A Level Geography
at Harlow College, Harlow · college
What the college says
This subject combines aspects of human and physical geography. Students will look at how landscapes are formed and shaped, and begin to understand the value and vulnerability of the resources the Earth provides. Alongside this students will learn about how and why patterns in human settlement and migration have changed over the years, alongside aspects of social change such as rebranding and development of areas and consumerism patterns.
What you need to get on
A minimum score of 5 from 7 GCSEs to include English, Maths, and science along with four other GCSE grades or equivalent (not including short courses or Citizenship). See Subject Requirements Guide for details. GCSE English Language or English Literature at score of 5 or above; GCSE Geography at score 5 or above preferred. It is not essential to have studied Geography to GCSE.
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
Harlow College
Velizy Avenue, Harlow, CM20 3LH
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Start dates
- 7 September 2026 · Harlow
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