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Geography

at The Compton School, London · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level18 monthsFull timeFree

What the college says

Geography is inherently multidisciplinary in a world that increasingly values people who have the skills needed to work across the physical and social sciences. Geography is an excellent subject for acquiring a variety of skills including research, problem-solving, critical thinking, statistical analysis, ICT skills, decision-making, group and individual presentation skills, teamwork, data collection and presentation. According to the Royal Geographical Society, 13% more students took the subject at A Level this year than last, up to 37,100 - the biggest jump of any of the major subjects.

What you need to get on

6 To gain entry to the Sixth Form students must have a minimum point score of 5.5 or above for your best 8 GCSE subjects.

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

  • The Compton School

    Summers Lane, London, N12 0QG

    DaytimeClassroom based
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