The world is constantly changing. Causes and impacts of climate change are continuously commented upon in the media; is the public, therefore, well informed and are we taking enough action to stave off the climate crisis? The number of (natural) disasters occurring is on the rise and this will see an increase in migration, away from climate disaster areas. As an A-level geographer, you will be able to explore how there is a complex set of interactions between physical processes, human interference with the natural world and the increasing vulnerability of human communities. Geography A Level supports you in developing a combination of transferrable skills including problem-solving, independent research and enquiry, teamwork, numerical analysis and critical thinking; it is a versatile, creative and dynamic subject which complements almost any subject combination. Students are expected to think for themselves and develop their broader geographical knowledge, staying up-to-date with current affairs. They are regularly informed of enrichment opportunities, such as lectures provided through the RGS and GA; we encourage students to become members of these institutions. We have a weekly Geography Society, where topical events are discussed in greater depth and detail and we move beyond the syllabus. The department has a range of digital and physical resources, particularly for further reading, to which all pupils are given unrestricted access to support the course and further their interests.
Current South Hampstead pupils transferring to the Sixth Form must achieve a minimum of six GCSE grades at grade 7 or equivalent, and at least a grade 5 in both Mathematics and English Language. Individual requirements are set for different subjects, with some requiring at least a grade 8 or equivalent. For external candidates, places are offered based on the result of the entrance examinations, interviews and projected GCSE grades. Offers are conditional on achieving the required standard, with specific conditions outlined in individual offer letters. The expected standard is high – offers are usually made on the condition of\ candidates achieving at least seven GCSEs at grade 8 or equivalent, including in your chosen subjects. You require at least a grade 7 or equivalent in GCSE Geography to study A Level Geography.
At A Level, students follow the Edexcel specification. This is a linear course, assessed at the end of two years of study. Lower Sixth Autumn term – The Carbon Cycle and Energy Security – Globalisation Spring term – Coastal Landscapes and Change – Diverse Places Summer term – Fieldwork at an FSC Centre in the UK (5 days) Non-examined assessment (NEA): Independent Investigation - a geographical enquiry of your choice. The outcome will be a 3000-4000 word report, worth 20% of the overall A Level. Upper Sixth Autumn term – The Water Cycle and Water Insecurity – Superpowers Spring term – Migration, Identity and Sovereignty – Tectonic HazardsSummer term – Revision and examination practice including a specific focus on the three synoptic themes within the compulsory specification content areas: – Players – Attitudes and actions – Futures and uncertainties
About Education Provider
| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Camden |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Girls |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £22,764 |
| Address | 3 Maresfield Gardens, London, NW3 5SS |
The world is constantly changing. Causes and impacts of climate change are continuously commented upon in the media; is the public, therefore, well informed and are we taking enough action to stave off the climate crisis? The number of (natural) disasters occurring is on the rise and this will see an increase in migration, away from climate disaster areas. As an A-level geographer, you will be able to explore how there is a complex set of interactions between physical processes, human interference with the natural world and the increasing vulnerability of human communities. Geography A Level supports you in developing a combination of transferrable skills including problem-solving, independent research and enquiry, teamwork, numerical analysis and critical thinking; it is a versatile, creative and dynamic subject which complements almost any subject combination. Students are expected to think for themselves and develop their broader geographical knowledge, staying up-to-date with current affairs. They are regularly informed of enrichment opportunities, such as lectures provided through the RGS and GA; we encourage students to become members of these institutions. We have a weekly Geography Society, where topical events are discussed in greater depth and detail and we move beyond the syllabus. The department has a range of digital and physical resources, particularly for further reading, to which all pupils are given unrestricted access to support the course and further their interests.
Current South Hampstead pupils transferring to the Sixth Form must achieve a minimum of six GCSE grades at grade 7 or equivalent, and at least a grade 5 in both Mathematics and English Language. Individual requirements are set for different subjects, with some requiring at least a grade 8 or equivalent. For external candidates, places are offered based on the result of the entrance examinations, interviews and projected GCSE grades. Offers are conditional on achieving the required standard, with specific conditions outlined in individual offer letters. The expected standard is high – offers are usually made on the condition of\ candidates achieving at least seven GCSEs at grade 8 or equivalent, including in your chosen subjects. You require at least a grade 7 or equivalent in GCSE Geography to study A Level Geography.
At A Level, students follow the Edexcel specification. This is a linear course, assessed at the end of two years of study. Lower Sixth Autumn term – The Carbon Cycle and Energy Security – Globalisation Spring term – Coastal Landscapes and Change – Diverse Places Summer term – Fieldwork at an FSC Centre in the UK (5 days) Non-examined assessment (NEA): Independent Investigation - a geographical enquiry of your choice. The outcome will be a 3000-4000 word report, worth 20% of the overall A Level. Upper Sixth Autumn term – The Water Cycle and Water Insecurity – Superpowers Spring term – Migration, Identity and Sovereignty – Tectonic HazardsSummer term – Revision and examination practice including a specific focus on the three synoptic themes within the compulsory specification content areas: – Players – Attitudes and actions – Futures and uncertainties
