A Level During the two year course we shall be exploring a variety of topics in both Physical and Human Geography. Paper 1 Physical Geography - three main topics will be to be studied: Hazards- An option focused on earthquakes, volcanoes and tropical storm hazards. By exploring the origin and nature of these hazards and the various ways in which people respond to them, students are able to study the many relationships between people and the environment. Cold Environments We shall also look at the impressive features produced by glaciation, including a day of exploring glaciated scenery in the Lake District. The formation of spectacular landforms such as pyramidal peaks will contrast with the gentler landforms of deposition that shape our lowlands. Human exploitation and conservation of modern-day cold environments will concentrate on Alaska. Earth’s Life Support Systems will look at the role of water in the context of oceans, Ice Caps and the Atmosphere. We shall look at why rivers flood and how human activity can both increase and reduce the flood risk. A day visit to a river catchment and its associated flood defences in Keswick will provide a case study. The role of the carbon cycle in the oceans, atmosphere and the biosphere will be studied, with a tropical rainforest as a case study in the context of wider climate change. Paper 1 is assessed by a written exam of 2 hour 30 minutes duration. It accounts for 40% of the final A-level. Question types include multiple-choice, short answer and extended prose/essay. Paper 2 Human Geography - three main topics will be to be studied: Global Systems and Global Governance The economic, political and social changes associated with globalisation have been a key feature of the global economy and society in recent decades. Trends in the volume and pattern of international trade. The nature and role of transnational corporations (TNCs), including their spatial organisation, Benefits of globalisation in terms of growth, development, integration, stability. Costs of globalisation in terms of inequalities, injustice, conflict and environmental impact. Global protection of Antarctica. Changing places We examine in detail a local place in the Liverpool area and another contrasting place in terms of economic development, cultural background and systems of political and economic organisation. This will involve a fieldwork trip to our chosen place. We will look at the Factors contributing to the character of places: their location, physical geography, history, land use, built environment and infrastructure, demographic and economic characteristics. Contemporary Urban Environments In this unit we shall study Global patterns of urbanisation since 1945. Urbanisation, suburbanisation, counter-urbanisation and urban resurgence in Liverpool. The emergence of megacities and their role in global economies. We shall look at the impact of urban areas on local climate, weather and rivers, including river restoration. Features of sustainable cities and developing more sustainable cities. Paper 2 is assessed by a written exam of 2 hour 30 minutes duration. It accounts for 40% of the final A-level. Question types include multiple-choice, short answer and extended prose/essay Individual Investigation Students complete an individual investigation based on any part of the syllabus content. This must include data collected in the field by the individual and as part of a group. 3000-4000 words project. It accounts for 20% of the final A-level. This is marked by teachers and moderated by AQA.
About Education Provider
| Region | North West |
| Local Authority | Liverpool |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Church Road, Wavertree, Liverpool, L15 9EE |
A Level During the two year course we shall be exploring a variety of topics in both Physical and Human Geography. Paper 1 Physical Geography - three main topics will be to be studied: Hazards- An option focused on earthquakes, volcanoes and tropical storm hazards. By exploring the origin and nature of these hazards and the various ways in which people respond to them, students are able to study the many relationships between people and the environment. Cold Environments We shall also look at the impressive features produced by glaciation, including a day of exploring glaciated scenery in the Lake District. The formation of spectacular landforms such as pyramidal peaks will contrast with the gentler landforms of deposition that shape our lowlands. Human exploitation and conservation of modern-day cold environments will concentrate on Alaska. Earth’s Life Support Systems will look at the role of water in the context of oceans, Ice Caps and the Atmosphere. We shall look at why rivers flood and how human activity can both increase and reduce the flood risk. A day visit to a river catchment and its associated flood defences in Keswick will provide a case study. The role of the carbon cycle in the oceans, atmosphere and the biosphere will be studied, with a tropical rainforest as a case study in the context of wider climate change. Paper 1 is assessed by a written exam of 2 hour 30 minutes duration. It accounts for 40% of the final A-level. Question types include multiple-choice, short answer and extended prose/essay. Paper 2 Human Geography - three main topics will be to be studied: Global Systems and Global Governance The economic, political and social changes associated with globalisation have been a key feature of the global economy and society in recent decades. Trends in the volume and pattern of international trade. The nature and role of transnational corporations (TNCs), including their spatial organisation, Benefits of globalisation in terms of growth, development, integration, stability. Costs of globalisation in terms of inequalities, injustice, conflict and environmental impact. Global protection of Antarctica. Changing places We examine in detail a local place in the Liverpool area and another contrasting place in terms of economic development, cultural background and systems of political and economic organisation. This will involve a fieldwork trip to our chosen place. We will look at the Factors contributing to the character of places: their location, physical geography, history, land use, built environment and infrastructure, demographic and economic characteristics. Contemporary Urban Environments In this unit we shall study Global patterns of urbanisation since 1945. Urbanisation, suburbanisation, counter-urbanisation and urban resurgence in Liverpool. The emergence of megacities and their role in global economies. We shall look at the impact of urban areas on local climate, weather and rivers, including river restoration. Features of sustainable cities and developing more sustainable cities. Paper 2 is assessed by a written exam of 2 hour 30 minutes duration. It accounts for 40% of the final A-level. Question types include multiple-choice, short answer and extended prose/essay Individual Investigation Students complete an individual investigation based on any part of the syllabus content. This must include data collected in the field by the individual and as part of a group. 3000-4000 words project. It accounts for 20% of the final A-level. This is marked by teachers and moderated by AQA.