A Level Geography
at The Heathland School, Hounslow · school or sixth form
What the college says
Paper 1: Dynamic Landscapes, Physical systems and sustainability - Tectonic Processes and Hazards, The Water Cycle and Water Insecurity, The Carbon Cycle and Energy Security, Climate Change Futures and Coastal Landscapes and Change . 2 hour examination. Paper 2: Dynamic Places, Human Systems and Geopolitics – Globalisation, Regenerating Places, Superpowers, Migration, Identity and Sovereignty or Health, Human Rights and Intervention. 2 hour examination Paper 3: Synoptic paper - The specification contains three synoptic themes within the compulsory content areas: Players Attitudes and actions Futures and uncertainties The synoptic investigation will be based on a geographical issue within a place-based context that links to the three synoptic themes and is rooted in two or more of the compulsory content areas. Coursework: Independent Investigation The purpose of this coursework is to test skills in independent investigation. The investigation will incorporate fieldwork data (collected individually or as part of a group) and own research and/or secondary data. A written report of 3000–4000 words. A residential field visit for a minimum of 4 days is an integral part of the course in preparation for the coursework.
What you need to get on
GCSE grade 5 in Geography GCSE grade 5 in Mathematics and English Language.
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
The Heathland School
Wellington Road South, HOUNSLOW, TW4 5JD
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · HOUNSLOW
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