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WHY STUDY THIS SUBJECT?

Geography is highly valued by universities as an A level choice.

At Little Heath School, the course covers both the human and the physical environment and the complex interaction of processes that shape our world. It will also, importantly, show the applied side of the subject – how human intervention affects the environment.

There is plenty of room for discussion and extended research which will help you to become an independent thinker and learner, using case studies from around the world to support your ideas. 

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

You will require a Grade 4 or higher in GCSE Geography, and at least Grade 4 in English and Mathematics. 

SYLLABUS

YEAR 12

Unit 1: Physical Geography 

  • Section B: Coastal systems and landscapes
  • Section C: Hazards 

Unit 2: Human Geography 

  • Section B: Changing places 
  • Section C: Contemporary urban environments 

YEAR 13

Unit 1: Physical Geography 

  • Section A: Water and carbon cycles 

Unit 2: Human Geography 

  • Section A: Global systems and global governance 

Unit 3: Personal Investigation 

  • Students complete a 3000-4000 word individual investigation in Year 13 which must include data collected in the field during Year 12. The individual investigation must be based on a question or issue defined and developed by the student relating to any part of the specification content. Students will complete four days of field work in preparation for this element of the course. 

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED AND EXAMINED?

There will be internal assessments at the end of Year 12 and students will sit twofinal examination worth 40% each and a geographical investigation based on field work which is worth 20% of the final mark. 

FUTURE COURSES AND POSSIBLE CAREERS

Studying A level Geography will equip you with the necessary skills for a wide range of future courses and careers. Geographers are considered to be skilled in a number of ways, being literate, numerate and able to work well as part of a team. As such, they are well respected by future employers, opening doors for future careers ranging from law to accountancy to business and town planning. 

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