Course information
Geography
The Grammar School At Leeds - Leeds
01132291552
Alwoodley Gates, Harrogate Road, Leeds, LS17 8GS
Course summary

Geography is unique in bridging the social sciences and natural sciences. It plays a crucial role in understanding our world. It makes a vital contribution to our knowledge of the rapidly changing environmental and social challenges facing us and how we should tackle them. Geography is quite literally all around us. It focuses on people and places and how our society, environment and economy are all interrelated. The study of geography uses knowledge of past events, to inform current decision-making, and in doing so always looks to the future. A good geographer will be someone interested in the world around them. They will question why and how different phenomena occur and will enjoy looking at issues from various points of view. Good geographers can analyse a range of information and come to their informed conclusions. They will ask questions and be able to use a range of research skills to seek answers. They will have opportunities to collect their research in the field and investigate areas of personal interest.

Entry requirements

Grade 6 in geography at GCSE.

How you'll be assessed

Unit 1-30% The topics studied are tectonic processes and hazards, glaciated landscapes and change, the water cycle and water insecurity, the carbon cycle and energy insecurity. Unit 2-30% The topics studied are superpowers, globalisation, diverse places and health, human rights and intervention. Unit 3-20% This is a synoptic investigation based on a geographical issue within a place-based context directly linked to multiple areas of the content covered throughout the course. It is based upon a resource booklet which contains information about the geographical issue. Unit 4-20% An independent investigation focusing on a question or issue from within the course content. This will incorporate fieldwork and utilise the analysis and evaluation skills developed throughout the course.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionYorkshire and the Humber
Local AuthorityLeeds
Ofsted Rating
Gender TypeCo-Educational
ISI Report
Boarding FeeUnknown
Sixth Form Fee£11,214 - £12,240
AddressAlwoodley Gates, Harrogate Road, Leeds, LS17 8GS