Geography
Students explore physical and human geography, climate change, global development, natural hazards and sustainability. Fieldwork develops real‑world investigative skills.
You will study this course to:
- Explore the natural world and global issues facing us in the 21st century.
- Understand more about the United Kingdon and it’s challenges.
What will you learn in years 10 and 11:
Throughout years 10 and 11, you will examine a range of physical and human geography topics at national and global scale. This will expand on what you have learned in Key Stage 3 Geography.
The GCSE specification covers units such as development and economic change, natural hazards and physical landscapes in the UK. You will also learn about global ecosystems and how we manage vital resources such as food, water and energy. You will examine the challenges facing urban environments around the world and within the UK. In addition to this you will take part in two fieldwork investigations which will assist with paper 3
How you will be assessed:
Exam board: AQA
Qualification: Geography
Assessment Model: You will sit three written papers
Paper 1: Physical Environment (35% of GCSE)
Paper 2: Human Environment (35% of GCSE)
Paper 3: Geography Applications (30%)
Suggested future careers this course can lead to:
- Town planning
- Environmental Engineer
- Meteorologist
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