Geography

Introduction to A level Geography video

Promotional video for A level Geography at BISR.mp4

Pearson Edexcel International Advanced Level

(YGE01) (XGE01)

As a facilitating subject, A level Geography equips students with a range of academic and practical skills; and is highly regarded by universities and prospective employers.

An integral part of the Geography A level course is the field trip to Sri Lanka or Cyprus, where students develop enquiry skills such as: planning a practical investigation; collecting primary and secondary data; analysing and interpreting results; evaluating techniques and making recommendations.

Geographers enjoy a breadth of career options, including a wide range of pathways for university and employment. A level Geography can also act as a strong fourth subject for students pursuing a career in Engineering, Medicine, International Relations, Economics, Politics, Finance and Law. Geographers are known to be among the most successful in gaining post-graduate employment.

COURSE OVERVIEW

AS Unit 1:

World At Risk: Global Hazards & Climate Change
Going Global: Globalisation, Population & Migration

AS Unit 2:

Crowded Coasts: Coastal Processes, Ecosystems & Management
Urban Regeneration: Problems and Solutions in Urban Environments

A2 Unit 3:

Atmosphere and Weather Systems
Biodiversity Under Threat
Energy Security or Water Conflicts
Superpowers or Bridging the Development Gap

A2 Unit 4:

Students choose to research one of the following:

Tectonic Activity & Hazards
Feeding the World’s People
Cultural Diversity: People & Landscapes
Human Health & Disease

Assessed Content

AS Paper 1: 1h35m (60%)

AS Paper 2: 1h30m (40%)

A2 Paper 1: 2h00m (60%)

A2 Paper 2: 1h30m (40%)

Key Skills

Capable leadership in the field
Ability to operate independently
Effective communication with others
Using initiative and problem solving
Adaptability and resilience to overcome challenges
Effective collaboration and teamwork
Planning and risk assessing fieldwork
Presenting analysis and conclusions
Project management through fieldwork
Data analysis and interpretation

Career Opportunities

International Relations
Risk Analysis & Insurance
Government Policy
Urban Planning & Architecture
Transport & Logistics
Population Demographics
Computer Mapping
Economic Development
Environmental Conservation

Energy & Infrastructure
Disaster Forecasting & Response
Investment & Economic Forecasting
Media & Communications
Tourism & Hospitality
Corporate Social Responsibility
Environmental Science
Green Technologies & Sustainability
Coastal Management & Protection
Global Trade & Commerce

Why choose Geography?

“A level Geography is recognised for its academic robustness and as being one of the key facilitating subjects for entry to degree level study.” Michael Palin

“Geography opens doors to other degrees such as business and administrative

studies, law, engineering, technology and the other social and physical sciences.” Royal Geographical Society

“Geography isn’t just intrinsically interesting and valuable, it encourages ways of seeing and thinking that makes geographers eminently employable.

Geography is the must-have A level.” The Guardian Newspaper

“Through Geography, your understanding of complex issues will stand you in good stead if you choose to specialise in a specific geographic discipline, but equally will allow you to work in other careers and industries.” UCAS

“Geography is highly valued by universities as an A Level choice and as a facilitating subject it will keep more options open at the university level.” Royal Geographical Society

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