Geography is a subject which offers a diversity of skills that students will require at university level and for future employment. It is considered both a science and an arts subject, allowing students to develop a mix of transferable technical and social skills which are valued by employers. Fieldwork and trips play an essential part of the course and students will be expected to complete a minimum of four days of fieldwork. Through this they will develop investigative skills as well as data presentation and interpretation. Mathematical and statistical skills will also be developed both within data analysis in lessons and investigation in the field. Alongside these skills, students will also develop effective communication skills, cartographic, ICT and research. They will be expected to work as part of a team as well as independently. Geography is a good, broad ranging academic subject that fits easily alongside almost every subject combination. The physical aspects sit very closely alongside the science subjects, especially health and social sciences including Biology, Psychology and Sociology. It also fits well with other arts based subjects including English, History and Business. This is a varied and contemporary course, which includes fieldwork and a broad foundation of physical and human processes. Component 1: Physical Geography (40% A of A Level): • Water and carbon cycles • Coastal systems and landscapes • Hazards Component 2: Human Geography (40% of A Level): • Global systems and global governance • Changing places • Contemporary urban environments Component 3: Geographical Investigation (20% of A Level): • Students complete an individual investigation which includes the collections of data in the field.