Geography
Hanley Castle High School - Worcestershire
01684593241
Church End, Hanley Castle, Worcester, WR8 0BL
Course summary

The course aims to enable students to become global citizens of the future, allowing them to view the world from a variety of perspectives. Students will develop a range of geographical skills such as evaluation and analysis through an array of topical issues, encompassing both the human and physical elements of geography. This will provide the opportunity for students to develop informed opinions and make decisions based on a sound platform of knowledge. Geography is recognized as an important academic subject by all places of work and higher education institutions. Students will develop a range of transferable skills relevant to a variety of professional vocations. Areas of further study or professions with a specific geographical focus could include: Meteorology, GIS, Town Planning, Conservation, Cartography, and Surveying; any area where the ability to analyze and interpret information is held in high regard.

Entry requirements

Our general Sixth Form entry requirement is 5 GCSEs at grades 4 - 9. A minimum of Grade 6 in GCSE Geography is preferred. It is not essential to have studied GCSE Geography but it is highly recommended, and the student should demonstrate an enthusiasm and motivation to succeed in Geography.

How you'll be assessed

Paper 1 • Tectonic processes and hazards • Glaciated landscapes and change • Water cycle and insecurity • Carbon cycle and energy security 2 hr 15 min exam (30%) 105 marks Paper 2 • Globalisation • Shaping places • Superpowers and health • Human rights and intervention 2 hr 15 min exam (30%) 105 marks Paper 3 Synoptic paper • Players • Attitudes and actions • Futures and uncertainties 2 hr 15min exam (20%) 60 marks Paper 4 • Coursework (fieldwork investigation) • Residential trip to Snowdonia 3000-4000 words (20%) 70 marks

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionWest Midlands
Local AuthorityWorcestershire
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressChurch End, Hanley Castle, Worcester, WR8 0BL