Geography

Geography GCSE (Edexcel B)

Welcome to the Geography GCSE options page. Here you will find a video outlining the course, answers to common questions and careers information.

As always, please do get in contact if any questions you have are not answered here by emailing harvey.owen@kingsacademies.uk

What will we be studying on the Geography GCSE?

Component 1: Global Geographical Issues

This component will consider geographical issues on a global scale, looking at a range of natural hazards, such as earthquakes and extreme weather conditions.

Students will go on to consider the challenges presented by megacities and will debate and theorise solutions to global inequality.

Component 2: UK Geographical Issues

This section will consider localised geographical issues within the UK. They will study physical issues created by coastal dynamics and river geomorphology, such as flooding.

They will also learn about the human geography of the UK through urbanisation, demographic transition to an advanced economy, transport infrastructure, dereliction, deprivation, urban greening and regeneration; debating solutions to the UK’s evolving population concerns.

Component 3: People and the Environment Issues

Finally, students will be able to engage with problems that are a real passion for their generation by learning about the interactions between humans and the environment. Students will debate the best way of tackling deforestation, the unsustainable consumption of our energy resources and the looming climate crisis.

How is the Geography GCSE assessed?

The Geography GCSE is assessed through 3 exam papers at the end of Y11.

Each exam paper contains a mixture of:

Short answer or multiple choice questions
Statistical, graphical and map analysis questions
Essay style questions

Over the journey of the course students will encounter all of the relevant question styles and be given the opportunities and tools to excel at each one.

The papers are divided as followed:

Paper 1 (1 hour 30 minutes):

Global Geographical Issues (37.5% of qualification)

Paper 2 (1 hour 30 minutes):

UK Geographical Issues (37.5% of qualification)

Paper 3 (1 hour 30 minutes):

People and the Environment - Decision Making Paper (25% of qualification)

There is no coursework for this qualification.

For a more detailed look, please visit the Edexcel GCSE website: https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-gcses/geography-b-2016.html

FAQs

Do I need to select a Humanities?

Yes! You will need to choose either History or Geography in the Humanities option block.

However, the option is also available for you to pick the other subject as one of your 2 option choices. For example, you can select Geography as your Humanities choice and then select History as one of your 2 other options.

What additional materials and equipment will I need to study History?

You will need a folder and dividers for keeping your revision materials and notes in. Keeping this organised is essential and so wallets and/or dividers may be helpful.

For each unit that we study there is a course textbook. This will be used alongside other materials in class.

There are revision guides and flashcards produced by both the exam board and CGP but you will be given more information about these when you begin the course.

Will Geography be taught in sets?

No, we believe that mixed-ability teaching provides all learners with the best possible outcomes. Teachers will adapt their teaching to the students who are present in their class.

What will homework look like?

Homework will vary between examination questions, regular revision tasks and pre-reading for lessons. It is essential that homework is completed so that maximum progress can be made in lesson time.

What kind of students does a Geography GCSE suit?

Passionate and curious about the natural world around them.
Someone who enjoys problem solving, engaging in writing structured essays and talking like a Geographer.
Ready to use map skills to interpret geospatial data and tackle statistical questions.
Organised with course materials.
Committed to regularly recap learning.
Dedicated to completing wider reading and research to expand your knowledge.

Where can studying Geography take you?

The analytical and research skills gained from your geography studies are attractive to a range of employers.

Jobs directly related to Geography include (click on the job to find out more):

Jobs where your Geography would be very useful include (click on the job to find out more):

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