Geography is a relevant, dynamic and academically rigorous subject that helps you to make sense of the world around you. The course enables students to explore and evaluate contemporary geographical questions and issues such as the consequences of globalisation, responses to hazards, water insecurity and climate change. The course content, framed around enquiry questions, gives students the opportunity to develop an in-depth understanding of physical and human geography, the complexity of people and environment questions and issues and to become critical, reflective and independent learners. Students will engage critically with real world issues and places, apply their own geographical knowledge, understanding and skills to make sense of the world around them, and to help prepare them to succeed in their chosen pathway. They will become responsible, knowledgeable and skilful citizens, developing a wide range of transferable skills.
In general, we request a minimum of 3 Grade 6s and 2 Grade 5s. A GCSE grade 6 or above in Geography is recommended. A foundation of knowledge at the GCSE level is usual, but students who have not studied Geography are not necessarily barred from A-level entry. In such cases, early discussion and expression of interest with the Head of Department is advised.
Paper 1: Dynamic landscapes, Physical Systems and Sustainability (2 hours 15 minutes, 30%) Paper 2: Dynamic Places, Human Systems and Geopolitics (2 hours 15 minutes, 30%) Paper 3: Synoptic Investigation of a geographical issue within a place-based context (2 hours and 15 minutes, 20%) Paper 4: Independent Investigation (Non-Examined Assessment, 20%)
About Education Provider
| Region | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Local Authority | North Yorkshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £46,740 |
| Sixth Form Fee | £32,520 |
| Address | Ampleforth, York, YO62 4ER |
Geography is a relevant, dynamic and academically rigorous subject that helps you to make sense of the world around you. The course enables students to explore and evaluate contemporary geographical questions and issues such as the consequences of globalisation, responses to hazards, water insecurity and climate change. The course content, framed around enquiry questions, gives students the opportunity to develop an in-depth understanding of physical and human geography, the complexity of people and environment questions and issues and to become critical, reflective and independent learners. Students will engage critically with real world issues and places, apply their own geographical knowledge, understanding and skills to make sense of the world around them, and to help prepare them to succeed in their chosen pathway. They will become responsible, knowledgeable and skilful citizens, developing a wide range of transferable skills.
In general, we request a minimum of 3 Grade 6s and 2 Grade 5s. A GCSE grade 6 or above in Geography is recommended. A foundation of knowledge at the GCSE level is usual, but students who have not studied Geography are not necessarily barred from A-level entry. In such cases, early discussion and expression of interest with the Head of Department is advised.
Paper 1: Dynamic landscapes, Physical Systems and Sustainability (2 hours 15 minutes, 30%) Paper 2: Dynamic Places, Human Systems and Geopolitics (2 hours 15 minutes, 30%) Paper 3: Synoptic Investigation of a geographical issue within a place-based context (2 hours and 15 minutes, 20%) Paper 4: Independent Investigation (Non-Examined Assessment, 20%)