The course exploits the geographer’s natural curiosity and concern about major contemporary issues. It is geography’s ability to integrate the study of the Earth’s places, peoples, environments and societies that makes it so relevant to the understanding of the increasingly inter-connected world in which we all live and work. At A Level, students will study both human and physical geography units of work, focusing on the interactions both within and between societies, economies, cultures and environments at a variety of scales. They will be taught to recognise the challenges of sustainability and the implications for their own and others’ lives. Fieldwork, involving both the individual and the group, is an important element of the course and all students are required to undertake four days of fieldwork. When studying the course, students have the opportunity to develop their skills in communication, data analysis, information technology, problem solving and working with others. They will undertake informed and critical questioning of data sources and learn how to communicate and evaluate their findings. Students’ literacy and numeracy will be developed during the course.
- Prospective students are expected to achieve grade 6 or above in GCSE Geography. It is not usually advisable for students who have not studied the subject at GCSE to opt for it at A Level, but candidates may be considered. In such cases, the student is advised to consult the Curriculum Leader. - 5 or more GCSE grades 5 - 9 (or equivalent), all of which must be full GCSE courses.
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Bracknell Forest |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Ranelagh Drive, Bracknell, RG12 9DA |
The course exploits the geographer’s natural curiosity and concern about major contemporary issues. It is geography’s ability to integrate the study of the Earth’s places, peoples, environments and societies that makes it so relevant to the understanding of the increasingly inter-connected world in which we all live and work. At A Level, students will study both human and physical geography units of work, focusing on the interactions both within and between societies, economies, cultures and environments at a variety of scales. They will be taught to recognise the challenges of sustainability and the implications for their own and others’ lives. Fieldwork, involving both the individual and the group, is an important element of the course and all students are required to undertake four days of fieldwork. When studying the course, students have the opportunity to develop their skills in communication, data analysis, information technology, problem solving and working with others. They will undertake informed and critical questioning of data sources and learn how to communicate and evaluate their findings. Students’ literacy and numeracy will be developed during the course.
- Prospective students are expected to achieve grade 6 or above in GCSE Geography. It is not usually advisable for students who have not studied the subject at GCSE to opt for it at A Level, but candidates may be considered. In such cases, the student is advised to consult the Curriculum Leader. - 5 or more GCSE grades 5 - 9 (or equivalent), all of which must be full GCSE courses.