AS Level Geography consists of both physical and human components each with a core plus a range of optional studies. There is a Geographical Skills paper based on the content of Paper 1 and related to fieldwork activities undertaken. These studies are further developed at A level through an issuesbasedapproach focusing on contemporary geographical themes. These include physical options for example Plate Tectonics and associated hazards and Ecosystem: change and challenge. The human options include World Cities and Contemporary conflicts and challenges. Finally, there is the option either to complete a detailed fieldwork study or complete an issue evaluation paper.
You will need to be enthusiastic about this relevant and rewarding subject and have enjoyed your studies of Geography at GCSE. You will need to be numerate and be able to develop a range of analysis and evaluation skills and also foster an interest in the changing world around you and your role within it.
Three examination papers plus the ability to choose between: a) Fieldwork Investigation or b) An Issue Evaluation
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| Region | North West |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
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AS Level Geography consists of both physical and human components each with a core plus a range of optional studies. There is a Geographical Skills paper based on the content of Paper 1 and related to fieldwork activities undertaken. These studies are further developed at A level through an issuesbasedapproach focusing on contemporary geographical themes. These include physical options for example Plate Tectonics and associated hazards and Ecosystem: change and challenge. The human options include World Cities and Contemporary conflicts and challenges. Finally, there is the option either to complete a detailed fieldwork study or complete an issue evaluation paper.
You will need to be enthusiastic about this relevant and rewarding subject and have enjoyed your studies of Geography at GCSE. You will need to be numerate and be able to develop a range of analysis and evaluation skills and also foster an interest in the changing world around you and your role within it.
Three examination papers plus the ability to choose between: a) Fieldwork Investigation or b) An Issue Evaluation