Geography

Course summary

Geography has modules in physical and human geography. Students develop skills in mathematics, analysis, and extended writing. Practical work within the specification is one of the attractions of Geography and a minimum of 4 days is spent on compulsory fieldwork. This includes a compulsory residential trip. (Bursary students may be assisted with costs). 20% of the A Level consists of an Independent Investigation and 80% examination. Geography is a highly valued facilitating A Level, greatly desired by universities and businesses. 80% of the course consists of three examination papers: 2 hours and 15 minutes each of mostly essay writing along with data response and maths questions. 20% is coursework -completed in Upper Sixth. Students must be able to attend residential fieldwork. Geography is currently the second most employable degree and lends itself to any career that requires candidates to be versatile and have a broad range of skills. Possible career routes include – • CEO • Pilot • Teacher • Town Planning • Hazard management • Accountancy • Flood management • Environmental management • Local government • Event management • Development/Charity work • Quantity surveyor