Geography
Hurstpierpoint College - West Sussex
01273833636
College Lane, Hurstpierpoint, Hassocks, BN6 9JS
Course summary

Geography is a key subject in a world where globalisation increasingly puts pressure on physical spaces, cultures and scarce resources. As a bridge between the sciences and humanities, the physical and human aspects of the subject allow students to acquire elements of both scientific and socioeconomic methodologies to help unpick the complex interaction of processes that shape our world. Geography also has an applied element: seeing how human intervention affects the environment helps decision-makers in planning and development at a variety of geographical scales. Students research, discuss, analyse and form a range of opinions, using data from an exciting array of media such as maps, Geographical Information Systems, photos, videos, and podcasts.

Entry requirements

Grade 7 in GCSE Geography and grade 6 in English Language.

How you'll be assessed

Component 1: Physical Geography Section A: Water and Carbon Cycles Section B: Cold Environments Section C: Hazards 40%. Assessment: 2 hours 30 minutes written paper 120 marks Component 2: Human Geography Section A: Global Systems and Governance Section B: Changing Places Section C: Resource Security 40%. Assessment: 2 hours 30 minutes written paper 120 marks Component 3: Geography fieldwork investigation Fieldwork enquiry Question developed by student 3,000-4,000 words 20%. Assessment: Fieldwork report internally marked and externally moderated 60 marks

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityWest Sussex
Ofsted Rating
Gender TypeCo-Educational
ISI ReportView Report
Boarding Fee£31,800 - £34,275
Sixth Form Fee£10,200 - £26,400
AddressCollege Lane, Hurstpierpoint, Hassocks, BN6 9JS