The Geography department provides students with a unique opportunity to explore the human, physical and environmental interactions of our planet. Geography is a dynamic discipline which seeks to explain physical landforms and phenomena along with giving us a clearer insight into how human activities are shaping the characteristics of our world. The course offers an exciting variety of content and also encourages students to develop a wide and valuable skills base. By studying Geography at Hurtwood, students will be engaged and informed about topical issues, as well as developing their capacity to understand our complex world. They will be challenged to discuss, debate and think geographically about the people and places of the 21st Century.
Selection is based on a personal interview involving the Headmaster, the prospective student and his/her parents. If it is felt that the student will fl ourish at Hurtwood and benefi t from the experience, then an unconditional place is off ered. There is no entry exam, nor a minimum set of entry requirements.
The course is examined through a variety of short answer, essay and enquiry-based written examination papers.
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Surrey |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £17,409 |
| Sixth Form Fee | £11,606 |
| Address | Holmbury St Mary, Dorking, RH5 6NU |
The Geography department provides students with a unique opportunity to explore the human, physical and environmental interactions of our planet. Geography is a dynamic discipline which seeks to explain physical landforms and phenomena along with giving us a clearer insight into how human activities are shaping the characteristics of our world. The course offers an exciting variety of content and also encourages students to develop a wide and valuable skills base. By studying Geography at Hurtwood, students will be engaged and informed about topical issues, as well as developing their capacity to understand our complex world. They will be challenged to discuss, debate and think geographically about the people and places of the 21st Century.
Selection is based on a personal interview involving the Headmaster, the prospective student and his/her parents. If it is felt that the student will fl ourish at Hurtwood and benefi t from the experience, then an unconditional place is off ered. There is no entry exam, nor a minimum set of entry requirements.
The course is examined through a variety of short answer, essay and enquiry-based written examination papers.