Course information
Geography
St Aloysius RC College - Islington
02075617800
Hornsey Lane, Highgate, London, N6 5LY
Course summary

This award is a two year A Level qualification. Two teachers will deliver the content of the A Level over the 2 year course. The taught content will be split equally and will reflect the interests and skills of the individual teacher. Students will be given the opportunity to voice their opinion on the option topics taught for both the physical and human sections. Content Physical Geography: Water and Carbon cycles Hazards Coastal Systems and Landscapes Human Interactions: Contemporary Urban Environments Changing Places Global Systems and Governance Independent investigation An individually planned geographical enquiry which must include data collection in the field. The investigation must be based on a question or issue defined and developed by the student relating to any part of the specification content.

Entry requirements

6 in Geography 6 in Math Additional Information-If not studied before a 5 in English (Literature or Language) will be required. https://www.islington.gov.uk/-/media/sharepoint-lists/public-records/schools/information/adviceandguidance/20222023/st-aloysius-college-determined-admission-arrangements-20232024ac.pdf

How you'll be assessed

Assessment at the end of the 2 year course: Component 1: Physical Geography (40%) 1 hour 30 minute exam Component 2: Human Geography (40%) 1 hour 30 minute exam Component 3: Independent Investigation (NEA – 20%)

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionLondon
Local AuthorityIslington
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeBoys
AddressHornsey Lane, Highgate, London, N6 5LY