Geography bridges the gap between Arts and Sciences. Studying Geography at Thetford Grammar School provides an equal balance between studies of the human and physical environment. Geography is particularly appropriate for those with a lively and enquiring mind, an interest in the environment and current affairs, a willingness to explore new ideas and an ability to communicate them effectively. There has never been a better time to study Geography. Geographical ideas have become increasingly frequent in local, national and international debates on key issues including pollution, poverty, immigration, globalisation, and the increasingly common and ever more devastating natural disasters. Having knowledge and understanding of geographical issues has become essential in industry, government, science and education. At TGS we hope that studying Geography will engage students in current affairs and inspire them think critically and reflect on the local and global environment. Students will have opportunities to investigate the course through field trips including Cambridge, The North Norfolk Coast and possibly Iceland!
Entry to Year 12 is dependent on performance in the GCSE examinations. To follow a full programme of A Level AS and A2 study, good passes (grade 5 and above) are required in five subjects at GCSE, with a recommendation of at least a grade 6 in those subjects that students wish to study.
Physical systems. 72 marks. 1hr 45min paper. 24% of A level. • Landscape Systems • Earth’s Life Support Systems • Geographical Skills Human interactions. 72 marks. 1hr 4min paper. 24% of A level. • Changing spaces; Making Places • Global Connections • Geographical Skills Optionality – study 2 of 5. Geographical debates. 96 marks. 2hr 30 min written paper. 32% of the total A level. • Climate Change • Disease Dilemmas • Exploring Oceans • Future of Food • Hazardous Earth Investigative geography. 60 marks. Non-examination assessment. 20% of total A level. • Independent Investigation.
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | Unknown |
| Address | Bridge ST, Thetford, IP24 3AF |
Geography bridges the gap between Arts and Sciences. Studying Geography at Thetford Grammar School provides an equal balance between studies of the human and physical environment. Geography is particularly appropriate for those with a lively and enquiring mind, an interest in the environment and current affairs, a willingness to explore new ideas and an ability to communicate them effectively. There has never been a better time to study Geography. Geographical ideas have become increasingly frequent in local, national and international debates on key issues including pollution, poverty, immigration, globalisation, and the increasingly common and ever more devastating natural disasters. Having knowledge and understanding of geographical issues has become essential in industry, government, science and education. At TGS we hope that studying Geography will engage students in current affairs and inspire them think critically and reflect on the local and global environment. Students will have opportunities to investigate the course through field trips including Cambridge, The North Norfolk Coast and possibly Iceland!
Entry to Year 12 is dependent on performance in the GCSE examinations. To follow a full programme of A Level AS and A2 study, good passes (grade 5 and above) are required in five subjects at GCSE, with a recommendation of at least a grade 6 in those subjects that students wish to study.
Physical systems. 72 marks. 1hr 45min paper. 24% of A level. • Landscape Systems • Earth’s Life Support Systems • Geographical Skills Human interactions. 72 marks. 1hr 4min paper. 24% of A level. • Changing spaces; Making Places • Global Connections • Geographical Skills Optionality – study 2 of 5. Geographical debates. 96 marks. 2hr 30 min written paper. 32% of the total A level. • Climate Change • Disease Dilemmas • Exploring Oceans • Future of Food • Hazardous Earth Investigative geography. 60 marks. Non-examination assessment. 20% of total A level. • Independent Investigation.