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A Level Geography

at Sir Thomas Rich'S School, Gloucester · school or sixth form

Ofsted rated their post-16 provisionStrong standard2025see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level22 monthsFull time

What the college says

The new A Level specification we have selected for Sir Thomas Rich’s students provides a good balance of Physical and Human Geography. In Physical Geography we study themes such as glaciation, tectonics and hydrology. This study will include several days fieldwork, some of which will take place in Snowdonia, and students will be encouraged with ideas for their own independent investigations. The Human Geography includes traditional topics such as development and settlement but with a contemporary theme, for example rebranding and global governance. Assessement: From 2016 we will study EDUQAS (WJEC) Geography course. Component 1. Written examination (30%) Changing Landscapes—Glaciation, with a focus on Snowdonia. Includes residential fieldwork. Changing Places— Rural and urban settlement issues including rebranding, globalisation and economic change. Component 2. Written examination (30%) Global Systems—Water and carbon cycles. This includes traditional study of hydrology. Global Governance: Change and challenges - This includes global migration issues and the challenge of governing the worlds oceans. Component 3. Written examination (20%) Tectonic Hazards—Earthquakes and volcanoes. Contemporary Themes—Weather and Climate. Development in an African context. Component 4. Independent investigation (20%) This project will be supported through local and residential fieldwork investigations.

What you need to get on

As per current prospectus.

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

  • Sir Thomas Rich's School

    Oakleaze, Gloucester, GL2 0LF

    DaytimeClassroom based
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