Course information
Geography
St Paul's School for Girls - Birmingham
01214540895
Vernon Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham, B16 9SL
Course summary

A Level Geography is a two year course which serves to excite minds, challenge perceptions and stimulate investigative and analytical skills. A Level Geography is both familiar and relevant: it revisits some of the concepts covered in GCSE Geography and units are designed to be contemporary and reflect the world today. The study of A Level Geography deepens understanding of the world in which we live whilst also preparing students with the knowledge, skills and enthusiasm sought by higher education and employers. With A Level Geography the possibilities are truly endless. There are a wide range of universities who see Geography as extremely valuable not just for your grade, but the transferable skills you develop which cross over with Biology and English to name a few. It can help you move into a wide variety of future careers; Travel, Leisure and Culture, Environment and Sustainability, Development and Global issues, Physical systems (e.g. Coastal Engineer, Hydrologist) as well as the future of technological Geographical techniques (e.g. GIS specialist).

Entry requirements

Grade 6 and above in Geography. Grades 5 in both English and Maths

How you'll be assessed

Geographical Investigation Students have the opportunity to choose an area of Geography which they find interesting and create their own independent investigation. In preparation for this, students will experience 4 days in the field, covering both Human and Physical content and training in a range of data collection techniques. The write up, of which, is 3,000-4,000 words and equates to 20% of the A-level.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionWest Midlands
Local AuthorityBirmingham
Ofsted RatingOutstanding
Gender TypeGirls
AddressVernon Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham, B16 9SL