There has never been a better or more important time to study A-level Geography. Dealing with vital issues such as climate change, migration, environmental degradation, social issues, and natural hazards. A level Geography is one of the most relevant subjects you could choose to study. The world we live in is changing rapidly. Geography allows you to see how and why it is changing. Our overall goal is to give students a better understanding of, and a lasting interest in, the world around us. It can enhance communication skills, literacy and numeracy, IT literacy, spatial awareness, teamwork, problem-solving, and environmental awareness. Geography is a diverse and engaging subject that covers issues relevant to our world today. A range of technologies is used for areas such as fieldwork which can be undertaken in any area of the specification content. The specification embraces contemporary Geography whilst retaining key elements of traditional Geography. The subject content follows an ‘issues and impacts’ approach throughout. It has a developmental structure that helps to facilitate progression through the course and beyond to link with the demands of higher-level study. Fieldwork and trips play an integral part of the course and the coursework (NEA) is usually based on the fieldwork that is undertaken during the course. This usually involves trips to both physical and human environments.
You must have achieved 5 passes including mathematics and English, where a pass is defined as GCSE 9-4 and pass or better at level 2 BTEC.
All modules are assessed at the end of Year 13. The two terminal exams are worth 120 marks. The fieldwork investigation, which is completed in Year 13, is worth 60 marks. Two written papers each lasting 2 hours and 30 minutes and worth 120 marks each (40% of the A Level). Additionally, students complete an individual investigation which must include data collected in the field. The investigation will be worth 60 marks (20% of the A Level). Paper 1: Physical Geography lasts 2 hours 30 mins, counts for 40%. This paper covers the main physical geography topics - Water and Carbon Cycles, Coastal Systems and Landscapes and Hazards. Paper 2: Human Geography lasts 2 hours 30 mins, counts for 40%. This paper covers the main human geography topics - Changing Places, Population and the environment and Global Systems and Global Governance. Geography Fieldwork Investigation An investigative project which counts for 20%, in which you define a question or issue to investigate, carry out the fieldwork , and write a report of 3000-4000 words showing independent analysis, evaluation of data, presentation of data findings and extended writing. Throughout the course, there will be continuous assessment through the Praising Stars Assessment Cycle. These will be a combination of teacher-set exams and past exam papers.
About Education Provider
| Region | East Midlands |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Valley Road, Worksop, S81 7EN |
There has never been a better or more important time to study A-level Geography. Dealing with vital issues such as climate change, migration, environmental degradation, social issues, and natural hazards. A level Geography is one of the most relevant subjects you could choose to study. The world we live in is changing rapidly. Geography allows you to see how and why it is changing. Our overall goal is to give students a better understanding of, and a lasting interest in, the world around us. It can enhance communication skills, literacy and numeracy, IT literacy, spatial awareness, teamwork, problem-solving, and environmental awareness. Geography is a diverse and engaging subject that covers issues relevant to our world today. A range of technologies is used for areas such as fieldwork which can be undertaken in any area of the specification content. The specification embraces contemporary Geography whilst retaining key elements of traditional Geography. The subject content follows an ‘issues and impacts’ approach throughout. It has a developmental structure that helps to facilitate progression through the course and beyond to link with the demands of higher-level study. Fieldwork and trips play an integral part of the course and the coursework (NEA) is usually based on the fieldwork that is undertaken during the course. This usually involves trips to both physical and human environments.
You must have achieved 5 passes including mathematics and English, where a pass is defined as GCSE 9-4 and pass or better at level 2 BTEC.
All modules are assessed at the end of Year 13. The two terminal exams are worth 120 marks. The fieldwork investigation, which is completed in Year 13, is worth 60 marks. Two written papers each lasting 2 hours and 30 minutes and worth 120 marks each (40% of the A Level). Additionally, students complete an individual investigation which must include data collected in the field. The investigation will be worth 60 marks (20% of the A Level). Paper 1: Physical Geography lasts 2 hours 30 mins, counts for 40%. This paper covers the main physical geography topics - Water and Carbon Cycles, Coastal Systems and Landscapes and Hazards. Paper 2: Human Geography lasts 2 hours 30 mins, counts for 40%. This paper covers the main human geography topics - Changing Places, Population and the environment and Global Systems and Global Governance. Geography Fieldwork Investigation An investigative project which counts for 20%, in which you define a question or issue to investigate, carry out the fieldwork , and write a report of 3000-4000 words showing independent analysis, evaluation of data, presentation of data findings and extended writing. Throughout the course, there will be continuous assessment through the Praising Stars Assessment Cycle. These will be a combination of teacher-set exams and past exam papers.
