GEOGRAPHY

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Geography at A level involves the study of important and fascinating natural and human environments.

THE COURSE

The course investigates tectonic and weather hazards, coastal landscapes, the Earth’s life support systems (water, ecosystems and the atmosphere), issuesconcerning population growth, resource security, global governance issues and the management of urban areas.

You will develop many skills, which will be of value when you move into Higher Education or work: report writing, presentation techniques, teamwork, research methods, data collection, statistical analysis and competence in ICT.

Lessons are varied and involve: thinking tasks, decision – making, data analysis techniques, map skills and GIS, ICT, discussions, presentations, research, report writing, practical work and investigations.

Fieldwork will take place at several locations in Norfolk such as Winterton sand dunes, Cromer beach and Norwich City Centre. There is likely to be an opportunity to visit London to study the changing nature of urban regeneration.

The course is assessed by two written papers (80%) on both Physical and Human Geography content plus an individual investigation (20%). Students can choose a topic that interests them, based on any area of the course. They carry out individual fieldwork (with guidance) and complete a 3-4000 word report.

Paper 1 Physical Geography (35%)

Coasts

Hazards

Carbon & Water Cycle

Paper 2 Human Geography (35%)

Changing Places

Global Systems and Global Governance

Population & the Environment

Geography Fieldwork Investigation (Not an exam) (20%)