Geography
King James I Academy Bishop Auckland - County Durham
01388603388
South Church Road, Bishop Auckland, DL14 7JZ
Course summary

A-level geography enables you to understand some of the processes that are affecting the world today and that could affect our future. This dynamic course will give you a view on how the world is changing and the processes that produce change. How is the course taught? Lessons are varied to incorporate a wide range of teaching techniques including lectures, presentations, and group and individual study tasks and activities, alongside field trips and practical work. What areas are covered by the course? Year 1 Topics include Global Systems and Global Governance, Changing Places, Population and the Environment. Year 2 Water and Carbon Cycle, Coastal Systems and Landscapes, Hazards.

Entry requirements

5 or more GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade C or above (including Maths and/or English as appropriate). A GCSE in Geography at Grade 6 or above is essential.

How you'll be assessed

There are two examinations at the end of Year 13, along with an individual fieldwork project.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionNorth East
Local AuthorityCounty Durham
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressSouth Church Road, Bishop Auckland, DL14 7JZ