A Level Geography Content Physical Geography • Water and carbon cycles, Coastal systems and landscapes, Hazards. Human Geography • Global systems and global governance, • Changing places, • Contemporary urban environments. Geography Investigation and skills • Fieldwork and skills 6 Good Reasons for Studying A-Level Geography: • Geography stimulates an interest in, and wonder of, the world around us. • Geography develops the ability to combine scientific principles with economic awareness, environmental concern and an appreciation and tolerance of people’s attitudes and values as well as historical and political aspects of our planet. • Our USP is that no other subject incorporates these factors • Geography combines well with other subjects develops key skills and makes you more employable. • Geography relates to real-life problems and helps develop; an understanding of current events and issues such as Environmental change, Global Interdependence, Sustainability, and Cultural Understanding. • Geography gives you practical experience working outside of the classroom by doing fieldwork and develops teamwork skills. • We will provide a variety of learning experiences; there will be opportunities for developing ICT skills, group work and geographical enquiry. • We expect students to complete essential reading and note-taking in their own time; and we will encourage you to keep an eye on newspapers and relevant T.V. programmes, as well as search the web for relevant and up-to-date information. • Fieldwork and investigation are important parts of the course. You will undertake residential fieldwork in the UK. Geographical skills are continually developed and assessed at A Level.\