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GCE A Level in Geography

at Colchester County High School For Girls, Colchester · school or sixth form

Ofsted rated their sixth form provisionOutstanding2023see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Michael Palin recently said, “Geography is the subject which holds the key to our future" and, if you study A Level Geography, you will certainly be better prepared to understand the issues currently affecting our planet such as climate change and sea level rise. In addition to knowing about our planet and its people, those who choose to study A Level Geography will learn many life skills including an ability to think critically, research and communicate their thoughts through writing and other means. You will also learn the importance of team work and independent enquiry.

What you need to get on

The minimum entry requirement is 4 GCSEs at Grade 7 or above and 2 GCSEs at Grade 6 including English Language and Mathematics at a minimum of Grade 6. Students will be required to achieve at least a Grade 7 in each GCSE subject they wish to study at A Level.

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

  • Colchester County High School for Girls

    NORMAN WAY, COLCHESTER, CO3 3US

    DaytimeClassroom based
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