Geography
A Level  

QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED TO START THE COURSE

• 6+ in English Language or English Literature
• 5+ in Maths
• 6+ in Geography

Plus standard LaSWAP entry requirements for our A level pathway

 COURSE SPECIFICATION

LEARNING AND SKILLS

You will be expected to:

Read around topics in depth by regularly reading a broadsheet (non-tabloid) newspaper and specific articles from geographical magazines and websites relating to the topics being studied.

Develop your field work skills, especially those linked to your chosen individual investigation topic.

Become more familiar with quantitative and qualitative data collection techniques.

Know how to use basic mathematical tests to help analyse data.

Attend a mandatory 5 day residential, please note that students will have to cover the cost for this.

EXAMINATION AND ASSESSMENT

 EXAM BOARD: EDEXCEL

FUTURE PROSPECTS

Geography is an extremely relevant subject covering issues ranging from  urban growth, international migration and the consequences of climate change.  Employers in many fields are keen to employ those who have studied and given in-depth thought to these issues.  It isa an excellent subject choice for students interested in global, humanitarian and climate issues.

Geography A level can support applications to degrees in a wide range of subjects such as geography (physical and human), environmental management, geology, demographic studies, development studies, business, international relations and earth science.