Geography

Course summary

This is an exciting course being offered to all students with an interest in and enthusiasm for the world around them, including the study of traditional landforms and contemporary issues. Students will of course be proactive in lessons and will be expected to work in groups and individually to present information and lead discussions. The range of academic skills covered will ensure that studying Geography at A Level will not be dull as it combines literary skills, mathematical techniques (all the easy ones!), fieldwork and research. The course aims: • To prepare students to be observant, analytical and thorough individuals. • To help students appreciate the formation of natural and man-made landscapes and how humans react to their environment. • To enhance students’ use of hypothesis testing and the application of scientific techniques that will pave the way for any university courses and future processing of information skills.