Geography
Sir Joseph Williamson's Mathematical School - Medway
01634844008
Maidstone Road, Rochester, ME1 3EL
Course summary

Qualification code 60184176 A-Level Geography will study these topics in Year 12: Area ofstudy 1: Dynamic Landscapes Tectonic Processes and Hazards Why are some locationsmore at risk from tectonic hazards? Why do some tectonic hazards develop into disasters? How successful is the management of tectonic hazards and disasters? Landscape Systems, Processes and Change: Coastal Landscapes and Change Why are coastal landscapes different and what processes cause these differences? How do characteristic coastal landforms contribute to coastal landscapes? How do coastal erosion and sea level change alter the physical characteristics of coastlines and increase risks? How can coastlines be managed to meet the needs of all players? Globalisation What are the causes of globalisation and why hasit accelerated in recent decades? What are the impacts of globalisation for countries, different groups of people and cultures? What are the consequences of globalisation for global development and how should different playersrespond to its challenges? Shaping Places: Regenerating Places How and why do places vary? Why is regeneration needed? How is regeneration managed? How successful is regeneration? A-Level Geography will study these topicsin Year 13: The Water Cycle and Water Insecurity What are the processes operating within the hydrological cycle from global to local scale? What factorsinfluence the hydrological system over short- and long-term timescales? How does water insecurity occur and why is it becoming such a global issue for the 21st century? The Carbon Cycle and Energy Security How does the carbon cycle operate to maintain planetary health? How has demand for energy caused significant changesto the carbon stores and fluxes? How are the carbon and water cycleslinked to the global climate system? Superpowers What are superpowers and how have they changed over time? What are the impacts of superpowers on the global economy, political systems and the environment? What spheres of influence are contested by superpowers and what are the implications of this? What are superpowers and how have they changed over time? Global Development and Connections: Migration, Identity and Sovereignty What are the impacts of globalisation on international migration? How are nation states defined and how have they evolved in a globalising world? What are the impacts of global organisations on managing global issues and conflicts? What are the threats to national sovereignty in a more globalised world?

Entry requirements

Grade 6 or higher in GCSE Geography Five GCSE grades at 5 or higher, including a 5 for English and Mathematics An average GCSE points score of 5.5, or better if studying 3 A Levels or 8.0, or better if studying 4 A Levels

How you'll be assessed

3 examinations: Paper 1 (30%), Paper 2 (30%), and Paper 3 (20%) 1 coursework (Non-Examined Assessment) (20%)

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityMedway
Ofsted RatingOutstanding
Gender TypeBoys
AddressMaidstone Road, Rochester, ME1 3EL