A Level Geography

Course summary

Geography is the study of places and the relationships between people and their environments. Geographers explore both the physical properties of Earth’s surface and the human societies spread across it. They also examine how human culture interacts with the natural environment, and the way that locations and places can have an impact on people. What you will study: Paper 1: Tectonics, Coastal landscapes, Globalisation, Regenerating Places. Paper 2: Superpowers, The Water Cycle and Energy security, The carbon cycle, Migration and identity. Paper 3: A synoptic skills based paper. Paper 4: Independent coursework. Skills you will gain: Geography is a multi-skilled subject bringing together science and humanities. You will develop skills of literacy, numeracy especially statistical methods, application of knowledge, analysis, evaluation and critical thinking. You will learn quantitative and qualitative research skills. Career Paths: Cartographer, Environmental consultant, Town planner, Geographical information systems officer, Conservation officer, Recycling officer, Landscape architect, Teacher/lecturer. Please note: There will be four days of field work, two in Year 12 and two in Year 13. Geography is an enabling subject and therefore is rated highly by universities as students develop a vast range of skills.