Geography
at King Ecgbert School, Sheffield · school or sixth form
What the college says
Michael Palin said, “Geography is the subject which holds the key to our future.” Geography tackles the big issues: Environmental responsibility Global interdependence Cultural understanding and tolerance A main aim of the course is an understanding of the world in which we live and especially the links between people and their environment, whether local, national or global.
What you need to get on
Grade 5 or above in Geography (Individual cases considered on merit)
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
King Ecgbert
Totley Brook Road Dore, Sheffield, S17 3QU
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Sheffield
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