & Engineering",More career routes explained to young students
5/5/2021 21:32:56,I agree,17,,Female ,British white ,GCSE and working on A levels,2020,,,No,Yes,No,,Yes,A Level,My love of science and geography and learning about fossils and our surroundings. ,The study of the universe and the past in terms of fossils and rocks and tectonics. ,Study the surrounding and determine what may have occurred in the past. ,Yes,Not every college has it as an option. ,,,It’s fascinating and really fun to learn about. ,People have the wrong idea of it and just presume it’s all about rocks. ,,,,,,,,,,,,3,3,3,4,4,1,3,3,4,1,2,1,2,5,5,5,5,3,4,1,5,,Biology geology textiles. ,Make people more aware of what it is and let them know that it’s not just rocks although rocks are cool. 
5/6/2021 12:42:17,I agree,18,,Female,,Gcses,2019,,,No,Yes,Prefer not to say,,Yes,A Level,To learn about minerals and fossils,"The study of rocks, minerals, ",Work with rocks,Yes,Im not sure,,,Micro geology is Very interesting,Maps,,,,,,,,,,,,4,1,5,3,2,2,2,3,2,3,2,1,2,4,4,4,5,4,3,1,2,,"Geology, maths, further maths",
5/6/2021 12:42:54,I agree,18,,Female,,Gcses,2019,,,No,Yes,Prefer not to say,,Yes,A Level,To learn about minerals and fossils,"The study of rocks, minerals, ",Work with rocks,Yes,Im not sure,,,Micro geology is Very interesting,Maps,,,,,,,,,,,,4,1,5,3,2,2,2,3,2,3,2,1,2,4,4,4,5,4,3,1,2,,"Geology, maths, further maths",
5/6/2021 14:10:33,I agree,Skip that question,Highland,Male,Skip that question,PhD,1970,Skip that question,Male,"Co-carer of adult(s) with disability, learning needs or health issues/elderly person/people",Yes,No,,Yes,"A Level, Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters), PhD",Great teaching at school,A study of the Earth in totality,Inform the population and makes vast amounts of money,Yes,Poor media coverage  BBC etc,Misunderstanding of Geology as a career,Too many myths on the Energy Transition,Great career,Media myths,,,,,,,,,,,,3,3,1,1,2,2,2,1,1,1,2,2,1,1,2,1,1,2,1,2,1,Marine Policy,Geology German Dutch,"Better media coverage, dispel the myths"
5/6/2021 20:43:06,I agree,16,Scarborough Borough Council,Female,White British-American ,GCSEs,Summer 2020,Atheist ,Straight,No,Yes,No,,Yes,A Level,Because I find it fascinating and enjoyable and I plan to pursuer a career in the geosciences ,Geology is the scientific study of the physical structure of the earth and the processes involved,"A geologist surveys and investigates the structures, natural resources and natural process of  the earth",Yes,Many people are not introduced to geology at a young age,There are limited opportunities to study and learn geology,Previous learning opportunities for geology in secondary schools have been lessened or completely removed,"There is a good balance between academic work and a hands on, practical work experience in my current course at A-Level geology","There is no emphasis or explanation on what careers are applicable from a geology qualification, making it difficult to envision what possibilities there are for geology students",,,,,,,,,,,,3,4,1,4,2,1,1,2,3,1,3,2,1,2,2,3,3,2,3,1,3,,"Geology, Physics, Mathematics",Encourage schools to take students on a trip within the local area to learn a little about their local geology 
5/15/2021 19:13:40,I agree,18,,female,white,GCSEs,2019,Atheist,Straight,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,the study of the Earth,studies the matter that constitutes as the Earth,You need an understanding in certain subjects i.e. Science,it is not available at school,,it is so important in understanding our world i.e. predicting natural disasters,it is limited to only certain aspects of geography (i.e. not as broad),No,,No (It just doesn't interest me as I'm more interested in human geography...I feel geology is closer to Science which I never enjoyed).,2,1,3,4,1,1,1,3,2,1,1,1,2,3,2,2,2,2,2,2,2,,"Geography, Drama, Politics",
5/15/2021 20:06:14,I agree,18,Richmond?,Female,White ,A-Levels,2021,Christian,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,Study of rocks and the earth,Study rocks including their structure and functions ,Not a subject in school ,Not enough information surrounding what it is or why it should be studied,Not mentioned as an option at any point,Seems interesting to go into so much detail about rocks,Appears boring ,No,,"No, don’t like sciences as much as humanities. Seems niche and just studying rocks and their structure ",4,4,4,4,4,3,1,2,2,3,4,2,2,5,2,2,5,5,3,3,4,,"Geography, history, biology ",More awareness of what it entails and more information surrounding the subject and it’s applications o
5/20/2021 9:27:26,I agree,18,London Borough of Hammersmith & Fulham,Woman,White European,GCSEs,2019,None,Unsure,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,"The study of the whole earth, and of soils, rocks and formations.",Advise anyone or any company that needs to do or find anything underground or on strong foundations. Or do research to increase the knowledge in the field.,Seems outdated,Can seem boring,Not usually studied at school in it's own right,"Essential, interesting, underpins our understanding of the earth, beautiful","Doesn't offer many employment opportunities, seems to have a very narrow focus.",No,,"Yes, I would love to know more about geology and love the physical side of geography and understanding how landscapes form and are shaped but I never had the opportunity.",3,2,2,3,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,4,1,2,1,2,1,1,,"Maths, Physics, Geography","Somehow removing the negative perceptions people have and ensuring children, who are generally interested in rocks and the earth, don't lose that love."
1/14/2021 15:13:47,I agree,37,Wychavon/Worcestershire,Male,Other (mixed heritage),PhD,,Pagan,It's complicated...,No,Yes,Yes,"ADHD, Dyslexic, Dyspraxia",Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree, part of my PhD","Love being outdoors, doing practical science. Also had an interest in geophysics and the application of it (particularly in archaeology)",The study of rocks! Kidding! It is the study of the Earth and the processes that enact on it and within it. But it really should be planetary science as our planet is not that different from the others and in the future we will have to study other planets more clearly!,"Depends! Research at a university but they look for resources, help to extract resources and help put it all back together afterwards. They help with structural engineering and building safely. They can work in geohazards and hydrogeology, can work with fossils. We need more of them in politics and councils to be honest!",Yes,The name (what is it!). ,The modern education system (obsessed with traditional subjects),The fear of the unknown- students take subjects at university because they hope it will get them a job.,"Fun, outdoors, practical","Male, pale and stale (but I think that is changing!). Can be a little snobby but most subjects have that element",,,,,,,,,,,,2,3,2,3,2,1,1,1,2,1,2,2,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,1,1,Construction industry. Archaeology,"Geology, Archaeology, Ancient History",
3/16/2021 13:23:36,I agree,35,Test Valley ,Female,White British,Bachelors Degree and PGCE,,None,Heterosexual ,Sole primary carer of child/ren under 18,Yes,No,,Yes,AS Level (or equiv),Love of the Earth and wanting to understand more about it ,"The study of Earth, what it is made up of, and how we use such materials. ","Far more than study rocks! Links to fossil fuels, renewables (materials for) the field of hazards (seismology and volcanology) geochemistry.",Yes,Knowledge of it as a subject (I am currently writing an article for Teaching Geography on this issue!) Often it is not highlighted or signposted. The uptake compared to Geography is tiny.  ,,,All of it! Fascinating and taught hugely in the A Level Geography spec. ,None ,,,,,,,,,,,,3,3,1,1,1,2,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,2,1,1,2,2,1,1,1,N/A,Geography/Geology/English ,
3/16/2021 13:27:47,I agree,48,Rushcliffe,Female,White,BA,,Pagan,Hetero,No,Yes,No,,Yes,GCSE (or equiv),Complemented geography and lifelong interest in the history of the planet.,Study of the history of the planet.,Analyses parts of the planet accessible and formulates theories about their development.,Yes,Limited employment opportunities,misunderstanding about it just being looking at rocks,not as attractive as media or tourism studies,"Just as fascinating as, and very influenced by/on, human history.",Not rocket science (thanks Sheldon),,,,,,,,,,,,3,3,3,4,3,2,2,2,2,2,2,2,1,3,2,2,3,2,2,1,2,No,"History, geology, German",
3/16/2021 13:31:38,I agree,56,Cambridgeshire,Female,White British,Degree,,Nominally CofE,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,GCSE (or equiv),I enjoyed my Physical Geography A level course and a 1 yr O level was offered to me alongside.,Study of rock,"Identify rock types and thus land use options, location of minerals, water and how the planet has changed.",Yes,"As a student, there was a gender bias (M). that may be true still.",,,Learning to read the landscape is a useful skill.,Male dominated.,,,,,,,,,,,,4,2,3,2,2,1,1,1,2,1,2,1,1,3,2,2,2,4,2,1,2,Mapping,"Design, marketing, textiles",
3/16/2021 13:32:35,I agree,23,Leicestershire County Council,Female,White British,MSc (Research),,Christian ,Hetrosexual,Other caring responsibilities,Yes,Yes,"Dyslexia, Depression",Yes,Bachelors degree,"To understand a little more of the processes that create the landscapes I studied as a physical geography, their interactions in glacial processes. ",The study of earth compounds ,Lick rocks. ,Yes,old' fashioned lecturing compared to other physical sciences. ,Accessibility to women in the field ie. toilets. ,additional costs associated with study/fieldwork/laboratory analysis.  ,"Fresh air, developing greater knowledge of processes shaping earth surface and its past. ",Beige Corduroy what my lecturers used to wear. ,,,,,,,,,,,,4,4,4,5,2,3,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,2,1,2,2,3,1,3,,"glaciology, geomorphology, geochemistry ",
3/16/2021 13:33:28,I agree,23,Cardiff,Non-binary,White,Bachelors conpleted. Currently undertaking mastera,,None,Queer,No,Yes,Prefer not to say,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,"The study of the earth, structur3s rocks, plate techtonics, etc.","Depends on what sort of geologist they are. Some work in the oil, mining or renewables industries,  some do lab based research, study earthquakes and volcanoes. ",It being an optional subject,Its white male dominated,Not seen as applicable to other industries ,"Its always something I've been interested in studying, it's valuable for a lot of my work in renewables, I very much enjoy watching videos about the history of the earth, volcanoes etc. I think the mixing of astrophysics and geology is also really cool. ","Its boring, when my dad did it at uni he spent a lot of time looking at slices of rocks under microscopes, it's white male dominated, it's not always that accessible for learning to the general public beyond the basics, it can be really dull, a lot of work geologists do is in the fossil fuel industry. ",No,,"Yes, I think I would have studied geology modules at GCSE if I had the option as it's something I've been interested in. Especially if there was a mix of paleontology/geology. Same with my current renewables studies, I would probably pick a geology module if it was available and looked interesting as it's an area I don't know a huge amount of but would like to learn more. ",2,3,1,3,1,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,2,1,2,2,2,1,2,Waste management (comes under a couple of the other bands though) ,"Physics, sustainability, art",
3/16/2021 13:41:46,I agree,22,East Dorset,Male,White British,Bachelors Degree,,Atheist,Bisexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree","Initially out of interest at A Level, then as a potential career at university",The study of the earth,"Applies the study of geology, either for academic or commercial purposes",Yes,A misconception about how limited the study of geology is. It is stigmatized as being just about looking at rocks and the full bredth of the discipline is not known by the average person,University is often considered inaccessible by students from lower income backgrounds and marginalized communities,,Geology is a fascinating topic with so many impacts on the world. Few other subjects can change how you see the world around you as much.,"While geology will be an essential part of combatting climate change, some fields, especially those most financially lucrative, are the primary driver of climate change (alongside global capitalism)",,,,,,,,,,,,3,2,3,4,1,1,1,1,1,2,2,1,1,2,2,2,3,3,2,1,1,,"Geology, film studies and history",
3/16/2021 13:42:51,I agree,41,Leicester City Council,Female,White British,Masters (MSc) ,,"None (lapsed Anglican, now mostly agnostic)",Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters)","I wanted a job with an outdoors component, and found volcanoes, earthquakes, flooding etc interesting.",The study of the earth.,"using the history, physics, chemistry, and biology of the ground beneath us to understand the present and predict the future.",Yes,Unawareness of it as a subject/career area (and particularly the environmental side); ,Long/remote work hours expectations (work/life balance),accessibility - for disabilities as a whole; also fieldwork in countries that do not accept LGBTQI,Has as a role to play in reducing and mitigating climate change impacts.,Old boys network; lack of diversity; fossil fuel industry dominated,,,,,,,,,,,,4,3,1,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,2,3,2,2,2,1,1,1,,"Physical geography, physics, history",
3/16/2021 13:54:18,I agree,29,,Female,White ,PhD ,,,Straight ,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,Study of the Earth and Earth processes ,"Understand past and current processes through lab, field, computer experiments to understand future changes ",Not offered at school (although it was in the Boys' school partnered with my Girls' school),Not being aware what an Earth Science/Geology degree was compared with Geography ,,It covers a wide scope,"As someone who works on recent timescales in a geography department, there is a feeling that geologists don't see this as 'real' work or as important. A heavy importance on long periods in the field - it's not for everyone and doesn't make your science less important. ",No,,I would have considered it at undergraduate level if I had been made aware of it as (at the time) an Earth Sciences degree covered more of what was taught in A-level physical geography ,3,4,3,5,3,2,1,1,2,1,1,1,1,3,2,2,4,3,2,1,4,,"Geography, English Literature, Chemistry ",
3/16/2021 14:11:34,I agree,27,Birmingham City Council,Female,White British,Masters,,N/A,Straight,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters), PhD",When doing A level Geography I liked volcanoes the best and when looking into degree programs found Geology to include that the most. ,"The study of rocks and deep time, usually on Earth.","Uses rocks and the material within rocks to study the evolution of Earth through time. However there are many subsections of geology, like palaeoclimatology, palaeontology, geophysics etc.",Yes,Cost,Knowledge of what geology is ,Stereotypes of a geologist,"Being in the outdoors, ability to help investigate the changing climate","The bad reputation of oil companies. A lot of people think that if you do geology you support oil companies or want to go into the O&G sector, which the vast majority actually do not. It's also an expensive subject- you need outdoor stuff (which should last so is therefore more expensive), fieldtrips are expensive, etc.",,,,,,,,,,,,2,4,1,5,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,2,1,1,,"Geography, Science, Psychology",
3/16/2021 14:30:37,I agree,47,Belfast City Council ,Female,White,Certificate in Higher Education ,,Satanist,Bise ual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,Fascinated by identifying rocks and how they came to be that way,The science of the earth,"Teach, study, learn about the earth. Works in the petrol industry. Works out how certain minerals can help people eg. Lithium in batteries",Yes,Cost,My age,Study opportunities in my location,Its so fascinating!,You need a degree. So you need to be able to afford to study,,,,,,,,,,,,4,3,3,4,3,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,2,2,2,1,1,,"History, archaeology, geology",
3/16/2021 14:33:54,I agree,21,Essex (or Uttlesford) ,Female ,White ,A levels (in my final year of BSc Geology) ,,None,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,Yes,"Adhd, dyslexia ",Yes,Bachelors degree,"Originally I didn't!! I was enrolled onto bsc geography as honestly was too scared to switch to geology as didn't know enough about it, but glad I switched after a month of being at uni. I chose to switch degrees as I wanted to do more proper science and I enjoy fieldwork, also I felt like geology gave me a broader scientific view of the world compared to physcial geography. I never felt like my physical geog lectures went into enough of the science behind all the processes, and that's why I switched. ","The scientific study of Earth's processes (both currently ie volcanic, and throughout geological time) and formation of the planets. It includes all aspects of science, from physics (geophysics), chemistry (Geochemistry) and biology (Palaeobiology). ",So much! Overall I'd say they bring all the important background knowledge and are able to relate this in the bigger global picture. ,No,Teachers at school not knowing about geology (my A-Level geog teacher literally deterred me from studying it by telling me its too niche),Financial costs of fieldwork,Perceptions of being easy subject/not useful/just fossil fuel jobs.  ,It links all the sciences to the real world. High variety of jobs. ,"Back before I chose my degree I thought it was too niche, too much chemistry, I wasn't good enough as was a lot of science (even though I did maths, biology and geog at a level). ",,,,,,,,,,,,3,2,2,4,2,3,3,1,2,1,1,1,1,3,2,1,2,2,1,1,2,Fiekdwork mapping either online or in person ,"Mineral formation, fossils, and mapping ",
3/16/2021 14:47:59,I agree,28,,Cisgender woman,White,PhD,,No religion,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,"It was either take a modules in geology or maths at undergraduate, and geology seemed less difficult","The study of the Earth and all its materials, processes, and products",Study/analyse/document geology for a variety of different reasons,Yes,Disabilities (physical and otherwise),"The culture of geology (i.e. very ""laddy"" and focused on conquest)",Not understanding the depth and breath of the subject,Geologists work on understanding climate change and try to mitigate it's effects,"The culture of geology (i.e. very ""laddy"" and focused on conquest)",,,,,,,,,,,,3,3,2,2,2,1,1,1,2,1,2,1,1,2,2,2,1,2,1,1,1,Ethics and science diplomacy,"Biology, Languages, Geography",
3/16/2021 15:16:34,I agree,20,Woking Borough Council,Male,White British,A-level,,Non-religious,Straight,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,I have an interest in Palaeontology and so studying Geology is an important aspect of that and it is interesting.,The study of the physical aspects of the Earth system and it's processes,Study and analyse rocks in all forms to obtain information from them that can be applied to a problem or further our understanding of the planet we live on,Yes,"Access to the outdoors either by cost, location or disability ",Lack of availability to resources/education prior to university,Historic and on-going discrimination/unwelcoming atmosphere in certain geological groups,Can help protect people from dangerous locations; interesting,Heavily biased with proportionally less non-white geologists involved than expected; colonial history and practices that uphold that,,,,,,,,,,,,3,3,3,4,2,2,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,3,2,2,3,2,2,1,2,Sedimentology,"Ancient History, Biology and Physics",
3/16/2021 15:42:52,I agree,41,Worthing Borough Council,Female,White British,PhD,,None,Straight,Co-carer of child/ren under 18,Yes,No,,Yes,"Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters), PhD","Love of the outdoors and travel, as well as fascination with natural hazards and Earth processes",The study of how the Earth (and other planets) works,"Uses various approaches to better understand Earth and planetary processes with the aim of gaining fundamental new insights into how planets work and evolve, as well as to aid Society (e.g. by helping discover and source essential resources, as well as help understand and mitigate natural hazards)",Yes,Exposure to geology in high school (GCSE) and college (A Level),"Field work (e.g. dislike of the outdoors, cost of travel and field equipment)",Misunderstanding of what the subject is (perception of the subject as dirty and polluting due to links with oil and extraction industries),"Provides an increased understanding and mitigation of natural hazards (including climate change), and helps bring people out of poverty/contributes to better standard of living through provision of essential resources. ",Major contributor to climate change and environmental destruction/degradation due to links with fossil fuel and extraction industries.,,,,,,,,,,,,3,3,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,2,1,1,1,1,"Climate change, geochemistry, astrophysics","Art, Earth science, physics",
3/16/2021 16:17:16,I agree,47,Liverpool,Male,White,PhD,,Pagan,Rampant,Co-carer of child/ren under 18,Yes,Prefer not to say,,Yes,Bachelors degree,Interest in Earth Sciences,What I studied,Depends greatly,Yes,Funding,Lack of political awareness of the discipline ,Cost of fieldwork,Explains the natural world,The hydrocarbon industries,,,,,,,,,,,,2,2,3,2,3,1,1,1,2,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,2,2,1,1,1,The multidisciplinary nature of it.,"Sequence stratigraphy, resource geology, landforms",
3/16/2021 16:33:54,I agree,18,Calderdale ,Female ,White British,A-Level,,None ,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"A Level, First Year Undergrad studying Geology","For A-level I decided to take geology because I really enjoyed physical geography, specifically tectonics, but I was also quite interested in engineering aspects. I know someone who was studying for an MSci in geology at the time and she recommended I took it for A-Level, which then led to my studying it as a degree at Durham. ","Geology is a science specifically relating to the structure, composition and evolution of the Earth and the Earth processes which occur and change over time. ","There are varying roles of a geologist depending on your career. There are environmental geologists concerning the environment, hydrology and so on. Palaeontologists who study fossils and the history of life on earth, geotechnical engineers who work closely with civil engineers in ensuring the ground is suitable for building, lecturers in geology, there are a lot of career opportunities within the geological sector",Yes,"For me, a barrier was finding an institution to study geology, at A-Level I had to go to sixth form in a different town in order to study geology because nowhere in my home town had it as an option. This meant travelling 4hrs a day on 4 buses so a definite factor is the lack of schools, sixth forms etc who offer it. ","Another barrier is lack of knowledge, I certainly wouldn’t have known geology was an A-Level option had I not had a friend studying a degree in it. Certainly at GCSE level it is very hard to come across, this lack of knowledge leads to people assuming it’s just the ‘study of rocks’ so greater education about geology would certainly help more institutions in offering it, and therefore more people studying it. ",,"I believe geology to be a mixture of all sciences which is why I enjoy studying it. On a daily basis I’m looking at maths, chemistry, physics, as well as geography. I love that you don’t need to know everything about all sciences, but instead can apply your knowledge of these sciences in a geological situation. ","I think a lot of people assume it it just the study of rocks, they don’t fully understand the complexity of geology as a science. Some forget it is a science at all and consider it to be more of a humanities subject or just don’t know what it is at all.",,,,,,,,,,,,2,3,2,3,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,3,1,1,2,2,2,1,1,"Technology development, the use of rare earth elements and so on","Geography, Geology, Chemistry ",
3/16/2021 17:14:01,I agree,27,Cambridge,Female,Mixed Race,Masters,,Muslim,Straight,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters), PhD",It seemed interesting,The study of the environment through time,"Various jobs! Exploration, oceanographer, resource analyst, geochemist/biologist/physicist, paleontology ",Yes,Women inclusion,Remote fieldwork,Financial oblications,It's a field where almost anyone can find a niche and allows for a nice mix of field and lab work,That it is white-washed and male dominated,,,,,,,,,,,,2,2,2,2,2,2,2,2,2,2,2,2,2,2,2,2,2,2,2,2,2,"Planetary science, geochemistry, isotope chemistry, nuclear science","Chemistry, Geology, History",
3/16/2021 17:14:31,I agree,28,London Borough of Islington,Female,White - British & Irish,MSc,,None,,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters), PhD","I took a careers test aged 14 and it suggested Chemical Engineering or Geology. First time I'd heard of Geology, and decided I wanted to learn more about the Earth using science!",The study of the earth,"Fieldwork (surveying), labwork (chemical analysis), office work (statistics, geospatial, research of historical geology)",Yes,Knowing what is it,Feeling unable to take part in physical fieldwork,"Not feeling like you fit the ""geologist"" stereotype",Huge variety of subject areas within geology that can be studied in a huge variety of ways; so anyone should be able to find something in geology that they'd enjoy!,"How people outside of geology view it, they assume you work in Oil & Gas or stare at rocks all day",,,,,,,,,,,,4,3,3,4,3,1,3,2,3,2,2,2,2,2,4,2,2,2,2,2,3,Climate change,"Maths, Physics, History",
3/16/2021 17:19:28,I agree,31,redbridge ,female,white,masters,,none,undecided ,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), A Level, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters)",I loved rocks and fossils. I wanted to understand how the  world worked and contribute to it.,the study is rocks and the natural world,"looks at (and licks) rocks.  Helps understand the world around us. Helps us understand our history.  Prepares us for natural disaster, protect the environment, help discover new resources like minerals and oil",Yes,"male dominated, ",not having clear career pathways other than oil and mining," , its expensive",I loved studying it. It was engaging and interesting.  I started  a career in it as an environmental scientist  focusing on soils and investigation.  Its fun. Its outdoor ,male dominated.   Its hard to get into when men treat yiu like shit ,,,,,,,,,,,,4,4,3,4,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,3,2,1,3,2,2,1,2,"mineralogy and jewelery l, coal  ","geology, mental health",
3/16/2021 17:25:23,I agree,30,"City of Boston (MA, USA)",Female,"White, British",PhD,,none,,No,Yes,No,,Yes,PhD,There was a timetable clash during A-Levels so I chose geology because it fit my timetable.,The study of the Earth processes by applying all fields of science. ,Studies Earth processes,Yes,fieldwork,costs,perceptions of what geology actually is. ,"It's fun, exciting, varied, and can be used to travel the world. ",It can be cliquey with a lot of middle/older white men at the top of the field. ,,,,,,,,,,,,2,2,2,2,2,2,2,2,2,2,2,2,2,3,2,2,2,2,2,2,2,,"Chemistry, Literature, History",
3/16/2021 17:26:02,I agree,20,Wiltshire council ,Female,White ,A-level,,No religion ,Straight ,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), A Level",Wanted to pursue earth sciences ,"The study of physical earth processes, particularly below ground ",A number of things!! ,Yes,The misunderstanding geology is ‘just rocks’,"Definitely male dominated, in my experience ",,I have many - it was my favourite a level and was a very broad subject ,"Big focus on oil, gas, mining at a level - appreciate it’s important to understand and part of our history but unsustainable",,,,,,,,,,,,3,4,2,1,1,1,1,2,2,1,3,1,1,3,2,1,3,2,2,1,1,,"Geology, geography, ecology ",
3/16/2021 17:47:11,I agree,44,Coventry ,Female,White,PhD,,none ,bisexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"A Level, Bachelors degree",Liked that it is a practical science with a large element of outdoor work,Study of the earth and extinct species,Many things!,Yes,Rare subject at school,Perception its just about rocks,,"Fun, interesting ",Oil companies,,,,,,,,,,,,2,2,2,2,2,2,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,2,2,2,2,2,2,1,2,,"palaeobiology, zoology, anthropology",
3/16/2021 18:20:58,I agree,20,Maidstone,male,White British,A-Level,,Non-religious,,No,No,Prefer not to say,,Yes,Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters),To be able to read the history of the Earth and the landscape around us,"The study of the solid Earth as a network of interdependent systems at a variety of scales, its history and its future","To find and translate the stories in the rocks, the hills and the Earth, and to use these chapters to help build a book of the Earth and apply this knowledge for the betterment of understanding and the benefit of society.",No,"Not having the ""cool, cutting-edge"" perception of ""classical"" STEM",Being relegated to a footnote of geography in schools,Lack of variety of geology jobs available in the UK,"People who unravel the largest mysteries of the Earth, save lives from geohazards and find the materials that make the world possible.",Old moustachioed men in tweed jackets traipsing around the countryside poking sticks at boulders,,,,,,,,,,,,3,2,4,4,2,2,1,1,1,1,4,2,1,3,3,1,4,3,3,1,3,"Chemistry, materials science, glaciology","Geography, design tech, physics",
3/16/2021 19:12:06,I agree,51,Birmingham ,Male,White ,MSc,,None,Male,Co-carer of child/ren under 18,Yes,No,,Yes,"Bachelors degree, Post Graduate Certificate, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters)","Because I wanted to go to remote places, jump out of helicopters and wade through swamps. Oh, and rocks seemed interesting ",Study of earth systems and resources,Characterise earth systems and resources for exploitation and environmental protection,Yes,Perception that it's all about oil,Schools do not promote it,Geologists do not promote it,It's cracking fun and you get to make a positive impact on the planet.,The perception that the oil industry dominates the profession (it really does not),,,,,,,,,,,,5,3,3,4,3,2,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,4,2,1,5,5,3,1,1,,"Geography, biology, economics ",
3/16/2021 19:21:35,I agree,34,Milton Keynes ,Male,White British,Bachelors degree,,Atheist ,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,"It has a good mix of physical sciences, applied to way the natural world works. Plus you know, volcanoes. ","The study of the Earth, its history and the dynamic processes which operate on it, from the surface to the core. ","Looks at some aspect of the Earth and collects data to inform or make predictions about how it behaves, whether this is to find oil or mineral resources, model groundwater, reconstruct past environments or help predict natural disasters. Or simply as an academic pursuit. ",Yes,Visibility/availability as a subject at GCSE and A level.  ,Access to fieldwork opportunities with a good instructor,Awareness that the more fundamental sciences can lead to specialising in geology.,"I never stop learning it, it’s everywhere and it’s always fun to ponder some new outcrop or development in the literature. ",Wet weather fieldwork sucks. The world is too big to see all its geological wonders in a single lifetime. The job market is tough unless you want to be a groundwater specialist or be happy to move around far and wide every couple of years. ,,,,,,,,,,,,2,2,2,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,3,3,3,3,4,3,1,1,Geography. Geochemistry. Paleoclimatology. ,"Geology (?!) aside from that: physics, chemistry and music. ",
3/16/2021 21:06:28,I agree,29,City of Wolverhampton Council,Female,White British,Bachelors Degree,,Atheist,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,The study of rocks,Studies Rocks,Understanding of what geology is,Access to courses below degree level,Misinformation about the level of excitement geology can incite,"Cool rocks, interesting layer formations, fossils, knowledge of the past by studying the earth",Sometimes it can be perceived as a dull subject (not by me),Yes,"Not offered at school, was not interested enough in the chemistry side of things to study at University",,2,2,3,5,3,1,1,1,2,1,1,1,2,5,1,1,2,2,2,1,1,,"English, Classics, Geography",
3/16/2021 21:28:30,I agree,17,Southampton City ,Male,White British,A-Level,,Catholic,Straight ,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"GCSE (or equiv), A Level",It was an outdoor based subject that links my interests of interacting with people and the physical environment. ,"The study of rocks and how these different characteristics all link together to create hazards (EQ/VOLCANOES), opportunities (MINING) and different environments.","Looks at the interrelation between a places physical environment and it’s potential to exploit it eg. Siting aquifers, reservoirs, wind turbines; as well as considering hazards a place could experience eg. Eruptions and EQ. Geologists can also look at past (paleo) climates and try to figure what could occur in the future. ",Yes,Not knowing what geology is.,Not having a natural curiosity to explore a different subject. ,,"Many many many.......the world needs geologists: essential to exploit the earth for its minerals, structural integrity for buildings, construction materials. ",None.,,,,,,,,,,,,4,4,3,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,,"Geology, Environmental Science, Geography",
3/16/2021 21:29:00,I agree,24,Mid Devon,Female,White British ,MSc (current PhD),,None,Straight,No,Yes,No,,Yes,A Level,Sounded very interesting and similar to Geography (main subject),The study of past worlds using evidence available in the current world ,"Discover, investigate and elaborate earths stories from earths evidence ",No,"Availability - I don’t know any other school that offered it near me (Hampshire),","gender stereotypes - heavily a male subject potentially due to the male outdoors image also used in films,",there isn’t a lot of information about the transferable skills (assumption those who study it end up in the same jobs e.g. oil or academia),"Essential for solving world problems, changed perceptions of the world, immense amount of skills","Male dominated, either used for oil exploitation or to become an academic, more accessible to those with resource and experience with field work ",,,,,,,,,,,,2,2,3,4,2,1,1,1,2,1,2,1,1,3,3,2,4,3,3,2,3,"Climate change, geography, history, chemistry ",Physics ,
3/16/2021 21:30:30,I agree,30,Nottingham city ,Female,White British,PhD,,No religion,Straight,No,Yes,Yes,mental health condition,Yes,Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters),"I studied geography, chemistry and environmental science at A level and was looking to study something related at university. I saw geology as a course and thought the field work aspect and the broad range of scientific topics looked interesting. I also wanted to study something relating to the environment. ","Geology is the study of the earth and encompasses a wide range of subjects including chemistry, physics and maths. ","A geologist may do field work, lab work or computer modelling. ",Yes,Field equipment is expensive and it may be expensive to go on the field trips too ,It may be seen as a male dominated subject ,might not be an obvious subject to study for first gen students ,many environmental aspects to it & important for studying climate change ,"oil & gas industry, lots of beardy old dudes",,,,,,,,,,,,2,2,1,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,2,1,1,1,,"atmospheric science, chemistry, environmental science",
3/16/2021 21:54:53,I agree,35,,Demimale,White,PhD,,None,Pansexual,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,"The study of the materials and processes which make up the solid bodies of the solar system, and in particular the earth.","Studies, observes, simulates, examines or tests the earth or other solid bodies of the solar system to better understand the processes and materials which make up said bodies.",University tuition fees,Perceived “usefulness” as a high school subject,Perceptions of geology in the media,It’s very cool! From a lay perspective knowing a tiny bit about the geology of an area always adds something to my understanding of the place.,"I don’t have any, I just don’t work in geology and didn’t study it",Yes,I always felt it was something I could do later if I wanted.,,3,4,3,3,4,3,1,1,1,2,3,3,1,3,2,1,4,3,2,1,2,"Seismology, meteorology, chemistry.","Physics, maths, languages",
3/16/2021 22:04:54,I agree,36,Nottinghamshire ,Female,White British,BA Degree & PGCE,,Christian ,Straight,Primary carer of child/ren under 18,No,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,Study of rocks,"Studies rocks, some work in oil companies ", Pupils in schools may see it as less relevant to them.,Limited access to courses (I didnt know it was a GCSE until recently) but schools don't have the money to set up new courses now.,Seen as a subject for boys. ,Volcanoes and tv programmes like expedition volcano on the BBC have raised the profile of some geologists. ,Quite a dry subject.,No,,"I would have considered it as I enjoyed Physics, but felt it was too Mathmatical. In the end I took Geography, Economics and Biology at A Level and Psychology at AS, but Geology would have suited my interests.",4,5,2,3,4,2,1,1,1,1,3,2,1,3,2,2,3,4,3,1,3,Coastal areas and landforms ,"Geography, Economics, World Development",
3/16/2021 22:05:14,I agree,27,Kingston,Female,Black - African,PhD,,Muslim,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,The study of the material structure and atmosphere of solid planets,"Researches, investigates or provides advice on geological features of Earth or other planets.",Cost,understanding/awareness of the subject,employment opportunities,"It's a subject that touches everyone's lives - it's truly global. It is hugely important for tackling major challenges in society e.g. climate change. It can involve lots of different facets of science and humanity e.g. human responses to natural disasters, physics, fossil biology, chemistry","It's heavily linked to colonisation, exploitation of communities in the Global south and the oil & gas industry (negatively impacting climate change). It can also be inaccessible to those with disabilities and the field has many issues with racism, harrassment, gender inequality.",Yes,I don't think Geology was available to study at secondary education in my school. And I didn't know much about it as a subject or as an career route when I started higher education. I also was more interested in other subjects.,,4,3,4,3,5,5,5,5,5,5,4,4,5,3,4,5,3,4,4,5,5,,"History, Immunology, Social equity",
3/16/2021 22:38:09,I agree,41,expat,Female,White,PhD,,None,Married,Co-carer of child/ren under 18,Yes,No,,Yes,"Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters), PhD",to study past climate,"I normally call it earth sciences, and it encompasses study of the ocean-atmos-rock and earth history. ",I do lab science based past climate and ecosystems reconstructiosn,No,"It wasn't a course taught in school, so I did not study geology until after my BA in Geography. ", I looked at Geology for Ugrad but it had math and physics a level requirements that I lacked.,"rocks aren't that interesting to most normal people. climate is however fascinating,we all love a good natter about the weather. ","Great outdoors, fascinating stories of earth history, useful for resources","Mining for resources creates big problems, like climate change. Male dominated/exclusionary vibe. ",,,,,,,,,,,,1,1,1,5,4,3,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,5,4,3,1,1,,"geography, chemistry, languages (answering as my 16 yr old self)",
3/16/2021 22:49:12,I agree,58,West Devon Borough Council,female,white,PhD,,non,heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,PhD,Interest in evolution of the earth and dinosaurs,broad and overlaps with other disciplines eg physical geography - dynamics of the earth from its evolution to modern processes/geohazards mainly as recorded via the rock record,Range of jobs relating eg mineral exploration; geotechnical ground investigations; oil industry; EIA; engineering,Yes,expense/time of fieldwork,perceived limited range of job opportunities,lack of familiarity with subjects school,understanding of longer term processes provides context for modern environment,slow to change (eg persistent use of mapping projects at UG level),,,,,,,,,,,,4,4,4,3,2,4,3,1,1,2,4,1,1,3,2,2,4,5,4,1,3,,"Geomorphology, history, Psychology",
3/16/2021 22:52:04,I agree,40,Sheffield ,Female ,Black mixed,PGDip,,None ,Hetero ,Sole primary carer of child/ren under 18,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,The study of rocks,Study rocks and tectonics,Links to geography may limit people’s beliefs they can study geology if they aren’t interested in geography?,"Quite niche, what does studying geology lead to?",,I think it’s really interesting to be honest. In hindsight I would have liked to have studied it at A level but there wasn’t a geology field trip residential - there was a geography one though so I chose that.,It’s a bit boring as it’s not a very dynamic area. It takes a long time for things to change.,Yes,I wanted to go on the residential field trip but that was only for geography.,,5,3,4,5,4,2,1,1,1,3,2,1,1,4,2,2,4,3,3,2,4,Chemistry,"Maths, Spanish, Literature ",
3/16/2021 23:00:51,I agree,21,South Holland ,Female ,White British ,A-level ,,Christian ,Straight/Heterosexual ,No,No,No,,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree",Enjoyment of science and desire to find something that covers everything. Keen interest in the natural world. ,The study of earth/planetary processes and/or products. ,Studies earth or planetary processes and/or products. ,Yes,Financial barriers to fieldwork ,Ableist views towards fieldwork and negative stereotypes of what a geologist is perceived to be. ,Perception that it’s not a proper science as it isn’t one of the main three. Association with geography and social sciences. ,Subject plays an important role for the future from the energy transition to understanding climate change. ,"Ableist views on fieldwork participation, can feel unwelcome in the subject if you cannot partake/have accessibility issues/chose not to. ",,,,,,,,,,,,3,4,4,5,3,3,2,1,1,1,3,1,1,3,2,2,4,2,3,1,2,,"Chemistry, Palaeontology, Environmental Science",
3/16/2021 23:19:57,I agree,39,,Male,Welsh ,Bachelors Degree,,Atheist ,Heterosexual ,Other caring responsibilities,Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,To get into Palaeontology ,The study of rocks both on earth and elsewhere to gain an understanding of past time ,"Studies rocks and can be involved in numerous careers as a result, from geosciences, exploration, palaeontology, mining, Sci Comm, teaching and out reach, museum work etc all revolving around rocks and minerals ",Yes,schools not valuing it as a subject,Not teaching it in secondary school ,High cost of university study ,"Applications in Palaeontology, museum work, environmental science and protection, teaching, demonstrating climate change, ",Oil and coal industry pollution and aftermath,,,,,,,,,,,,2,2,2,1,2,3,1,1,1,2,2,1,1,2,1,1,1,2,1,1,2,,"Biology, art, history ",
3/16/2021 23:54:16,I agree,29,,Female,White,PhD,,None,Straight,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters), PhD, Postdoctoral Researcher, USGS Research Geologist",I had always loved volcanoes and a Geology degree was on the path to becoming a volcanologist,"Geology is the study of Earth's formation, history, and processes.","A geologist uses fundamental principles of biology, chemistry, mathematics, and physics to understand how, when, and why Earth processes occur.",Yes,Lack of gender and other diversity (majority of professors are male cis-gender and senior),"Old ""boots on the ground"" stereotype doesn't reflect all types of ways one can be a geologist","At the graduate level it often feels like an elite club, subject to issues of privelege",Diverse job types/challenges provide for a stimulating career,Lack of diversity,,,,,,,,,,,,5,3,3,3,2,2,1,1,1,1,4,1,1,2,2,1,3,1,3,1,1,Remote sensing (Earth focused but space based techniques),"Chemistry, Geology, Computer Science",
3/17/2021 0:38:56,I agree,21,The London Borough of Lewisham,Female ,Black British Caribbean,"Bachelors (graduating 2021), A Levels",,Spiritual,Heterosexual,"Co-carer of adult(s) with disability, learning needs or health issues/elderly person/people",Yes,Yes,Learning difficulty; dyslexia,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,The study of rocks and rock formations ,"Works with geological data, and in the field",Lack of universities in London offering a geology undergraduate course,Lack of black peers on the course,Possible non transferability to study a university led Geography PGCE to go into teaching afterwards  ,Seems like it could be interesting ,"Very white dominated field. Very specified for an undergraduate degree, and so could be difficult to find geology based jobs in the locations I’d like e.g. London",Yes,Too narrow. I’m not interested enough in it to do a whole degree in it. I’d rather do it in uni modules. ,,1,2,1,2,2,1,1,2,2,1,1,1,2,3,3,3,3,2,2,1,2,,"Sociology, Geography, French",
3/17/2021 0:41:08,I agree,31,London,Female,Asian,PhD,,None,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,PhD,For fun,studies on rocks (the earth),Go somewhere (remote) to dig up the samples or work in the lab,Yes,Many people don't know how it differs from geography,,,Interesting,Getting your hands dirty!,,,,,,,,,,,,1,2,3,3,2,3,1,1,2,1,1,2,1,3,1,1,3,1,3,1,2,Not that I can think of.!,"Art, Biology, French",
3/17/2021 1:07:15,I agree,31,,Female,White,PhD,,Atheist,"Bisexual, demisexual",Other caring responsibilities,Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,"I wanted to be a palaeontologists since I was a kid, and especially after I read Wonderful Life. It is a wonderful mix of disciplines that allows me to work in both field and lab based setting, and it involved exploration.","Science that studies the Earth and other planetary bodies, their composition i.e. the rocks and minerals that form them, processes through which they change over time, and the history of our planet and its life.","A geologist does geological research, which can be very broad like the discipline itself.",Yes,I grew up in a tiny country which doesn't have much geological research going on and was never a part of the public life or taught in high schools. So I had to go abroad to get an Earth Science degree. Not sure how many people are that driven before some kind of first contact with geology. ,"Some parts of geology may not be for everyone, i.e. people who are not outdoorsy. People tend to dismiss geology based on this, despite the fact that not all geological disciplines involve a fieldwork component.",Equipment costs. I was a very poor undergrad and it too a lot of sacrifice to get all the necessary equipment for fieldtrips. That was not fun. I was lucky that the Uni at least provided a compass clino. ,It's an ideal discipline to understand the world around us cause it incorporates many basic sciences and puts them in a context. ,"In US more than in UK geology, there is a certain machismo associated with the science. Also, there are very few faculty jobs and not enough mid-level ones (compared to e.g. biosciences). So I'm no struggling with the possibility that I might have to leave academia if I cannot land a tenure track soon.",,,,,,,,,,,,4,4,2,1,1,5,5,4,3,4,4,5,5,2,4,4,1,4,4,5,4,Astrobiology,"Odd question - you mean in school? It would have been History, Biology, Chemistry.",
3/17/2021 8:11:43,I agree,31,Cambridge,Male,White ,PhD,,none,heterosexual,No,Yes,Yes,Dyslexia,Yes,"Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters), PhD",It was interesting,The history of the naural world,"Try to uncover the history of the naural world, for interest, for resource exploration/exploitation, or for environmental reasons. ",Yes,"The impression that it's 'not a science', or at least inferior to the other sciences; maths, physics, chemistry etc",The lack of primary and high school teaching on geology. Most school pupils simply don't know what it is. ,,Gives the option for lots fo travel and exploration to interesting places. Can be used to teach us more about climate change and other impending environmental disasters. ,A lot of the advertised career options are in environmentally destructive industries like oil and gas,,,,,,,,,,,,2,3,3,3,4,4,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,3,4,4,5,2,4,1,3,,"History, Geography, Art",
3/17/2021 9:38:10,I agree,58,enfield,male,British,PhD,,RC,Heterosexula,"Co-carer of adult(s) with disability, learning needs or health issues/elderly person/people",Yes,No,,Yes,"GCSE (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters), PhD",To learn about the natural environment and the planet's processes,The study of the fabric of the Earth and the processes that form those fabrics,"Interacts with natural processes, their causes and their consequences",Yes,Colour blindness,Mobility,Breadth of knowldege required to satisfy all aspects therein,Fundamental to the workings of a first world economy,It is not a 'green' pursuit,,,,,,,,,,,,4,5,3,5,3,2,1,2,1,1,3,1,1,3,3,1,4,2,2,1,2,"Agriculture, agronomy, town planning","Art,  geography, maths",
3/17/2021 10:25:49,I agree,58,Portsmouth,Male,White British,Masters,,None,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,A Level,Love of nature and opportunity for fieldwork,The science of the Earth,Tries to understand the Earth as a system,Yes,Lack of careers,Not seen as a mainstream science,,Fossil hunting,Oil exploration,,,,,,,,,,,,2,2,1,2,2,1,1,1,2,1,2,1,1,1,2,2,3,2,1,1,1,"Sediments, soils, planetary science","Ecology, earth science, astronomy",
3/17/2021 10:26:57,I agree,35,Edinburgh,Female,White Scottish,Bachelors degree,,None,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,A good practical/applied science degree that had fieldtrips,The study of our Earth and how it was formed and continues to change,Tries to understand the Earth and its systems,Yes,Lack of knowledge of future careers that can be pursued following a geology degree,The subject is tainted by association with oil industry,It is seen as boring/not cool,"Outdoorsy, can help understand climate change, space geology is cool",NA,,,,,,,,,,,,3,4,2,3,3,1,1,1,2,1,1,2,1,2,1,1,2,2,1,1,1,,"Science, French, Politics",
3/17/2021 10:28:06,I agree,25,Cardiff,Male,White British,Masters,,Athiest,Bisexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,PhD,Predominantly because of the connection to climate and environmental sciences.,The study of Earth's natural composition and behaviour,"Studies the composition, behaviour, and history of the Earth",Yes,Affiliation with oil/gas industries.,,,Understanding the Earth system to better mitigate and predict the effects of climate change,"The 'old-white-man' problem, and obsession with fieldwork being essential. Geology is more than hiking through mountains!",,,,,,,,,,,,3,2,3,4,3,1,2,2,2,2,1,1,1,4,3,2,5,3,2,1,3,,"Oceanography, Chemistry, Statistics",
3/17/2021 10:34:01,I agree,27,East Cambs,Non binary,White,MSc,,None,Queer,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,study of rocks and earth science to understand ancient earth,study rocks and minerals ,wasn't taught at high school,has a reputation of boring,lack of access to equipment,i think its really cool that you can study rocks as time capsules,tedious,No,,might have taken a class at UG ,3,3,3,2,3,5,4,4,5,5,4,5,5,4,4,5,3,3,4,5,5,archeology,"biology, english, history",
3/17/2021 10:44:21,I agree,35,Chester & Cheshire West,Female,White,PhD,,N/A,Heterosexual (straight),"Primary carer of adult(s) with disability, learning needs or health issues/elderly person/people",Yes,No,,Yes,"Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters), PhD","At age 14, I decided I wanted to be a volcanologist, I researched what I had to study to become a volcanologist, and geology came up. Since then, I focused on sciences to get a spot at a University that offered geology.","An understanding of how the Earth System works. Traditionally it pertains to the solid Earth, but to me it has to be more all encompassing and broader for it to really resonate with audiences.","Someone who studies or works with the matter that constitutes the Earth and other terrestrial planets. They carry out research, they teach, they educate, they locate raw materials we need for everyday life, they study and work with the earth's underground and surface waters, they help build infrastructure and housing, they study and mitigate against natural hazards and the risk they pose. ",Yes," Parents, teachers and school teacher are largely unaware of it as a career option;",It's not seen as a science with a diversity of career paths (dead end degree);,"It's association with extractive industries is poorly perceived and geologists are often seen to be contributing climate change, instead of part of the solution","Geology is a rewarding and diverse science with a really broad range of career options, as well as being a degree that gives students a breadth of skills which are applicable to many other careers too","It's not very inclusive of those who aren't able bodied, fit, and have the financial resources to support field training. It also doesn't do a great job at 'selling' itself! ",,,,,,,,,,,,1,3,1,2,3,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,2,1,1,1,,"Geology, Communication (Science), Sustainable Development",
3/17/2021 10:45:41,I agree,54,EAST SUSSEX,FEMALE,WHITE,PHD,,CHURCH OF ENGLAND,HETROSEXUAL,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,I was good at geography,Study of the earth - its history and structure,Try to understand the earth's past to predict the future; surveys to inform future development and planning; education; earth's natural resources - oil and gas,Yes,Most of population lives in urban areas - geology is an outside interest,Not popular at school level - not a core subject,attracts weird people - that includes me!,"Fossils, dinosaurs,  long treks over land not usually popular with general public",Oil and gas industry - exploitation of the earth's resources.  Connections to industries like shale gas fraking.,,,,,,,,,,,,4,2,3,3,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,3,2,2,3,2,3,1,1,Geography,"geneology, geography",
3/17/2021 10:48:50,I agree,40,South Yorkshire,female,white,Masters,,agnostic,straight,No,Yes,Yes,chronic pain,Yes,evening course,I love it but had never had the chance to take a qualification,"The study of rocks and landscape, how they form, their chemistry, how they change.","All sorts of things, from working with big oil companies to sustainability.",No,Knowing that you can,Access to courses,fear there will be loads of hard science involved (eg physics type stuff),"Being able to study rocks, to know how continents and landscapes formed, a variety of jobs in the field.",Dominated by middle class white men who are physically able.,,,,,,,,,,,,3,2,3,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,2,2,1,1,2,"Anthropology, sociology, history","Anthropology, mythology, biology",
3/17/2021 11:12:20,I agree,46,No,Cis-female,Latina-mapuche,Master,2006,None,What are the options? Vague or huge question,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"A Level, Bachelors degree",I haven`t,"The study of the ground of the earth, rocks and all related","Many things related to earth, rocks, mining, volcanoes",Yes,Not being exposed to that science and way of looking at the landscape,Not knowing anyone geologist,Not having a grasp of what it is,"Uff, many: learning to read lanscape, gaining comprehension of how the world was and how is it","Hard exploitation of our planet`s resources...
",,,,,,,,,,,,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,History,"Arts, languages, natural sciences",
3/17/2021 11:33:28,I agree,47,,F,,PhD,2001,,,"Co-carer of adult(s) with disability, learning needs or health issues/elderly person/people",Yes,No,,Yes,PhD,Whant to be a paleobtologist,"The study of the Earth systems, processrs and time","Mapping, exploration, monitoring environments and changes..",Yes,People may be are not sure if they xan find a job,,,"Never stop to learn about geology, it is an amazing science",Geologists are seen as strange or odd people,,,,,,,,,,,,2,2,2,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,2,2,1,1,1,,"Paleontology, Stratigraphy, sedimentology",
3/17/2021 11:36:00,I agree,36,,Female,White,MSc,2007,None,Straight,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,"Read a section of a book from OU, surprised myself when I realized Iunderstand it, wanted to learn more, got a degree.",Study of the Earth and planetary processes and systems.,"Study Earth and planetary processes. Work in labs, do fieldwork, advise, teach, research.",Yes,Seems scary at first.,Male dominated.,Not as popularised as other subjects.,It teaches you to appreciate the complexity of life. Fascinating. Intertwines with other science and social science fields.,"Male dominated, elitarian.",,,,,,,,,,,,2,3,3,3,2,2,1,1,1,1,2,3,1,3,1,1,3,1,3,1,2,,"Geology, Environmental science, Cultural history.",
3/17/2021 11:39:01,I agree,45,Cambridgeshire,Female,White British,PhD,2002,None,heterosexual,Primary carer of child/ren under 18,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,Study of rocks,"Examines rocks to understand properties of rock, how they are made, what minerals they contain, how old they are, what might be contained in them, what this tells us about the world",Access to specific courses at school level ,subject specialists,time in the curriculum,It's about understanding how things are made,"it's old, bearded men pulling up at the side of the road excited exclaiming look at the rock strata, or earth pillars!",No,,"Yes, I would have found it interesting, I did study Geography. However, pressures on timetables and choices might have still made it impossible",5,4,5,4,4,3,2,2,2,3,3,2,1,5,4,4,4,3,3,2,3,Actually studying the rocks and rock cycle,"Biology, Geography, Art, ",
3/17/2021 12:53:43,I agree,54,Essex,Male,"White, British ","Bachelors Degree, unsubmitted PhD",1988,"Christian, non practicing ",Hetro,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"GCSE (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree",I enjoyed physical geography and had the chance to do geology so it was a natural fit for me - also always interested in fossils.,"The study of the physical processes that operate on earth as well as the paleobiology that inhabited it. It uses all the science disciplines to this end (maths, physics, chemistry and biology). ","Tries to make sense of it all 😁 reconstructs past environments, processes, flora and fauna. ",Yes,It is not taught at GCSE or GCE level in secondary schools. So interested or curious youngsters cannot explore it. ,,,A great use of the core sciences in a practical and relevant way ( not always the case with the pure sciences). Positive contribution to world economics ( mineral resources etc.) understanding the past allows us to plan for the future - global warming a good example.,Nothing negative. ,,,,,,,,,,,,3,2,2,3,3,3,1,1,2,2,1,1,1,3,5,2,3,2,4,1,3,,"Geology, planetary science, astronomy ",
3/17/2021 13:35:30,I agree,41,,,,PhD,,,,Co-carer of child/ren under 18,Yes,No,,Yes,a single course at bachelors level,curiosity about the Earth,"The study of Earth and Planetary systems (biosphere, atmosphere, geosphere, hydrosphere, cryosphere), and how they interact in the past, present, and future","professional geologist evaluate and map economic resources such as water, mining for building material, energy resources (oil, gas, coal, wind, solar), evaluation stability of construction sites,  ",Yes,The faculty/teachers are fairly odd people,"Geology courses are not taught at the gradeschool, middle school, or high school level",,the salaries are high,The courses are not challenging enough at the introductory college level,,,,,,,,,,,,1,1,2,2,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,2,1,1,Chemistry is central to geoscience,"chemistry, biology, physics",
3/17/2021 13:45:45,I agree,35,Vale of White Horse,Male,White,Masters,2011,None,Straight,Co-carer of child/ren under 18,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,The study of the Earth,"Studies the earth, its processes, rocks and hazards",It's not taught in schools,Teachers know nothing about it,It's never mentioned at careers evenings,It is a subject which enlightens our understanding of our planet and other planets,"Personally, none.",No,,"Yes, I love geology",3,2,2,2,2,2,1,1,2,1,3,1,1,5,2,2,3,2,2,1,2,,"Geography, English, Music",
3/17/2021 14:03:47,I agree,22,Cambridge City Council,Genderfluid,White(British),Bachelors,Aug 2020,No religion,Bisexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters)",Love of being outdoors,The science of Earth (and other rocky bodies) history and processes forming the structures observed on/within the Earth.,"Depends on which direction you take it. Examples include prospecting for minerals/oil/gas, paleontology study eg museum curation of bones. Hazard management - volcanic, earthquake, tsunami, pollution, flooding etc. Ground surveying for structural maintainance or local development. ",Yes,Perceived loss of jobs as oil production reduces,Gender bias - often more men in science subjects than other genders,Lack of previous exposure to the subject - few schools offer geology gcse & a level and many student haven't got much exposure to field trips or field trip like environments before.,Understanding physical processes behind hazards leads to better hazard understanding and risk awareness and mitigation for at risk communities globally,Oil and gas are heavy pollutants and commonly the perception is in geology that is where the money is.,,,,,,,,,,,,2,3,2,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,1,2,2,2,2,2,1,2,Aspects of materials science eg understanding material behaviours ,"Geology, Physics, Physical Geography",
3/17/2021 14:03:57,I agree,17,No,Male,Causasion,GCSE,2020,Agnostic,,No,No,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,"The study of land forms (i.e rocks, mountains etc)",The study geology (of course!),Don't know any one doing geology,,,"Intellectual, scientific, complex ","boring, pointless, samesie with a lack of variation",Yes,I don't have the option to,,4,3,3,5,5,1,1,1,5,4,4,4,2,5,5,2,5,2,4,1,4,,"Philosophy, Geography, History",
3/17/2021 14:09:58,I agree,17,,Male,White,GCSE,August 2019,Atheist ,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,The study of organic earth materials,Observed and study the ways in which organic earth materials form and the pattern of there existence ,"Not covered very much, l","Considered a bit dull as a result of not enough people understanding it, ",,Key understanding of how the earth works,Could be considered dull,No,,Maybe because I am looking to study geography and they are linked,3,4,4,4,3,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,4,2,1,4,1,2,1,1,,Geography Maths Chemsitry,
3/17/2021 14:48:58,I agree,40,Surrey,Female ,White,Phd,2007,Christian,Straight ,Co-carer of child/ren under 18,Yes,No,,Yes,"Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters), PhD","Enjoyed sciences, physical geography, the outdoors and travel; liked the vocational aspect and didn’t want a ‘desk job’",The study of rocks,Study rocks,Yes,Not taught at school - fear of the unknown ,Job prospects,,Scientifically and intellectually challenging ,Connected to the oil industry and contributing to climate change ,,,,,,,,,,,,4,4,5,5,5,4,4,2,2,1,3,1,1,4,3,2,4,2,2,1,2,,Chemistry physics geography ,
3/17/2021 14:50:45,I agree,17,,,White,GCSEs,2020,atheist,gay,No,No,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,The study of rocks and minerals,I'm assuming analyse samples of sediment to determine their type/where they came from/how old they are,Real world applications after study (apart from becoming a geologist),,,Crystals are interesting ,"Nothing negative, just nothing overwhelmingly outstanding",Yes,I had another commitment in the same time slot.,,5,3,3,3,5,2,1,2,2,2,2,2,2,5,5,4,5,5,4,3,3,Folklore/History (such as healing properties or Stonehenge),French Geography Maths,
3/17/2021 15:15:20,I agree,18,,Male,Asian,A level,17/03/21 11:11 PM,Atheist,Straight,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"GCSE (or equiv), A Level",Easy grades,Rock stuff,study rocks,No,Low wages in the future,lack of interest in rocks,My ego,Not sure,Not sure,,,,,,,,,,,,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,3,1,1,3,3,1,1,2,,"History, Economics, Geography",
3/17/2021 15:55:52,I agree,72,Hereford,male,white,PhD,1977,none,hetero,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,study of earth's rocks and minerals and associated processes,provides a range of studies of geologic materials and processes,science background - chemistry and physics needed,perception on fieldwork,male dominated,provides valuable information for decision makers,rigid and often concerned with details,Yes,I did not have the needed chemistry and physics at O level,,3,4,2,2,4,1,1,1,2,1,2,1,1,2,3,1,3,2,2,1,1,Geologic hazards,"geography, history, english",
3/17/2021 16:09:57,I agree,17,Buckinghamshire ,Male ,White British ,GCSE,2020,N/A,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,Study of rocks and how they relate to other systems.,Presumably studys how past rocks impacted past systems and how these then developed into current rocks and systems.,Career - I'd like to do some work in international development. ,Skill - I've always found it easier to get my head around human geography.  ,Interest - Contemporary affairs and human impacts on physical geography are more interesting to me,"Very interesting topic to some, and very important to understand WHY the Earth formed as it did.",Maybe a bit stale? How much more research can be done?,Yes,"It was an extra GCSE on top of the 10 I was doing, I didn't feel that I would have been able to commit enough time to it to get a good result.",,2,1,5,2,3,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,4,3,2,4,2,5,1,3,,"Geography, History and Ancient History at A Level",
3/17/2021 16:22:32,I agree,26,,Female,White,Masters,2018,Christian,Straight/heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters),I like volcanoes,Study of the earth and other planets,Study terrestrial and planetary systems,Yes,Jock culture,Prevalence of alcohol,Fieldwork,"Teaches us about the history of the solar system, useful for studies of natural hazard, necessary for resources we need to live",Is associated with colonialism and exploitation of peoples (esp. in mining),,,,,,,,,,,,2,2,2,5,3,1,1,1,2,2,2,1,1,2,2,2,2,1,2,1,1,Geochemistry ,"Geophysics, chemistry, history",
3/17/2021 16:36:34,I agree,18,,Male,"White, British",GCSEs,2016,Atheist ,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,The study of the earth.,Minister rock formations around the world.,Lack of viable career options after uni.,Little understanding of the subject,Personal preferences to studying geology.,Interesting and would improve my general understanding of the earth.,Rumours that it’s fairly boring.,No,,No as I’d prefer to study geography as a whole.,4,3,4,4,2,2,1,1,1,1,2,2,1,4,3,2,3,3,3,2,2,,Geography and biology,
3/17/2021 18:36:11,I agree,17,oxford council,male,white british,GCSE,Summer 2020,none,hetero,No,Yes,Yes,un-correctable sight problems,Yes,GCSE (or equiv),Interest in climbing and natural world,Study of rock,"field research, chemistry, theory, examine rock substrates",No,No interest in other necessary subjects,,,"going outdoors - field research, ancient history and fossils",a bit stuffy without the research,,,,,,,,,,,,4,4,5,5,5,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,5,4,4,4,1,1,1,1,,"history, arabic, geography",
3/17/2021 19:05:23,I agree,18,Waverley Borough Council,Female,White ,a-level,2020,Atheism  ,Queer,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,The study of rocks and rock processes,Studying rock processes and rock components,Lack of knowledge about what it is in schools,relatively niche compared to other subjects,,I personally love geology and wish that i’d have studied it for my degree instead of geography bsc,none,Yes,"At the time I didn’t know enough about the subject and therefore didn’t know if I would enjoy it, I didn’t want to commit my degree to something I had never done before.",,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,,Physics,
3/17/2021 19:20:35,I agree,18,,Female,White British,A Levels,2020,Atheist. ,Bisexual,No,Yes,Yes,ASC,Yes,I haven’t,N/A,The study of rocks and the processes surrounding the terrestrial earth system,Study rocks and their processes,No,Mathematics and physics ability,Lack of teaching at school,,"Intelligent subject, interesting",A niche subject with narrow job market,,,,,,,,,,,,4,4,4,5,4,2,1,1,1,1,2,2,1,5,2,1,3,4,2,2,4,,"Geography, French, English literature",
3/17/2021 20:29:23,I agree,62,Denbighshire ,Female,White,Bachelors Degree,2008,None,,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"Bachelors degree, Post Graduate Certificate",I had always been fascinated by how the earth was formed. What are these rocks? Where did they come from? My passion was volcanos.,"The study of the Earth's physical structure and substances, the history of rocks, the processes that act on them and the most economic way to use the world's resources. Geology involves methods and knowledge from biology, chemistry, physics and mathematics","A geologist studies what constitutes the Earth and other planets, as well as the processes that shape them.",Yes,Finances,Location of study place.,Lack of understanding of employment opportunities,Most geologists are really helpful and love sharing their knowledge to everyone.,"Bad experience at field trips and study schools by some students to students who were not getting sedimentary processes. Instead of helping, they ridiculed. ",,,,,,,,,,,,1,3,4,3,3,1,1,1,2,1,2,1,1,2,1,1,2,3,1,1,1,,"Science, Astronomy, Music",
3/18/2021 4:12:29,I agree,36,Kent ,Male,White,Masters,2011,None,Straight,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters)",The mix of theory and practical (field work) involved in undergrad programs and the range of career options available after graduation.,The study of past and present earth systems to understand the rock record and to model future process',"Applies knowledge of the earth to solve problems (find resources, design buildings, predict changing landforms).",Yes,Poor understanding of the subject and range of careers available,"A perception that it is ""geeky""",A perception that geology related jobs are bad for the environment.,Modern life is impossible without a good understanding of geology...,It is commonly viewed as being a quasi science with a broad range of possible answers.,,,,,,,,,,,,2,2,2,3,3,1,1,1,1,2,2,1,1,3,1,3,4,2,3,1,3,Chemistry/geochemostry,Geology,
3/18/2021 8:24:23,I agree,37,Edinburgh ,Female,White british,Phd,2012,,,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,Rocks? ,Study rocks? ,"Not available at school, don't know what it is",,,Helps us understand the earth,Old white men,No,,"Not sure, but maybe",5,5,5,5,5,1,1,1,1,1,5,5,1,5,5,5,5,5,5,1,5,,"Biology, English, music",
3/18/2021 8:34:39,I agree,18,Oxfordshire council,Male,White British,GCSE,2019,None,Bisexual,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,Study of rocks/minerals in rocks,Studies rocks etc looking for trends etc - helpful for building development or history of land movements,Comes across as fairly dull comparative to other subject options,Feels quite specific - would rather study geography and therefore far more broad,,No,"Boring, tedious, have very little specific information about the subject",Yes,I felt like it would not enhance my studies,,4,3,2,3,3,2,3,3,2,2,2,2,2,3,2,2,2,2,3,1,2,,"Computer Science, Geography, English",
3/18/2021 9:12:09,I agree,17,Witney ,Male,White,GCSEs,August 2019,Christian,,No,,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,"study of the earth, rocks and processes",examine earth materials and earth processes ,physical barriers - difficulty of working in some environments,Not as widely offered as other subjects,fewer opportunities to study and work in geology related careers,"essential to understanding more about the planet, very helpful in understanding processes and aiding in preparation for natural hazards. Useful for understanding earth materials, minerals etc and application of these materials into our daily lives through extraction dn use in technology etc. ","not a massive amount of careers related to the subject, fairly niche subject which somewhat narrows ideal jobs",Yes,"it was just an after school club rather than the full subject, time constrictions on top of extra studies",,4,3,2,2,2,1,1,1,2,2,2,1,1,4,3,2,4,4,3,2,2,,Geography History R.S,
3/18/2021 9:27:44,I agree,26,Birmingham City Council,Female,White British,Bachelors Degree,2015,None,Straight,No,No,No,,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), Bachelors degree",I was given a choice between Geology or Classics & chose Geology because I was studying Sciences. Then enjoyed it and understood it so studied BSc Geology with Ocean Science at Plymouth Uni.,"Simplified: the study of rocks. The study of earth and earth processes and how these form rock formations, then how this can be used to work out what happened on our planet millions of years ago.","Depends on what field they work in. Analysing rock samples from space, ensuring a building site if safe to put a struture on, oil, gas and mining, adding to the fossil record.",Yes,"No one has ever heard of the subject, or really understands what they would study.",Oil& Gas industry has negative connotations and is often the first thing associated with Geologists,"Very rare to have GCSE or even A-Level Geology offered, so no experience of the subject",It involves a lot of different science disciplines and relates them all to the planet,"Oil&Gas/ Fossil Fuels/ Fracking - all are big ""buzz words"" in the media that can put people off.",,,,,,,,,,,,1,1,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,"Musuems, Construction, Geochemistry","Any Science, Drama",
3/18/2021 11:15:01,I agree,16,Bury,Female,Pakistani,GCSEs,2020,Muslim,Female,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"GCSE (or equiv), A Level",It was different to other subjects,Earth science,Study about different aspects/landscapes/hazards/Earth's interior etc,Yes,na,na,na,I've learned things that I didn't know about our planet/solar system,Sometimes too much detail is added on when it's not necessary,,,,,,,,,,,,2,5,4,3,4,1,2,2,2,1,1,1,1,3,2,2,5,3,4,1,3,,"Psychology, art, music",
3/18/2021 11:16:11,I agree,16,Rochdale,Female,White British ,Gcse,June 2020,Atheist ,Straight,No,Yes,No,,Yes,A Level,Intrested in the earth,The study of the earths structure ,Study the Earth ,No,Uncertainty of career outcome,,,It’s very intresting,It’s not a common subject- not a huge amount of people know what it is,,,,,,,,,,,,2,3,5,5,5,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,4,1,5,5,1,1,1,1,Geography ,"Geology, biology and psychology ",
3/18/2021 11:16:20,I agree,36,Bury,Male,White British,"BSc, PGCE",2010,Christian,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"A Level, Bachelors degree",Interested in the science behind the planet,Scientific study of the Earth and Solar System,"Seeks to better understand our world and solar system, seek out natural resources for sustainable living",Yes,Lack of awareness at High School,Limited subject choices at A-Level,Lack of providers/funding for GCSE/A-Leve,Superb!,Typical stereotypes of geologists portrayed in media,,,,,,,,,,,,2,2,1,2,1,1,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,,"Geology, Geography, Environmental Sciences",
3/18/2021 11:16:48,I agree,16,bury,male,white British,GCSEs,2020,none,straight,No,No,No,,Yes,A Level,because its interesting,study of the planet,a lot of things including  in the mining industry and construction industry,Yes,They way people percieve it to be boring,most jobs associated with it are not well known,there isnt as much media attention so people don't care as much,its interesting to know where our planet originated and its own geological evolution,can be quite tedious at times,,,,,,,,,,,,3,3,4,4,4,4,4,5,4,5,5,5,5,3,3,5,2,5,3,5,4,,Geology Chemistry and Geography,
3/18/2021 11:17:15,I agree,16,bury,male ,white british,GCSE's,june 2020,non religious,straight.,No,Yes,No,,Yes,A Level,because it was a add on to geography but became my more favourable one.,how the world was made and the processes which go on inside it.,"things like studying rock formations, sourcing and finding materials, studying hazards kike volcanoes, looks at space objects like meteors.",No,peoples perception of geology e.g. some see as boring.,lack of availability in some colleges and schools.,not represented enough.,"very interesting, helps to develop your understanding of the world.",wish there was other parts we went into in more depth such as solar system and other planets.,,,,,,,,,,,,2,3,2,4,3,1,2,2,2,2,2,2,1,2,1,2,2,1,1,1,1,,"geology, geography, history.",
3/18/2021 11:17:53,I agree,17,Bury,Man,White British,GCSE,2020,,,No,Yes,Prefer not to say,,Yes,A Level,It is a good partner subject for Geography which I'm studying also,A scientific study of the planet and solar system,Studies the Earth,No,Some people aren't interested,,,Certain topic areas are interesting,"Sometimes, certain topic areas can be a little boring",,,,,,,,,,,,3,3,4,3,4,4,3,3,4,3,3,3,3,3,3,3,3,2,3,3,4,,"Geography, Geology, French",
3/18/2021 11:18:28,I agree,16,Bury,Male,White British,GCSE,2020,Christianity,Straight,No,Yes,No,,Yes,A Level,I found out about geology through geography,The research into how the earths processes have changed over time,Research the past an how the earth is changing,No,less awareness,,,A great way to see how our world is constantly changing and how this can be changed/solved,N/A,,,,,,,,,,,,3,3,4,5,2,1,1,1,2,2,2,1,1,4,2,2,4,4,2,2,3,,"Geography, Geology, Spanish",
3/18/2021 11:18:59,I agree,17,bury,male,white british,gcse,2020,catholic,hetrosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,A Level,combined well with my other a levels. geography and biology.,"the study of the earth and what its made up of, how we evidence that based on history",evidence there theories for the planets formation and movement.,Yes,"geology is always viewed as solely the study of rocks, and no one wants to learn about rocks for two years.",think nothing can be done with a geology degree,think it will be too hard to pass,i enjoy studying evolution and the animals and fossils of the past.,"It is too rock based, other aspects of geology are glossed over too much, this also give the subject a boring negative stigma",,,,,,,,,,,,4,3,3,3,2,1,2,2,1,2,1,1,1,5,1,1,5,3,2,2,3,fossils. rock composition,art - pe - biology,
3/18/2021 11:19:31,I agree,16,Bolton council ,Female ,White British ,Gcse,10/7/04,None,Straight,No,Yes,No,,Yes,A Level,Trip to Lanzarote and I’ve always been interested in crystals and minerals and volcanoes and I loved geography at school ,Study of the earth and processes operating in and on and around it ,"Helps to sustainably extract, monitor, and observe earth and outside earth ",Yes,Distance from colleges that offer it ,Not taught in schools ,Lack of awareness of the subject compared to chemistry and geography for example ,"Taught in college, being at a volcanic sight ",Not being able to go on field trips ( covid ),,,,,,,,,,,,2,3,2,3,3,1,1,1,2,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,2,2,1,1,1,Mineralogy ,"Geology, geography art",
3/18/2021 11:20:18,I agree,16,Bolton,Male,White British,GCSE,2020,Christian,Straight,No,No,No,,Yes,"GCSE (or equiv), A Level",It looked interesting,The study of the earth and its features,"Study the earth, ground, rocks and minerals, fossils, volcanoes",Yes,Sometimes its confusing,People think that its just looking at rocks which they think is boring,,Its interesting to see how the world works,I like to do the practical things but covid has cancelled all the experiments so the theory is sometimes boring,,,,,,,,,,,,2,2,3,3,3,2,2,2,2,1,1,1,1,3,2,3,3,2,2,1,2,,"History, music, geology",
3/18/2021 11:28:56,I agree,16,Rochdale,Female,White British ,Gcse,June 2020,Atheist ,Straight,No,Yes,No,,Yes,A Level,Intrested in the earth,The study of the earths structure ,Study the Earth ,No,Uncertainty of career outcome,,,It’s very intresting,It’s not a common subject- not a huge amount of people know what it is,,,,,,,,,,,,2,3,5,5,5,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,4,1,5,5,1,1,1,1,Geography ,"Geology, biology and psychology ",
3/18/2021 11:48:19,I agree,21,,Female ,White British,A levels (soon to be a BSc),2018,No religion ,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"GCSE (or equiv), AS Level (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree",My love for outdoors combined with my passion for science ,"The study of pretty much everything! How the world works, grows and develops. ","Varies from job to job. Oil and gas exploration, resource mining, construction etc",No,Financial restrictions ,Access to the outdoors ,Teachers and their ability to teach geology in schools ,"Outdoorsy lives, chance to be out of the office",Feels like there isn’t enough graduate jobs in the geology field ,,,,,,,,,,,,2,4,4,4,2,2,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,5,1,1,5,2,2,1,3,Structural engineering ,"Geology, maths, PE",
3/18/2021 16:10:19,I agree,30,Bromley,Female,White Scottish,PhD,2017,None,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,Been in love with the subject since I was a toddler!,The study of the earth (and I often like to expand it to include any earth and environmental sciences...),Anything that relates to the study or working with the earth or environmental processes - but also arguably the human-earth-environment interface as well,Yes,Access to fieldwork,Understanding of career options,Lack of diversity in 'outdoor' or environmental subjects ,It's fascinating and links to almost everything else,It is full of old white men and can be exclusionary to anyone who doesn't identify as such,,,,,,,,,,,,2,3,1,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,2,2,1,1,1,,"Geology, geography, environmental science",
3/18/2021 18:25:23,I agree,50,,Female,White British,Bachelors,1993,No religion,Straight,No,No,No,,Yes,"GCSE (or equiv), Bachelors degree","I wanted to study a science that was on a human scale, where there were still things left to discover. And I liked rocks. ",The study of planetary processes and the results of those processes. ,Gathers evidence and carries out experiments to test a hypothesis. ,Yes,Being female. ,"Physical fitness and willingness to endure difficult, challenging or even harsh conditions on field trips. ",Being working class or not having access to academic capital.,"Geology is essential to so many facets of human life, from the understanding, protection from and mitigation of geophysical hazards, to improving mining and exploration practices, to mitigating and perhaps even reversing climate change. ","It's for big burly men who like climbing mountains and hitting things with hammers. Girls not welcome. People who love lab work and experimentation also not welcome (unless you're studying fossils you ripped from the earth with your own fingernails, of course). ",,,,,,,,,,,,2,2,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,3,1,1,1,"Ecology, soil science, remote sensing","Welsh, volcanology, history","The focus on field trips to the exclusion of all other avenues of scientific investigation is pernicious and extremely damaging, and it needs to be changed. Field trips are dangerous for women and other minorities, and impossible for many people with disabilities. And if you're not an 'outdoorsy' person, then they're just miserable and they put people off. There's just so much more to geology than going up a mountain and hitting it with a hammer. "
3/18/2021 19:22:26,I agree,23,Central Bedfordshire,Female,White British,Bachelors Degree,June 2020,Atheist,Heterosexual,No,Yes,Yes,Chronic Depression + OCD,Yes,"Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters)",Wanted to be a volcanologist,The study of the earth and all its natural processes,Understand how the earth works and the science behind it,Yes,Field work accessibility ,Seen as a 'old white man' career based on historical figures in the field,People think its just about studying rocks,Combines every science into one,Not a lot of diversity ,,,,,,,,,,,,3,4,1,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,2,2,2,3,2,2,1,2,,"Geology, English, Chemistry",More teaching of it at a level
3/18/2021 21:24:14,I agree,36,Not known,Male,British,Access to Higher Education Science Diploma,2019,None,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"GCSE (or equiv), Geography BSc",Fascination of geological processes,Natural processes of Terrestrial bodies creatively and destructively ,Study geological processes and materials,Yes,Ability in Mathematics,Ability in Physics,Any previous knowledge,"Interesting, important subject of how the Earth is created and changed. Still so many things to be discovered",n/a,,,,,,,,,,,,2,3,1,2,2,1,1,1,2,1,1,3,1,3,2,1,4,1,3,1,2,geography,"geology, geography, physics, geoscience, zoology",to be taught in secondary schools alongside geography
3/18/2021 21:51:38,I agree,43,Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council,Female ,White British,Bachelors degree,1998,Christian,Straight,Primary carer of child/ren under 18,Yes,No,,Yes,"A Level, Bachelors degree",I stumbled upon geology by accident at sixth form. I had wanted to study Spanish and History A' Levelsbbut there was a clash with the classes so my tutor suggested I try geology. I took the class and loved it.,Geology is the study of rock and minerals and the earth processes that have formed them.,Geologists study the rocks and earth features to determine how they were formed.,Yes,Course availability ,Awareness of it as a subject,Employment as a result of studying.,You get to travel to some amazing places.,"Its boring, rocks are boring.",,,,,,,,,,,,3,3,3,4,3,2,2,1,1,3,2,1,1,3,3,2,3,2,3,1,3,Structural geology,"History,  Chemistry, Geology",Teach it more at GCSE level.
3/19/2021 13:20:47,I agree,19,i live in belgium,Male,White,International Baccalaureate,2019,not religious,straight,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,Geology is concerned with rocks and the processes by which they change over time - more generally the processes and dynamics of the solid earth,"Studies chemical and physical features of rocks, and underlying processes which change them over time - as well as explaining concepts like mountains and plate tectonics",not necessarily clear why it is important to study geology,requires more scientific capabilities than geography for example - so people with such interests could be put off by these requirements,,I find it very interesting - particularly when going in the mountains to be able to identify types of rock and have a notion of how the mountains have formed,the cliche of the rock collector - can be a little boring if that isn't your thing,No,,"Yes, in fact I keep an eye out for geology modules, but none of these have been made available to do alongside a geography degree!",3,4,3,4,3,2,1,1,2,2,3,3,1,4,2,2,4,1,3,2,2,,"Geography, English, Biology",advertise it more! Not many people know about geology and its diverse applications
3/20/2021 11:38:06,I agree,20,Buckinghamshire,Female,"White, English",A level,2018,None,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,It was a good mixture of all of the sciences and I was interested to learn more about the planet which keeps me alive on a daily basis. ,The science behind the physical structures and processes associated with a planet. ,"Depends what sector, they can be involved in various environmental, engineering, exploration and other projects. Overall they study and report on the land/subsurface. ",Yes,"Not enough awareness about the subject at primary, secondary and sixth form/college levels.",People interests regarding the planet.,And the misconception that all geologist are associated with petroleum. ,Geology is vital in clean energy production. Geology is useful in ground water contamination assessments. ,I have none. Perhaps the associated industries are competitive and difficult to land a job in. ,,,,,,,,,,,,4,3,5,2,5,5,5,5,5,5,3,4,5,2,5,5,3,4,5,5,5,No,"Geology, Chemistry, mathematics ",Make it a more accessible subject! No schools in my catchment area offered it at GCSE or A-Alevel. 
3/20/2021 12:47:23,I agree,79,Buckinghamshire council,Female,Londoner,SRN SCM social worker ,1960  1980,None,Martied,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,Study of changes in environment and behavioural patterns,Research data publish findings,Education.. interest. Ability,,,Highlights the awareness of changes to public.,Purpose or positive ourcome,Yes,Chose other. unqualified ,,5,5,5,5,5,5,3,3,3,5,5,3,5,5,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,,Art,Introduce to early years 
3/20/2021 17:36:47,I agree,19,Warwickshire,female,white british,A-levels,March 2020,none,straight,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,the study of rocks,"study rocks- might include mapping geologies through ground surveying or remote sensing, managing and maintaining stone structures, and others",never came across it as a degree option,too specialist,other subjects I prefer,"very interesting with many applications, relevant, probably likely to get a job","too specialist and narrow (in terms of an undergrad degree), imagine it as not a very diverse subject e.g white, male dominated (this might not be true)",No,,"If it had been available as an A-level I doubt I would have chosen it because I would imagine it to be too narrow a subject which is often not preferable for university applications. Also, I did geography and chemistry so think this would've covered geology had I wanted to study it in the future. Then in terms of choosing an undergrad degree, I know that I would have chosen geography over geology because it is much broader and there would always be the option to study geology in the future if I particularly enjoyed this aspect of my degree whereas I'd feel that if I studied geology, I would have less choice if I didn't enjoy parts of it and it would be more restricting. And to be honest I was pretty sure that I wanted to study geography and couldn't imagine preferring another subject anyway. ",2,2,3,3,2,2,1,1,2,1,2,2,2,4,3,3,3,4,3,3,3,geography (which encompasses all the areas mentioned above),"geography, maths, english",diversify the discipline and advertise the wide range of areas that it encompasses including new jobs in sustainability and maintaining human built structures (though not 100% sure these are geology jobs). Perhaps need to advertise it its own broad discipline (I probably imagine it as a subtopic of geography instead of its own subject)
3/20/2021 23:41:26,I agree,28,South Oxfordshire District Council ,Male ,White British ,Masters ,2016,Agnostic ,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,Yes,Cerebral Palsy ,Yes,"Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters)",Interested in the subject after it was brought up in school geography classes ,Geology is the study of rocks and the processes that go on within the earth.,Study and test soil and rocks for numerous industries such as resources and construction.,Yes,Lack of awareness at school level.,"For disabled students, inaccessible fieldwork ",,Interesting subject ,"For a disabled student, poorly thought out fieldwork access can be disheartening.",,,,,,,,,,,,2,4,3,3,1,1,1,1,1,2,2,1,1,2,1,1,3,3,2,2,1,No,"Physics, geology, history ",Accessible fieldwork
3/22/2021 10:15:39,I agree,29,Birmingham City Council,Male,White,Ph. D.,2019,,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,No,,Yes,PhD,Enjoyment of the outdoors and a very enthusiastic GCSE/A-Level Geology Teacher. ,"The natural environment we see, experience, utilise and maintain, and the process responsible for creating such an environment.  ","Investigates any aspect of the above, be it through fieldwork (e.g., mapping, sampling, surveying), desk-based (e.g., graphically, process modelling, data manipulation/interpretation), or lab-based (e.g., experiments, microscopy)  procedures/investigations. ",No,1) False sense of being an ‘outdoor type’ person or requiring to undertake fieldwork.,"2) Cost/Funding (e.g., for fieldwork, suitable equipment for either field, lab or desk-based investigations).",,"The enthusiasm and passion of those who teach and promote geology as a science and/or career pathway. 

The sense of an understanding of the world in which we live, utilise and protect. ",That you have to be of the outdoor type and able to cope with harsh conditions.  ,,,,,,,,,,,,1,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,,"Geology, Chemistry. ","Broadening syllabuses/course content to cover aspects of geology that can be successfully investigated through means other than field-based investigation (e.g., lab or desk-based work - experiments, modelling, etc...). "
3/22/2021 11:17:56,I agree,46,Hertfordshire,female,white,PhD,2002,christian,heterosexual,Primary carer of child/ren under 18,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,the study of past environments through the rock record,"Many things - fieldwork, seismic and other remote methods interpretation, palaeontology of various types",not being a school subject,disconnect with geography curricula in school,,explains landscapes,narrow perceptions of valid time periods to study - the Quaternary is frequently disparaged,No,,"Not sure - I studied geography at A level and University and didn't even consider geology as an option. I went to Cambridge, where Geology was part of the natural sciences programme, so couldn't easily have swopped even if I had wanted to.",3,2,3,2,2,3,4,1,1,1,2,1,1,3,2,1,3,2,4,1,2,,I did art chemistry and geography at a level. I currently teach HE geography,focus on sustainability
3/22/2021 11:20:11,I agree,34,Camden,male,white british,PhD,2013,na,heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Bachelors degree,Interest in landscape and environment change - inc. climate change,"Study of earth's subsurface, structures, composition and processes. ","attempt to understand how the earth works, often to apply this knowledge to extract resources or understand the implications for the environment change",Yes,it is not taught at many schools ,"it is associated with oil, gas, coal extraction, activities which need to stop.",careers in geology aren't well known,without geology we wouldn't understand climate,it is lead by the extractive industries with poor environmental credentials,,,,,,,,,,,,1,1,1,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,3,4,1,4,2,4,1,1,,physics geography art,Outreach with school age pupils
3/22/2021 15:19:32,I agree,39,Merton,Male,White,PhD,2006,Atheist,Heterosexual,Co-carer of child/ren under 18,Yes,No,,Yes,"Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters), PhD",Exploring the outdoors and understanding the Earth around me. ,"The study of the entire Earth, from the core to the climate. ",Studies the Earth and how it operates. ,Yes,"It still is considered the study of rocks and oil, not climate change or the oceans. ",,,The final frontier of exploring what we live in. ,Oil and mining. ,,,,,,,,,,,,2,3,2,4,2,1,2,1,1,2,1,1,1,3,2,1,4,2,3,1,2,Predicting and understanding climate change,"Chemistry, Biology, History",Linking to climate change
3/22/2021 16:27:05,I agree,32,Oxford City Council,Female,British,PhD,2015,Christian,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters), PhD","It was one of my choices in first year, and I became interested in it ","A study of our planet, and how it has changed through millions of years","Many things, but focussing on studying / working with some aspect of our planetary system",Yes,Lack of awareness of the subject at school level,Lack of understanding of the relevance of the subject,,It can help us understand the world in which we live,It can be seen to focus on fossil fuels and mining,,,,,,,,,,,,2,2,2,3,2,2,1,1,2,1,2,1,1,3,2,1,4,2,3,1,2,,"Biology, History, Geography",Increased awareness
3/22/2021 16:54:54,I agree,37,Swansea City Council ,Female ,White welsh ,PhD,2011,None,,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"A Level, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters), PhD","Because I enjoyed (physical) geography GCSE and wanted to study it further. Also I was obsessed with dinosaurs/Jurassic Park as a kid, and loved volcanoes, and natural events such as tornadoes ","To me it’s much more than just the study of rocks. It’s at the interface of numerous scientific disciplines (biology, geography, physics, chemistry, ecology) and so doesn’t fit in as it’s own discipline at all. ","Answer questions relating not just to the history of the Earth, but to how discoveries from Earth history can be used towards modern challenges (ie climate change). Also look at our planet to understand processes on other extraterrestrial bodies. ",Yes,Fieldwork - accessibility to those who can’t perform fieldwork ,Funding - limited funding,"Jobs - limited jobs, especially in academia ",Everything! ,Lack of job opportunities ,,,,,,,,,,,,2,1,3,4,3,2,1,2,2,1,2,1,1,1,1,2,3,1,2,1,1,,"Geology (earth science), biology, geography ",
3/22/2021 16:56:06,I agree,26,Hampshire,Female,British,Masters of Research ,2017,Christian ,Straight,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters)",An interest in the outdoors and its multidisciplinary nature ,Geology is the study of the Earth and it's past inhabitants. ,Understand what the Earth is made of how how its components integrate with each other ,Yes,Field work fitness requirements ,Reputation for being dul ,Maths ,All rounded subject with a niche for everyone ,Involves being in the field 24/7 or working on an oil rig ,,,,,,,,,,,,3,2,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,2,1,3,4,3,1,2,,"Chemistry, Geography, English ",Experience in all different forms not just fieldwork such as geochemistry
3/22/2021 16:59:32,I agree,29,Guildford and Mole Valley,Male,British,PhD,2014,No religion,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"AS Level (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters), PhD","During a levels, 17yrs old. ",Applied physics and Chemistry to the study of the Earth and the solar system ,"research, fieldwork, mapping, consultation, prediction, analysis",Yes,Lack of geology representation in lower school (i.e. GCSE and below),Limited appreciation by the public of what geology is. ,Confusion of geology with geography by teachers/schools/public etc. ,"A ""cool"" science with planetary science, palaeontology and volcanology as the high profile attractions. ",Damaging the earth with oil and gas industries ,,,,,,,,,,,,1,4,2,3,2,2,2,1,1,1,2,1,1,3,2,1,3,1,2,1,1,"Minerals processing, mining, ore formation. Geochemical modelling, crystallography, petrology","Chemistry, Geography, Latin",Greater awareness of geology in early school curriculum 
3/22/2021 17:25:31,I agree,25,Birmingham City Council,Nonbinary,White,Masters,2018,Jewish,Asexual,No,No,No,,Yes,Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters),"I was interested in palaeontology, geochemistry and other applied aspects of it rather than the whole ""looking at rocks"" side - I'm interested in decoding how the earth works on long timescales, which implies needing to understand geology",The study of the rock/sediment portion of the earth system ,Study the properties and applications of the geosphere,Yes,"Exclusionary culture - need to fit in with the culture, which is exclusionary to anyone who isn't a white man who likes drinking and hiking",Focus on the field portion over  desk and lab based study,Making it sound exciting beyond looking at rocks,"It's the best way I know of to try and understand how the earth works and fits together. It's the closest I can get to time travel, and to looking at alien worlds. ","It's full of old white men who back the status quo because it supports them and refuse to change, and who seem to define geology very narrowly. The core of geology as it seems to be understood is practical and field-based, and even though I have a master's and half a PhD in geoscience, I don't have any of the key skills that most geologists would define as being necessary to call myself one (e.g. mapping) - so what am I? ",,,,,,,,,,,,3,3,2,4,4,2,1,1,1,2,3,1,1,3,5,3,4,4,4,1,3,,"Geography, maths, physics","Remove the focus on rocks and increase the focus on understanding the earth system as a whole, including emphasising climate, sustainability and tackling global challenges. "
3/22/2021 18:09:54,I agree,49,Cornwall,Male,White,Masters,2003,Christian,Hetero,No,Yes,No,,Yes,Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters),Interest and aptitude,The study of the earth,Lots of different things,Yes,Not widely taught,Not enough recognition in mainstream science,Often lumped in with geography,It is the root of all things on earth,Can be an old boys club,,,,,,,,,,,,2,3,4,4,5,5,5,5,5,5,4,5,5,4,5,5,4,5,4,5,5,,"Structural, Volcanic and engineering","Promotion into mainstream science, more publicity as a.cite science subject"
3/22/2021 20:16:40,I agree,54,Surrey,Female ,White British ,PhD,1990,C of E,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,No,,Yes,"GCSE (or equiv), A Level, Bachelors degree, PhD",Absolutely adore rocks,Study of the subsurface and past times from study of present day rock formations,Creates models of the subsurface and past times using data obtained from the study of rock formations ,Yes,Low oil price deeming poor chance of getting a job ,Inability to do independent mapping and field trips due to COVID-19,,Gives you opportunity to study a variety of things and understand he works around you ,None,,,,,,,,,,,,3,2,3,5,1,3,1,1,2,2,3,1,1,4,3,2,5,4,5,1,3,None ,"Chemistry, Biology, Physics ",More public awareness of the subject 
3/22/2021 20:56:56,I agree,25,Bristol City Council,Female,White,BSc,2018,None,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,"The study of the Earth and its systems/cycles as a whole, including plate tectonics, oceans and weather.","Studies the Earth, makes observations of how the land, ocean and weather interact, in order to understand how it is changing and predict how it might change in future.","Unfamiliarity, since it isn't normally a subject you can study at school",Lack of accessibility around some field trips,"Uncertainty about employment opportunities, not knowing what you can do with a geology degree","Important for understanding the environment that we depend on, exciting to work outdoors and have real-world practical work, studying something so tangible",Easier than other STEM subjects,Yes,"At school I didn't have the option to study it as a GCSE or A-level, so when it came to choosing something to study at university it didn't really occur to me. I just chose the subject I had most enjoyed studying at school. I think I also wanted to study something that would make me employable and that I thought other people would consider to be a difficult subject. If it had occurred to me that geology was an option, I might therefore still have chosen one of the more 'core' STEM subjects.",,1,2,3,4,4,1,1,1,3,1,1,2,1,4,3,3,4,5,3,1,1,,"Physics, German, Psychology",Bring it into schools
3/22/2021 23:15:57,I agree,67,Croydon Council ,Female ,Asian ,Bachelors Degree ,2003,Ismaili Muslim,Heterosexual ,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,Yes,A science relating to earth,Studies about earth ,Offered as a subject in school years ,Possible financial implications ,,"A creative subject, broadening knowledge and skills, outdoor activities, develops patience amongst many other things",None,No,,"Yes, I was most interested in learning about the earth ",3,3,2,3,3,3,3,2,2,2,2,2,2,3,3,3,3,3,3,2,2,,"Physical geography, music, English ","Offer this subject as part of  early childhood education, then into primary and secondary education "
3/23/2021 9:05:41,I agree,25,Slough,Female,White British,Masters,2017,Christian,Heterosexual,No,Yes,No,,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,"Study of Earth in deep time (pre-Quaternary), study of rocks on Earth and in space. ","Field mapping, GIS, geochemistry, (micro)palaeontology, oil and gas exploration",Not introduced as a subject in school commonly and the overlap between geology and geography is not really suggested.,Belief you need to be academically in strong in maths,Field trips / gear expensive & access to the outdoors at a young age,Important research for understanding deep time climate and evolution.,Hard to access until university level and then can be restricted by perceived entry requirements.,Yes,At a university open day I was told I would struggle with doing a geology or join honours geog-geol degree without A Level maths and/or physics so I stuck with Physical Geography. My study route though now means my research overlaps with areas of geology just on younger timescales so it all worked out in the end. ,,3,3,2,1,3,3,1,5,5,5,3,5,5,3,2,5,1,3,2,5,3,geochemistry,"Geography, Chemistry, History","Introduce geology more widely in schools so prospective students know what it is, and are less alienated by the subject and its requirements. "
3/23/2021 13:45:37,I agree,21,Suffolk county council,Female,White British ,Bachelor’s Degree ,June 2020,N/a,Prefer not to answer for a geology quiz,No,Yes,Yes,Dyslexia and dyspraxia ,No,,,,,,,,,,,No,Scientific study of Earth,Use sciences and maths to interpret and record data about the Earth,Where you live can influence your interest in nature (e.g. if you live in the city you’re arguably less likely to have access to outdoors/nature),Depends on school education. ,,I really liked learning in geography at school and I’m interested in the well-being of the planet.,N/a,No,,I think if it had been offered I would have chosen geology because I have an interest in sociology and I would have enjoyed making comparisons between the two subjects and whether they have impact on one another.,1,1,5,2,3,1,1,1,2,1,1,2,1,3,1,1,2,1,1,1,1,,"Art, English, French",(Covid notwithstanding) organise events where the public can meet up and learn interactively with experts to help improve learning
3/23/2021 16:36:28,I agree,33,Surrey County Council / Woking Borough Council (depending on service),Cisgender female,White,PhD,2014,None,Heterosexual,No,Yes,Yes,long-term illness,Yes,"Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters), PhD","Life long interest, in part stemming from family jobs in this field. ","The study of the Earth and other planetary bodies, their formation and their inherent processes","Research on/application of knowledge/skills to do with understanding Earth/planets, their formation/processes",Yes,Not knowing what geology is;,"Not seeing a ""useful""/real job after studying it;","Seeing it as intrinsically linked to ""dirty"" mining/petroleum industry;","A field where you can apply all types of science (chemistry, physics, biology, maths, computer) to understanding how the Earth and other planets work; interdisciplinary; the chance to work with ""real world"" materials; ",Boys club; negative links oil/petrochemicals industry,,,,,,,,,,,,2,2,2,2,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,2,1,3,2,1,1,1,History of the Earth; (geo)chemistry; evolution; ecology; climate science; past climate reconstructions; ,"History, chemistry, earth sciences (included within physical geography in my senior school)","Highlight the diversity of what studying and applying geology/earth sciences means. Depending on what you like, I feel like there is something for everyone in within this field, as it has a lot of subdisciplines where you can find overlap with almost everything. "
3/28/2021 23:43:51,I agree,48,,,,Phd,,,,,Yes,No,,Yes,"Bachelors degree, Masters degree (including Undergraduate Masters), PhD",Love for science. It’s breadth. ,Study of earth system,A wide range of things ,Yes,Not often taught.,Cost field courses,Physical fitness ,Fun,Na,,,,,,,,,,,,2,2,1,4,3,1,2,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,3,3,2,2,1,1,,Na,
4/9/2021 9:57:04,I agree,46,Amber Valley ,Female ,White,Batchelors degree,1996,None,Hetro ,Primary carer of child/ren under 18,Yes,Yes,Spondyloarthritis ,Yes,Bachelors degree,Found the subject intriguing ,Interpretation of how the earth works by rock and mineral identification and formation ,"Identify and Interpret rocks, minerals and rock formations ",Yes,Career prospects ,Field study requirements ,Costs,Embracing new technology to enhance research ,Presentation can be hard to digest ,,,,,,,,,,,,1,1,1,3,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,2,1,1,2,2,2,1,1,"Mapping, microscopy, laboratory techniques ","Photography, psychology, horticulture ","Associate it with current affairs of climate change eg Greta Thunberg, Extinction Rebellion"