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A Level GCE Geography

at Thornleigh Salesian College, Bolton · college

Ofsted rated their sixth form provisionGood2024see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Geography is the study of places and the interaction between people and the physical environment. Students of Geography gain an in-depth understanding of the character of landscapes and the impact of humans on them. It also involves investigating the social, political and economic environment. A-level Geography offers the opportunity of in-depth field study where students can collect, analyse and present data thus sharpening their observation, measuring, recording and evaluation skills.

What you need to get on

5 GCSE grades 4 to 9 and preferably a grade 5 in GCSE Geography

How you are assessed

Academic subjects, mostly exams, three or four at once. The traditional route to university.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Thornleigh Sixth Form College Bolton

    Sharples Park, Bolton, BL1 6PQ

    DaytimeClassroom based
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