Why study Geography? The specification is designed to address a wide range of contemporary themes and issues, so students can understand the world around us and what could impact its future. Understanding of the interdependence of Earth's human and physical systems is important for young people who are going to be future decision-makers in the world. There has never been a better or more important time to study geography. Geography helps you to make sense of the world around you. We cover the key ideas and debates in our world today, such as climate change, globalisation, urban regeneration and management of the world's resources. Students will explore a range of issues and examine potential solutions to them. There are 4 compulsory days of coursework required to study this course What will you study? Area of study 1 ‐Dynamic landscapes This unit will include study on: 1. Tectonic processes and Hazards 2. Landscape processes and change- Either Glaciated or Coastal Landscapes Area of study 2 ‐ Dynamic Places This unit will include study on: 3. Globalisation 4. Shaping Places - Regenerating Places or Diverse Places plus a minimum of 1 day of human geography fieldwork Area of study 3- Physical systems and sustainability This unit will include study on: 5. The water cycle and water insecurity 6. The carbon cycle and energy security 7. Climate change futures Area of study 4 ‐ Human systems and geopolitics This unit will include study on: 8. Superpowers 9. Global Development and Connections Either Health, Human Rights and Intervention or Migration, Identity and Sovereignty What will Geography offer you in the future? Geography offers a host of career opportunities with a broad range of careers open to a geographer. You could seek work in the private or public sector or in a non-governmental organisation or charity, specialising in an area connected to housing, property, land management, the environment or international development. Employment can focus around either Human or Physical Geography such as Meteorology, Data Collectors, Climatology, Logistics manager, Global Warming Researcher, Teaching, Seismologist, Volcanologist, Lecturer, Human Resources, Travel Industry and many more. Geography suits a multitude of future pathways from apprenticeships, employment, college or university, the world is open to you.
How will you be assessed? Paper 1, 30% of qualification - Assessment of Dynamic Landscapes and Physical Systems and Sustainability. 2 hours 15 minutes. 105 marks Paper 2, 30% of qualification - Assessment of Dynamic Places and Human Systems and Geopolitics. 2 hours 15 minutes. 105 marks Paper 3, 20% of qualification - Synoptic investigation of a contemporary geographical issue. 2 hours 15 minutes. 70 marks Coursework, 20% of the qualification- A level Independent Investigation. Internally assessed and externally moderated. Written report of 3000 – 4000 words. 70 marks
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Medway |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Boys |
| Address | Holcombe, Maidstone Road, Chatham, ME4 6JB |
Why study Geography? The specification is designed to address a wide range of contemporary themes and issues, so students can understand the world around us and what could impact its future. Understanding of the interdependence of Earth's human and physical systems is important for young people who are going to be future decision-makers in the world. There has never been a better or more important time to study geography. Geography helps you to make sense of the world around you. We cover the key ideas and debates in our world today, such as climate change, globalisation, urban regeneration and management of the world's resources. Students will explore a range of issues and examine potential solutions to them. There are 4 compulsory days of coursework required to study this course What will you study? Area of study 1 ‐Dynamic landscapes This unit will include study on: 1. Tectonic processes and Hazards 2. Landscape processes and change- Either Glaciated or Coastal Landscapes Area of study 2 ‐ Dynamic Places This unit will include study on: 3. Globalisation 4. Shaping Places - Regenerating Places or Diverse Places plus a minimum of 1 day of human geography fieldwork Area of study 3- Physical systems and sustainability This unit will include study on: 5. The water cycle and water insecurity 6. The carbon cycle and energy security 7. Climate change futures Area of study 4 ‐ Human systems and geopolitics This unit will include study on: 8. Superpowers 9. Global Development and Connections Either Health, Human Rights and Intervention or Migration, Identity and Sovereignty What will Geography offer you in the future? Geography offers a host of career opportunities with a broad range of careers open to a geographer. You could seek work in the private or public sector or in a non-governmental organisation or charity, specialising in an area connected to housing, property, land management, the environment or international development. Employment can focus around either Human or Physical Geography such as Meteorology, Data Collectors, Climatology, Logistics manager, Global Warming Researcher, Teaching, Seismologist, Volcanologist, Lecturer, Human Resources, Travel Industry and many more. Geography suits a multitude of future pathways from apprenticeships, employment, college or university, the world is open to you.
How will you be assessed? Paper 1, 30% of qualification - Assessment of Dynamic Landscapes and Physical Systems and Sustainability. 2 hours 15 minutes. 105 marks Paper 2, 30% of qualification - Assessment of Dynamic Places and Human Systems and Geopolitics. 2 hours 15 minutes. 105 marks Paper 3, 20% of qualification - Synoptic investigation of a contemporary geographical issue. 2 hours 15 minutes. 70 marks Coursework, 20% of the qualification- A level Independent Investigation. Internally assessed and externally moderated. Written report of 3000 – 4000 words. 70 marks
