Geography

Course summary

A course for students with an interest in current affairs, the environment, enjoyment of travel and finding out about new people, places, landscapes and events. A level geography is a good option for students who are considering studying either science or social science subjects as the syllabus includes both physical and human geography. Geography is classified into four core themes: Dynamic Planet • Tectonic Processes and Hazards • Coastal Landscapes & Change Dynamic Places • Globalisation • Regenerating Places Political Systems and Sustainability • The Water Cycle and Water Insecurity • The Carbon Cycle and Energy Security Human Systems and Geopolitics • Superpowers • Global Development and Connections • Health, Human Rights & Intervention • Migration, Identity & Sovereignty In Year 12 you study at least one core physical geography theme and one core human geography theme. In Year 13 you study aspects of all four themes.