Geography
Cardinal Hume Catholic School, Gateshead - Gateshead
01914877638
Old Durham Road, Beacon Lough, Gateshead, NE9 6RZ
Course summary

Studying Geography in the Sixth Form will give you the opportunity to explore the world around you and develop a greater understanding of the Physical, Environmental and Economic aspects of the planet you live on. The course will equip you with valuable skills that you can use at University or to enter the world of work. Geography is a good general subject which complements Science and Arts subjects. It is a good A-level for those interested in careers in Geography, Geomatics, Earth Science, Town Planning, Logistics, Surveying and many more. It is very popular amongst universities and employers as students can demonstrate a wide variety of transferable skills. A level of Geography at Cardinal Hume Catholic School comprises four areas of study: Dynamic Landscapes (Year 12) Dynamic Places (Year 12) Physical Systems and Sustainability (Year 13) Human Systems and Geopolitics. (Year 13) Dynamic Landscapes Topic 1: Tectonic Processes and Hazards Topic 2: Landscape Systems, Processes and Change – Glaciated Landscapes and Change Physical Systems and Sustainability Topic 5: The Water Cycle and Water Insecurity Topic 6: The Carbon Cycle and Energy Security Dynamic Places Topic 3: Globalisation Topic 4: Shaping Places – Regenerating Places. Human Systems and Geopolitics Topic 7: Superpowers Topic 8: Global Development and Connections – Health, Human Rights and Intervention.

Entry requirements

GCSE English Language at 4 or above with 4 other GCSEs or equivalent at 4 or above.

How you'll be assessed

Paper 1 – 2hr 15 mins – 30%. Paper 2 – 2hr 15mins – 30%. Paper 3 – 2hr 15mins – 20%. Fieldwork Investigation – 20% – 3000-4000 words.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionNorth East
Local AuthorityGateshead
Ofsted RatingOutstanding
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressOld Durham Road, Beacon Lough, Gateshead, NE9 6RZ