Geography
Course summary
The world is constantly changing and evolving. A level Geography gives you the chance to understand these processes and investigate some of the major issues facing the planet. You will learn to question what is happening around you, forming your own opinions. Fieldwork and independent learning are key components of this modern, forward-thinking course. The Edexcel A level course is engaging and uses a contemporary issues-based approach enabling students to explore and evaluate geographical questions and pressing issues of the 21st Century whilst providing a course where all students have the chance to succeed. Students will be required to have confidence in geographical skills and fieldwork coupled with a holistic understanding of geography. The A level course consists of 3 papers and an Independent Geographical Investigation.
Entry Requirements
Checked against your grades — every rule traces to the school's published source.
| Requirement | Rule | You |
|---|---|---|
GCSE qualifications | 6 gcse qualifications at grade 6.0 or above | — |
Mathematics | Grade 5 in Mathematics | — |
English Language | Grade 5 in English Language | — |
Geography | Grade 6 in Geography | — |
English Language | Grade 6 in English Language | — |
As published by the school
6 GCSEs at grade 6+ including a grade 6 in English Language and Mathematics. In addition, all courses have specific GCSE entry requirements which are stated in the course description for each subject.
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Assessment
Unit 1 • Tectonic processes and hazards • The water cycle and water insecurity • The carbon cycle and energy security • Coastal landscapes and change Unit 2 • Globalisation • Superpowers • Regenerating places and diverse places • Health, human and intervention Unit 3 • Players • Attitudes and actions • Futures and uncertainties Unit 4 is an Independent Investigation. Students have to define a question or topic and undertake a written report of 3000-4000 words using both qualitative and quantitative data.
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