This specification has been chosen to excite students’ minds, challenge perceptions, and stimulate investigative and analytical skills. Students study six geographical topics covering both human and physical geography which reflect the world today. Moreover, due to the holistic nature of this course, students get the opportunity to critically assess local, national, and international issues increasing their awareness and understanding and providing them with the necessary skills to progress into future education and employment.
GCSE graded 9 to 7 in Geography
Component 1: Physical Geography How it’s assessed: - Written exam: 2 hours 30 minutes - 120 marks - 40% of A-level Topics include: Water and carbon cycles, Coastal Systems and Landscapes, and Hazards Component 2: Human Geography How it’s assessed: - Written exam: 2 hours 30 minutes - 120 marks - 40% of A-level Topics include: Global systems and global governance, Changing places, and Contemporary urban environments 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. - 3000-4000 words - 60 marks - 20% of A-level
About Education Provider
| Region | East Midlands |
| Local Authority | Derby |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Fox Street, Derby, DE1 2LF |
This specification has been chosen to excite students’ minds, challenge perceptions, and stimulate investigative and analytical skills. Students study six geographical topics covering both human and physical geography which reflect the world today. Moreover, due to the holistic nature of this course, students get the opportunity to critically assess local, national, and international issues increasing their awareness and understanding and providing them with the necessary skills to progress into future education and employment.
GCSE graded 9 to 7 in Geography
Component 1: Physical Geography How it’s assessed: - Written exam: 2 hours 30 minutes - 120 marks - 40% of A-level Topics include: Water and carbon cycles, Coastal Systems and Landscapes, and Hazards Component 2: Human Geography How it’s assessed: - Written exam: 2 hours 30 minutes - 120 marks - 40% of A-level Topics include: Global systems and global governance, Changing places, and Contemporary urban environments 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. - 3000-4000 words - 60 marks - 20% of A-level