The course provides an opportunity for students to develop a deeper appreciation and understanding of the world in which we live. The A Level course is designed to promote a balanced view of modern Geography, which is concerned with examining patterns in the landscape and the recurrent processes contributing to them. The course also allows students to examine current global issues, and global governance and develop their investigative skills through field inquiry.
A Grade 5 or above in Geography GCSE as well as a Grade 5 in GCSE English and Maths
Unit 1: Physical geography - Water and carbon cycles, Coasts and Hazards - 2 hours 30 minutes 40% Unit 2: Human Geography - Global systems and governance, Changing Places and Contemporary urban environment - 2 hours 30 minutes 40% Unit 3: Geographical Investigation - Involves a residential field trip to Slapton Sands, South Devon which results in a 3,000 to 4,000-word individual investigation - 20%
About Education Provider
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Cider Mill Lane, Chipping Campden, GL55 6HU |
The course provides an opportunity for students to develop a deeper appreciation and understanding of the world in which we live. The A Level course is designed to promote a balanced view of modern Geography, which is concerned with examining patterns in the landscape and the recurrent processes contributing to them. The course also allows students to examine current global issues, and global governance and develop their investigative skills through field inquiry.
A Grade 5 or above in Geography GCSE as well as a Grade 5 in GCSE English and Maths
Unit 1: Physical geography - Water and carbon cycles, Coasts and Hazards - 2 hours 30 minutes 40% Unit 2: Human Geography - Global systems and governance, Changing Places and Contemporary urban environment - 2 hours 30 minutes 40% Unit 3: Geographical Investigation - Involves a residential field trip to Slapton Sands, South Devon which results in a 3,000 to 4,000-word individual investigation - 20%