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Geography

at Ponteland High School · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Geography comprises physical and human geography. ? Unit 1 - Physical Geography covers: Tectonic Processes and Hazards, Landscape Systems, Processes and Change, The Water Cycle and Water Insecurity, The Carbon Cycle and Energy Security ? Unit 2 - Human Geography covers: Globalisation, Shaping Places , Superpowers Global Development and Connections ? Unit 3 ? Synoptic Unit The specification contains three synoptic themes within the compulsory content areas: Players; Attitudes and actions; Futures and uncertainties. The synoptic investigation will be based on a geographical issue within a place-based context that links to the three synoptic themes and is rooted in two or more of the compulsory content areas. ? Unit 4 ? Independent Investigation The student defines a question or issue for investigation, relating to the compulsory or optional content. The topic may relate to any aspect of geography contained within the specification The student?s investigation will incorporate fieldwork data (collected individually or as part of a group) and own research and/or secondary data. The student will produce a written report of 3000?4000 words. Fieldwork is a compulsory part of Geography, We will complete a 3 day residential in the Lake District during year 12.

What you need to get on

? Grade 6 in Geography ? Grade 4 in Maths ? Grade 5 English Language or Literature ? Minimum of two other subjects at Grade 4 or higher

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

  • Ponteland High School

    Callerton Lane Ponteland, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE20 9EG

    DaytimeClassroom based
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