Geography
at Sacred Heart Catholic High School, Newcastle Upon Tyne · school or sixth form
What the college says
Geography is a modern and engaging subject which gives students an understanding of the complex range of conflicts and issues affecting our planet. Topics in Year 12 include tectonic processes and hazards, coastal landscapes and change, globalisation and diverse places. Year 13 topics includes water and energy security, climate change futures, superpowers and global development. There is also an independent non-examined assessment project based on fieldwork and research completed throughout the two years of study. There will be a number of fieldwork days in the UK and a residential trip.
What you need to get on
An Average GCSE Point Score of 5 is required. English Language, Maths and Geography grade 5 are also requirements of this course.
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
Sacred Heart Catholic High School
Fenham Hall Drive, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE4 9YH
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Newcastle upon Tyne
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