Simply put, geography is our future. When we look at any issue with the balance and scrutiny that geographical study offers, we move beyond the media hype or political spin. Geography allows us to see the world more clearly. (Tom Biebrach) Why should we study Geography at A level? Geography is unique in that it helps students to see the world as a whole instead of spit up into subject boxes. Geography examines the complex interaction of people and their natural environment and helps students understand that their decisions and actions will have an impact on the world. Geographers study the world at a local level and an international level and bring together global political decisions, natural events and changes in lifestyles. What topics will I study in Year 12 Geography? Geography is split into four units; the first to be studied in year 12, ‘Dynamic Landscapes and Dynamic Places’ explores the meaning and causes of major global issues and allows students to evaluate existing attempts to manage these problems and attempts to find some solutions. You will study the big challenges facing the world at the moment and we study a range of global natural hazards which threaten some areas of the world more than others. We focus on Climate Change and Global Warming, seen by many as our greatest environmental challenge. In year 13 you will study ‘Physical Systems and Sustainability and Human Systems and Geopolitics’. We study today’s rapid economic changes and how they are impacting unfairly on people across the globe and the related international issues of population change and migration. Geography also focuses on fieldwork and practical research. You will use ICT, Geographical Information Systems (GIS), Census Data, Historical Maps and many other sources of information as well as your own first-hand observations, recording and mapping to look at issues on a local or global scale. You will be required to submit an individual piece of research as part of your exam.
We look for students who exhibit the following characteristics: • a strong interest in education and learning. • a mature approach to learning and interacting with staff and students. • exemplary behaviour and attitude. • a strong desire to contribute to the school community inclusive of extra-curricular activities. • a willingness to work hard towards goals. Admission Requirements: • Completed Application Form • Copy of Passport Data Page • Previous 2 years' transcripts • Proof of English (if available) • Successful Interview with Bales College staff member English Requirements: • Lower school – English requirements for lower school applicants varies dependent upon which year group you are applying to. • Sixth Form – students over the age of 18 must have an overall IELTS score of 4.5, sufficient to meet the CEFR B1 requirement.
About Education Provider
| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Westminster |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £34,299 - £37,485; |
| Address | 742 Harrow Road, London, W10 4AA |
Simply put, geography is our future. When we look at any issue with the balance and scrutiny that geographical study offers, we move beyond the media hype or political spin. Geography allows us to see the world more clearly. (Tom Biebrach) Why should we study Geography at A level? Geography is unique in that it helps students to see the world as a whole instead of spit up into subject boxes. Geography examines the complex interaction of people and their natural environment and helps students understand that their decisions and actions will have an impact on the world. Geographers study the world at a local level and an international level and bring together global political decisions, natural events and changes in lifestyles. What topics will I study in Year 12 Geography? Geography is split into four units; the first to be studied in year 12, ‘Dynamic Landscapes and Dynamic Places’ explores the meaning and causes of major global issues and allows students to evaluate existing attempts to manage these problems and attempts to find some solutions. You will study the big challenges facing the world at the moment and we study a range of global natural hazards which threaten some areas of the world more than others. We focus on Climate Change and Global Warming, seen by many as our greatest environmental challenge. In year 13 you will study ‘Physical Systems and Sustainability and Human Systems and Geopolitics’. We study today’s rapid economic changes and how they are impacting unfairly on people across the globe and the related international issues of population change and migration. Geography also focuses on fieldwork and practical research. You will use ICT, Geographical Information Systems (GIS), Census Data, Historical Maps and many other sources of information as well as your own first-hand observations, recording and mapping to look at issues on a local or global scale. You will be required to submit an individual piece of research as part of your exam.
We look for students who exhibit the following characteristics: • a strong interest in education and learning. • a mature approach to learning and interacting with staff and students. • exemplary behaviour and attitude. • a strong desire to contribute to the school community inclusive of extra-curricular activities. • a willingness to work hard towards goals. Admission Requirements: • Completed Application Form • Copy of Passport Data Page • Previous 2 years' transcripts • Proof of English (if available) • Successful Interview with Bales College staff member English Requirements: • Lower school – English requirements for lower school applicants varies dependent upon which year group you are applying to. • Sixth Form – students over the age of 18 must have an overall IELTS score of 4.5, sufficient to meet the CEFR B1 requirement.