Geography
All Saints' Catholic Voluntary Academy - Nottinghamshire
01623474700
Broomhill Lane, Mansfield, NG19 6BW
Course summary

Year 1:- Physical Geography – Tectonic Hazards, Coastal Landscapes, Human Geography – Globalisation, Regenerating Places. Year 2:- Physical Geography - Water Cycle and Insecurity, Carbon Cycle and Energy Security, Human Geography - Superpowers, Health, Human Rights and Intervention, Fieldwork and Coursework in Devon, Synoptic Issues. Students will learn about key geographical ideas and theories from Physical and Human Geography in Y12 and then learn how to apply them to real world situations throughout Y13. Students will also learn fieldwork and organisational skills when completing the coursework paper at the beginning of Y13.

Entry requirements

English - 5, Maths - 5, 3 additional Grade 4's

How you'll be assessed

Paper 1 - 30% marks-Physical Geography. Paper 2 – 30% marks-Human Geography. Paper 3 – 20% marks-Issues Analysis – Exam questions on a booklet of new information about geographical issues raised by topics from Papers 1 and 2. Paper 4 – 20% marks-Coursework – 3000-4000 word report based on fieldwork undertaken during the course. Students must complete at least four days fieldwork to meet exam board requirements.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionEast Midlands
Local AuthorityNottinghamshire
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressBroomhill Lane, Mansfield, NG19 6BW