Geography A Level

Course summary

Studying geography will prepare you for many forms of employment as well as further study. Studying geography enables students to be inspired by their geographical understanding, to engage critically with real work issues and places and to apply their geographical skills and theory to the world around them. Students will grow as independent thinkers and informed and engaged citizens, who understand their role and importance of geography as one of the key disciplines relevant to understanding the world’s changing peoples, places and environments. In Year 12, you will study the following topics: Globalisation Regenerating Places Tectonic Processes and Hazards Coastal landscapes and Change In Year 13, you will study the following topics: Superpowers Migration, Sovereignty and Identity The Water Cycle and Water Insecurity The Carbon Cycle and Energy Security There is also a third paper that you sit which is a synoptic paper based on the themes of players, attitudes and actions, futures and uncertainties. This draws on knowledge from each of the topics. Coursework is completed in Year 13 and this independent investigation makes up 20% of your final grade.