Geography

Course summary

Geography is increasingly becoming the essential subject to study at university and beyond. A geographical way of thinking about the modern world in which students live is essential as they move forward. The unique linkage between the human and physical elements of the world make Geography a bridging subject between the Arts and the Sciences. Combining the discursive analytical skills found in essay subjects with the data manipulation and statistical competence of scientists, we aim to allow students to be able to access the top universities to study Geography and the teaching should complement their other A Level subjects, however diverse. The course content is mixed in terms of human and physical Geography with an Independent Investigation supported by our trip to Barcelona in the XX year. In the LXX the Physical Geography elements include: The Earth’s Life Support Systems of the Carbon and Water Cycle, and Coastal Environments. Human Geography incorporates elements of: Global Trade; the concept of Place and its changing nature; and the shifting landscape of Power and Borders. In the XX, as well as tackling the Independent Investigation of 3,000 to 4,000 words which makes up 20% of the total A Level, students also study contemporary geographical debates including Climate Change, Disease Dilemmas, Future of Food and Exploring Oceans. The course complements the Edexcel IGCSE course but is looking to develop critical thinking skills along with practical analytical skills ready for university studies and beyond.