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A Level Geography

at Altrincham College, Altrincham · college

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

The broad nature of the subject makes it a useful foundation for many degrees. Combined with this, the transferable skills of a high level of literacy, numeracy, reporting skills, an ability to collect data, well-developed skills in ICT and a problem-solving mentality make Geographers highly employable graduates. Many go on to jobs in finance, marketing and management, with other careers including surveying, environmental management, consultancy and journalism. At A Level there are two exam papers, one covering physical geography and the other human geography. There is also a coursework element worth 20% of the total grade.

What you need to get on

Five GCSEs at grades 9-5 including English Language and Maths. Grade 6 or above 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

  • Altrincham College Sixth Form

    Green Lane Timperley, Altrincham, WA15 8QW

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Altrincham

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