A Level Geography aims to develop an appreciation of the dynamic nature of the subject. This is achieved by a knowledge and understanding of physical and human processes, their interactions and outcomes over both space and time, through the study of places and environments. The course focuses on themes central to an understanding of our changing world. A broad division between physical and human geography is made and each student will be taught by members of staff who are specialists in their field.
The new Edexcel A Level course is linear, meaning it is taught over two years before three final exams are taken. The first paper will examine the physical geography studied in Lower and Upper Sixth, whilst the second paper will examine the human geography studied in Lower and Upper Sixth. Both papers are worth 30% of the total A Level. The third exam is a synoptic paper which tests students’ ability to draw geographical conclusions from a combination of physical and human geography data and their own understanding. This paper is worth 20% of the A Level. Students will also undertake an independent geographical investigation which is worth 20% of the final mark.
About Education Provider
| Region | North West |
| Local Authority | Stockport |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £11,016 - £14,271 |
| Address | Buxton Road, Stockport, SK2 7AF |
A Level Geography aims to develop an appreciation of the dynamic nature of the subject. This is achieved by a knowledge and understanding of physical and human processes, their interactions and outcomes over both space and time, through the study of places and environments. The course focuses on themes central to an understanding of our changing world. A broad division between physical and human geography is made and each student will be taught by members of staff who are specialists in their field.
The new Edexcel A Level course is linear, meaning it is taught over two years before three final exams are taken. The first paper will examine the physical geography studied in Lower and Upper Sixth, whilst the second paper will examine the human geography studied in Lower and Upper Sixth. Both papers are worth 30% of the total A Level. The third exam is a synoptic paper which tests students’ ability to draw geographical conclusions from a combination of physical and human geography data and their own understanding. This paper is worth 20% of the A Level. Students will also undertake an independent geographical investigation which is worth 20% of the final mark.