Geography
Cheney School - Oxfordshire
01865765726
Cheney Lane, Headington, Oxford, OX3 7QH
Course summary

Geography is the study of the Earth’s people, landscapes and environments. Geography is one of the most wide-ranging and diverse subjects and is unique in bridging the social sciences (Human Geography) with the natural sciences (Physical Geography). You will engage critically with real-world issues and places and apply your own geographical knowledge, understanding and skills to make sense of the world around you.

Entry requirements

Grade 6 in Geography or a Humanities subject, and grade 5 in English Literature.

How you'll be assessed

• Paper 1: 2 hour exam (30%) Dynamic Landscapes • Paper 2: 2 hour exam (30%) Landscape Systems, Processes and Change • Paper 3: 1hr 45mins exam (20%) Physical Systems and Sustainability • Coursework: Independent Investigation (20%) Written report of 3,000–4,000 words Four-day residential field trip to South Wales. This is a requirement of the Geography Specification and we anticipate the trip costing approximately £300. (Bursary students can request support from the Bursary Fund.)

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityOxfordshire
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressCheney Lane, Headington, Oxford, OX3 7QH