Course information
Geography
Christopher Whitehead Language College - Worcestershire
01905423906
Bromwich Road, St John's, Worcester, WR2 4AF
Course summary

A-level Geography is a mixture of human and physical geography and includes the following topics: • Glaciated Landscapes and Change • Tectonics Processes and Hazards • The Water Cycle and Water Insecurity • The Carbon Cycle and Energy Insecurity • Regenerating Places • Globalization • Superpowers • Health, Human Rights and Intervention • Geographical Investigation: Fieldwork is essential and will include a residential trip Module titles: • Physical Geography • Human Geography • Skills and Synopticity • Non-examined Assessment (NEA)

Entry requirements

Grade 6 in GCSE Geography is desirable (Grade 5 in GCSE Geography will be considered on an individual basis). Grade 4 or above in GCSE Mathematics. Grade 5 or above in GCSE English Literature and/or Language.

How you'll be assessed

Physical Geography: 2 hour 15 minutes written exam, 30% of A-level grade Human Geography: 2 hour 15 minutes written exam, 30% of A-level grade Skills and Synopticity: 2 hours 15 minutes written exam, 20% of A-level grade Non-examined Assessment (NEA): The student will produce a written report of 3000–4000 words, 20% of A-level grade

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionWest Midlands
Local AuthorityWorcestershire
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressBromwich Road, St John's, Worcester, WR2 4AF