Geography
Course Title:
A-Level Geography
Type:
A Level
Entry Requirements:
Students will need to have obtained at least 5 Grade 5s or above, including English and Maths. Plus, subject specific criteria for each intended subject at A Level:
Geography – at least a grade 6 at GCSE
English – at least a grade 6 at GCSE
About:
Geography is a great choice if you are looking to further your understanding of the world around you and your place in it. Students will study both Human and Physical geography and will have dedicated lessons for each.
Physical Geography
- Tectonic Processes and Hazards
- Costal Landscapes and Change
- The Water Cycle and Water Insecurity
- The Carbon Cycle and Energy security
Human Geography
- Globalisation
- Regenerating places
- Superpowers
- Health and Human Rights
Assessment:
Three exam papers will be sat at the end of the two-year course. Students will also complete a piece of coursework which investigates a part of the course that interests them.
What Students Say:
“The course gave me the opportunity to study brand new topics as well as the chance to deepen my understanding of GCSE topics”
“A Level Geography links with so many different careers”
“I really enjoyed completing coursework because it allowed me to focus on the topics I was particularly interested in”