Geography

Curriculum Leader Humanities: Mr Steven Green

Examination: IGCSE Cambridge, CIE0976

Course Content

The 9-1 IGCSE in Geography is a two-year course with a 1h45m exam and a 1h30m exam taking place at the end of Year 11. The specification we follow consists of three themes: Population and Settlement, The Natural Environment, and Economic Development.

There is also an additional fieldwork element in which students complete a piece of Geographical Enquiry.

How will you be assessed? 

Paper 1: 1hr 45mins. 45% of final grade.

This paper assesses Geographical Themes.

Paper 2: 1hr 30mins. 27.5% of final grade.

This paper assesses Geographical Skills.

Geographical Enquiry: 27.5% of final grade.

A 2000 word report.

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?

“Geography is a living, breathing subject, constantly adapting itself to change. It is dynamic, relevant and many employers prize the knowledge and skills that it can provide, enabling geographers to work in a wide range of jobs.” Michael Palin

“Fieldwork is a really important part of Geography. Whether you go locally or get the chance to travel further away, it will be a brilliant opportunity to experience some of the things you have learnt about in class, see the world differently and of course have fun!” Royal Geographical Society

“There has never been a more important time to use geographical knowledge and skills. Geography opens up a range of choices for your future work and career.” Geographical Association

“Whether you want to help prevent climate change and natural disasters or improve quality of life and over-population, Geography equips you to make a difference in the world.” UCAS

“Geography is a subject for our times. It is inherently multi-disciplinary in a world that increasingly values people who have the ability to work across the physical and social sciences.” The Guardian Newspaper