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Year 11 Students

Opportunity to complete Geography (GCEA)

If you are interested in our changing world, Geography at A level could be for you. By studying how people interact with the physical world,…

What will I learn on this course? Year 12 The Dynamic Landscapes is made up of 2 areas of study: Tectonic Processes and Hazards Landscape Systems,…

How Will I Be Assessed? Content OverviewAssessment Overview Landscape Systems Earths Life Support Systems Geographical Skills Physical systems (01) 72…

The Diploma Programme geography course integrates both physical and human geography,…

Post-16/Key Stage 5 students

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The core Physical Geography is built around two main topics, Physical Landscape Systems and the Water and Carbon cycles.…

A level Geography is the perfect subject for students who wish to understand the world around them; to make sense of the complexities of the physical…

Students who wish to understand modern society, including climate change, natural disasters, overpopulation,…

We live in a dynamic world that is continually changing. As global citizens we all have a role in this and the changes impact every one of us.…

Geography gives students a view on issues facing the planet, such as physical world topics; managing coastal landscapes (fieldwork),…

A level geography provides the opportunity to deepen your understanding and enjoyment of the natural world alongside an increased appreciation of the…

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GCE A Level

Geography matters. It matters because it’s relevant. Geography’s relevance stems from the fact that it can lie at the heart of government policy makin…

Age range: 16-18

This course is for students who want to continue studying geography after GCSE. You'll already be familiar with some of the topics,…

The specification has been designed to allow geographers the flexibility to build programmes that suit their own particular interests and needs using…

School leavers aged 16 to 19

Geography helps you to make sense of the world around you. It’s hands on, it’s relevant, and it’s fun.…

Modern 'Geography' is about the study of the earth as the home of people. It develops a knowledge and understanding of the world in which we live and…

Pupils will study core Human and Physical Geography. Pupils will study the values and attitudes of decision makers.…