The course enables students to develop an understanding of the functioning of natural and human systems and to be aware that there are issues and problems affecting these on a variety of levels. Fieldwork is an important aspect of the course as it helps to develop both the individual and the group. All students will be expected to participate in 4 days of work in the field at an FSC centre which will be used to write up their course work. A trip to Iceland or alternative location is usually on offer in the Spring term.
Grade 5 or above in GCSE Geography. Grade 5 or above in GCSE English Language. Grade 5 or above in GCSE Maths. You do not need to have GCSE Geography to study this course. However, if Geography has not been studied previously you will need to have achieved at least a grade 5-5 in GCSE Combined Science or a grade 5 in Biology.
Component 1: Physical geography Section A: Water and carbon cycles Section B: Coastal systems and landscapes Section C: Hazards Written exam: 2 hours 30 minutes; 96 marks; 40% of A-Level Component 2: Human geography Section A: Global systems and global governance Section B: Changing places Section C: Contemporary urban environments Written exam: 2 hours 30 minutes; 96 marks; 40% of A-Level Component 3: Geographical investigation Students complete an individual investigation which must include data collected in the field. The individual investigation must be based on a question or issue defined and developed by the student relating to any part of the specification content. 3,000–4,000 words; 35 marks; 20% of A-Level; marked by teachers; moderated by AQA
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Bracknell Forest |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Grant Road, Crowthorne, RG45 7HZ |
The course enables students to develop an understanding of the functioning of natural and human systems and to be aware that there are issues and problems affecting these on a variety of levels. Fieldwork is an important aspect of the course as it helps to develop both the individual and the group. All students will be expected to participate in 4 days of work in the field at an FSC centre which will be used to write up their course work. A trip to Iceland or alternative location is usually on offer in the Spring term.
Grade 5 or above in GCSE Geography. Grade 5 or above in GCSE English Language. Grade 5 or above in GCSE Maths. You do not need to have GCSE Geography to study this course. However, if Geography has not been studied previously you will need to have achieved at least a grade 5-5 in GCSE Combined Science or a grade 5 in Biology.
Component 1: Physical geography Section A: Water and carbon cycles Section B: Coastal systems and landscapes Section C: Hazards Written exam: 2 hours 30 minutes; 96 marks; 40% of A-Level Component 2: Human geography Section A: Global systems and global governance Section B: Changing places Section C: Contemporary urban environments Written exam: 2 hours 30 minutes; 96 marks; 40% of A-Level Component 3: Geographical investigation Students complete an individual investigation which must include data collected in the field. The individual investigation must be based on a question or issue defined and developed by the student relating to any part of the specification content. 3,000–4,000 words; 35 marks; 20% of A-Level; marked by teachers; moderated by AQA