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Geography Course content and structure Component 1: Physical Geography

Fieldwork In Lower Sixth, pupils undertake urban and physical fieldwork which involves local trips in London and we also hope to offer an optional overseas residential trip. ICT Pupils will have the opportunity to use Geographical Information Systems (GIS). GIS is an interactive computer programme designed to allow pupils to analyse spatial relationships between sets of data. It encourages pupils to think laterally about problems and make links between geographical concepts and places.

Syllabus AQA 7037 Entry requirements At least Grade 7 in (I)GCSE Geography

The study of core physical concepts including the water and carbon cycles, glacial environments, and natural hazards such as wildfires, earthquakes and tropical cyclones. The central approach is to understand how these natural systems function and the challenges of managing human impacts and behaviour on them. 2 1/2 hour written paper (40% of A level). Component 2: Human Geography An issues-based approach to contemporary human topics including globalisation and super powers, urban change and the environment, and the changing nature of place. 2 1/2 hour written paper (40% of A level). Component 3: Geographical Investigation (NEA) Pupils submit a piece of work which is externally moderated and contributes to their final A-level grade. Pupils are taught how to conduct enquiries through a number of local trips and then complete their own enquiry worth 20% of the A level.

University and careers links At university level, Geography can be taught as a single subject or as part of a combination. Common disciplines studied with Geography include Social Anthropology, Biology, Economics, Environmental Science and Urban Planning. There is room to specialise on most university courses and many encourage students to become established human or physical geographers during their final year. Geography provides a unique view of the world; it encourages a broad and synoptic outlook, challenges assumptions and inspires forward thinking. Geography graduates engage critically and imaginatively with the world and, therefore, are considered highly employable.

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