This specification allows students to develop: • Their understanding of geographical concepts and processes to understand and interpret our changing world; • Connections between the different aspects of geography; • Intellectual skills, such as critically evaluating theories and judging evidence in order to make informed decisions and to develop reasoned arguments; • Research skills, such as using a range of technical methods for the collection and analysis of spatial and environmental data, and undertaking fieldwork; • Transferable skills, such as teamwork, problem solving, IT skills, communication skills
Grade 6 at GCSE Geography and a grade 5 in English.
Paper 1 focuses on the physical geography taught, lasts 2 hours 30 minutes and consists of a mixture of short answer questions and a 20-mark question per topic. It is worth 40% of the A-Level grade. Paper 2 focuses on the human geography taught, lasts 2 hours 30 minutes and consists of a mixture of short answer questions and a 20-mark question per topic. It is worth 40% of the A-Level grade. The final component is an individual investigation that requires the student to complete an individual piece of fieldwork. The final piece is a 3,000—4,000 word write up, is marked by teachers and is worth 20% of the A-Level grade.
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| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Bracknell Forest |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Rectory Lane, Bracknell, RG12 7BA |
This specification allows students to develop: • Their understanding of geographical concepts and processes to understand and interpret our changing world; • Connections between the different aspects of geography; • Intellectual skills, such as critically evaluating theories and judging evidence in order to make informed decisions and to develop reasoned arguments; • Research skills, such as using a range of technical methods for the collection and analysis of spatial and environmental data, and undertaking fieldwork; • Transferable skills, such as teamwork, problem solving, IT skills, communication skills
Grade 6 at GCSE Geography and a grade 5 in English.
Paper 1 focuses on the physical geography taught, lasts 2 hours 30 minutes and consists of a mixture of short answer questions and a 20-mark question per topic. It is worth 40% of the A-Level grade. Paper 2 focuses on the human geography taught, lasts 2 hours 30 minutes and consists of a mixture of short answer questions and a 20-mark question per topic. It is worth 40% of the A-Level grade. The final component is an individual investigation that requires the student to complete an individual piece of fieldwork. The final piece is a 3,000—4,000 word write up, is marked by teachers and is worth 20% of the A-Level grade.