Geography

Course summary

The OCR A Level in Geography has been designed to give learners the knowledge, understanding, and skills necessary to become engaged global citizens. Through the study of dynamic and contemporary content, learners can understand and interact with issues that affect people and places at a range of scales from local to global – and all that is in between. You will learn how natural systems such as marine and tectonic shape the landscape and have different impacts on humans. You will be encouraged to develop evidence-based opinions on the critical issues of today, including climate change, energy shortages, conflicts between countries, and changing patterns of trade and economies. At A Level there is time to explore such issues in detail. You will simultaneously develop essential skills that will equip you for any university course or later employment. Topics studied include places and how they are shaped over time, essential Carbon and Water cycles, Coastal Landscape Systems, Tectonic Hazards, Disease, and Global Governance. Geography education should encourage learners to develop a sense of wonder about the world. Geography is potentially the most relevant subject for any learner in the 21st century and the OCR A Level in Geography aims to drive a passion and love of this dynamic subject through its exciting and engaging content. Students with A Levels or Degrees in Geography are highly employable because of the wide range of skills that are developed. Geography is thus relevant to many types of careers. Ask your teacher for further information about this.