A Level Geography
at Ark St Alban'S Academy, Birmingham · school or sixth form
What the college says
Studying Geography helps explain much of what is going on in the world right now, from climate change and natural disasters, to globalisation and the Arab Spring. Geography helps us make sense of a complex and dynamic world. It was been defined amongst the key ‘facilitating’ or ‘hard’ subjects in a guide compiled by the Russell Group (the UK’s leading universities). - See more at: http://arkstalbans.org/sixth-form/courses#sthash.gR3FJjDY.dpuf
What you need to get on
B grade in GCSE Geography. Preferably a B in GCSE Maths. An enquiring mind, interest in world affairs and a willingness to explore are important. 4 GSCE Grade A* to C
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
St Alban's Academy
Conybere Street, Birmingham, B12 0YH
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Birmingham
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