Geography

Course summary

Geography is a subject that is relevant to everyone’s life and experiences. The A-level course is designed for students who have lively and inquiring minds and an interest in the environment and current affairs. Students must be prepared to explore new ideas and have the ability to communicate ideas effectively. The subject will provide them with the knowledge, understanding, and skills for further study in higher education or for employment. There are three elements to the course: Physical Geography, Human Geography, and Fieldwork Investigation. Within the physical side of the course, students will study the water and carbon cycles, coastal systems, and natural hazards. Human aspects of the course include global systems and governance, the study of ‘place’, and urban environments. Finally, there will be a minimum of four fieldwork days in the A-level Geography course. During this time students will visit a number of different places and learn a range of different fieldwork methods. Students are then expected to write an investigation report based on a topic of their choice.