GCE A Level in Geography
at One Sixth Form College, Ipswich · sixth form college
What the college says
Students should be curious about the world around them and have an interest in current affairs. Ability to self-motivate and carry out independent study is also important due to the coursework component. Geography is a subject that is useful to any student as it encourages students to develop a range of skills including: essay and report writing, verbal presentations; analysing and solving problems, working with statistics, interpreting data and text and presenting data. Students will need to possess a real drive to investigate and evaluate current concerns, for our planet. They will contribute to class discussion with the ability to question ideas and evidence presented and should have the ability to work to a deadline and to read around the subject. There is a high level of statistical analysis and use of data through the course. Geographical information systems (GIS) are utilised through the course to support analysis of space and place.
What you need to get on
At least 6 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4, including GCSE English Language, and meeting the entry criteria of individual subjects (Level 2 vocational qualifications at Merit or Distinction will be treated as equivalent to one GCSE) Grade 5 in GCSE English Language and Mathematics, along with a grade 5 in Geography at GCSE. Applicants who have not taken Geography at GCSE will be considered on an individual basis.
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
One Sixth Form College
Scrivener Drive Pinewood, Ipswich, IP8 3SU
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Ipswich
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