The A level Geography course investigates many of the complex issues facing the world and its people in the 21st Century. Students explore a wide range of topics such as climate change, globalisation, urban regeneration and management of global systems. Geography will appeal to students who are interested in the world’s places, people and environments. The course allows students to think independently, explore global and local issues in depth and develop research and fieldwork skills.
Students should achieve a minimum of five GCSEs Grade 4-9, this must include Maths and English Language or Literature. In addition, GCSE Grade 6 is desired in the subject areas chosen to study at A level, however, Grade 5 will be considered in certain circumstances. This will be considered on a case by case basis.
There are two written examinations in Geography which are both two and a half hours long. Paper One examines Physical Geography with a mix of short answer, data response and essay style questions. Paper Two examines Human Geography with a mix of short answer, data response and essay style questions. Each examination forms 40% of the final grade. The remaining 20% is from the Independent Investigation which is a 3,000 - 4,000 words personal fieldwork assignment.
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| Region | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Local Authority | Leeds |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Fieldhead Road, Guiseley, Leeds, LS20 8DT |
The A level Geography course investigates many of the complex issues facing the world and its people in the 21st Century. Students explore a wide range of topics such as climate change, globalisation, urban regeneration and management of global systems. Geography will appeal to students who are interested in the world’s places, people and environments. The course allows students to think independently, explore global and local issues in depth and develop research and fieldwork skills.
Students should achieve a minimum of five GCSEs Grade 4-9, this must include Maths and English Language or Literature. In addition, GCSE Grade 6 is desired in the subject areas chosen to study at A level, however, Grade 5 will be considered in certain circumstances. This will be considered on a case by case basis.
There are two written examinations in Geography which are both two and a half hours long. Paper One examines Physical Geography with a mix of short answer, data response and essay style questions. Paper Two examines Human Geography with a mix of short answer, data response and essay style questions. Each examination forms 40% of the final grade. The remaining 20% is from the Independent Investigation which is a 3,000 - 4,000 words personal fieldwork assignment.