The study of Geography A Level aims to inspire a sense of enquiry and appreciation of the environment in which we live. Through a detailed study and informed analysis of our surroundings the human impact can be assessed, and our interaction with the physical environment understood. The beauty of the discipline is its contemporary nature and its diversity. Individuals who are interested in both artistic and the more scientific subjects are usually the ones who really excel in Geography. The discipline relies upon sound reasoning and promotes the development of a wide range of skills as well as numeracy and literacy. Each year the Geography Department goes on interesting trips, local, national and abroad, most recently to Sicily and Barcelona. We collect data through travel and invite outside speakers to Emanuel who share their insights on the subject. Emanuel’s sixth form geographers are expected to regularly attend lectures at the Royal Geographic Society of which the department is a member, as well as the Wimbledon Geographical Association.
In general, a 7 at GCSE is the minimum grade you will need to achieve in a subject to be able to study it at Emanuel at A level. Additionally, if you wish to study Mathematics or Physics at A level you will need at least an 8 at GCSE, and those studying Physics at A level must also be studying A level Mathematics. In addition, we require the average grade criteria to be met. This standard indicates that a pupil will be able to study independently, and can successfully access the very much more challenging material presented by the A-level courses. To study this course successfully at A level pupils should have a 9, 8 or 7 at GCSE Geography. The Edexcel course uses an issues-based approach to geographical themes. It relies on some core knowledge that has been developed at the GCSE level; therefore you must have studied Geography at GCSE.
The course uses an issues-based approach to geographical themes. It is linear and there are three externally examined papers and one coursework component. Paper 1: Code 9GEO/01 Tectonic Processes and Hazards; Landscape Systems; Processes and Change; The Water Cycle and Water Insecurity; The Carbon Cycle and Energy Security; Climate Change Futures Paper 2: Code 9GEO/02 Globalisation; Shaping Places; Superpowers; Human Rights; Health and Intervention Paper 3: Code: 9GEO/03 The specification contains three synoptic themes within the compulsory content areas: Players; Attitudes & Actions and Futures & Uncertainties. The synoptic investigation will be based on a geographical issue within a place-based context that links to the three synoptic themes and is rooted in two or more of the compulsory content areas. Coursework: Independent Investigation 9GEO/04 The student defines a question or issue for investigation relating to one of the topics covered. A student’s the investigation will incorporate fieldwork data and their research. There will be a field trip to an FSC abroad, which we highly recommend all Level Geographers attend, during the May half term in Year 12 where data can be collected for the individual investigation to be completed in the summer term. The investigation report is internally assessed and externally moderated. The student will produce a written report of 3000-4000 words. How Geography will be examined: Paper 1: Code 9GEO/01 Written examination: 2 hours 15 minutes, 30% of the qualification, 105 Marks Paper 2: Code 9GEO/02 Written examination: 2 hours 15 minutes, 30% of the qualification, 105 marks Paper3: Code: 9GEO/03 Written examination 2 hours 15 minutes, 20% of the qualification, 70 marks Coursework: Independent Investigation 9GEO/04 Non-examined assessment, 20 % of the qualification, 70 Marks
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| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Wandsworth |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £23,061 |
| Address | Battersea Rise, London, SW11 1HS |
The study of Geography A Level aims to inspire a sense of enquiry and appreciation of the environment in which we live. Through a detailed study and informed analysis of our surroundings the human impact can be assessed, and our interaction with the physical environment understood. The beauty of the discipline is its contemporary nature and its diversity. Individuals who are interested in both artistic and the more scientific subjects are usually the ones who really excel in Geography. The discipline relies upon sound reasoning and promotes the development of a wide range of skills as well as numeracy and literacy. Each year the Geography Department goes on interesting trips, local, national and abroad, most recently to Sicily and Barcelona. We collect data through travel and invite outside speakers to Emanuel who share their insights on the subject. Emanuel’s sixth form geographers are expected to regularly attend lectures at the Royal Geographic Society of which the department is a member, as well as the Wimbledon Geographical Association.
In general, a 7 at GCSE is the minimum grade you will need to achieve in a subject to be able to study it at Emanuel at A level. Additionally, if you wish to study Mathematics or Physics at A level you will need at least an 8 at GCSE, and those studying Physics at A level must also be studying A level Mathematics. In addition, we require the average grade criteria to be met. This standard indicates that a pupil will be able to study independently, and can successfully access the very much more challenging material presented by the A-level courses. To study this course successfully at A level pupils should have a 9, 8 or 7 at GCSE Geography. The Edexcel course uses an issues-based approach to geographical themes. It relies on some core knowledge that has been developed at the GCSE level; therefore you must have studied Geography at GCSE.
The course uses an issues-based approach to geographical themes. It is linear and there are three externally examined papers and one coursework component. Paper 1: Code 9GEO/01 Tectonic Processes and Hazards; Landscape Systems; Processes and Change; The Water Cycle and Water Insecurity; The Carbon Cycle and Energy Security; Climate Change Futures Paper 2: Code 9GEO/02 Globalisation; Shaping Places; Superpowers; Human Rights; Health and Intervention Paper 3: Code: 9GEO/03 The specification contains three synoptic themes within the compulsory content areas: Players; Attitudes & Actions and Futures & Uncertainties. The synoptic investigation will be based on a geographical issue within a place-based context that links to the three synoptic themes and is rooted in two or more of the compulsory content areas. Coursework: Independent Investigation 9GEO/04 The student defines a question or issue for investigation relating to one of the topics covered. A student’s the investigation will incorporate fieldwork data and their research. There will be a field trip to an FSC abroad, which we highly recommend all Level Geographers attend, during the May half term in Year 12 where data can be collected for the individual investigation to be completed in the summer term. The investigation report is internally assessed and externally moderated. The student will produce a written report of 3000-4000 words. How Geography will be examined: Paper 1: Code 9GEO/01 Written examination: 2 hours 15 minutes, 30% of the qualification, 105 Marks Paper 2: Code 9GEO/02 Written examination: 2 hours 15 minutes, 30% of the qualification, 105 marks Paper3: Code: 9GEO/03 Written examination 2 hours 15 minutes, 20% of the qualification, 70 marks Coursework: Independent Investigation 9GEO/04 Non-examined assessment, 20 % of the qualification, 70 Marks