Geography
Aims
Geography explains the world around you. From countryside to global issues Geography tackles the big questions: environmental responsibility; our global interdependence; cultural understanding and tolerance; and commerce, trade and industry. Geography gives you an understanding of the world in which we live. Without Geography you are nowhere.
Approach
A variety of teaching and learning approaches are used to help students learn a wide range of skills, ideas and knowledge. We encourage students to investigate and analyse. The successful student will develop an increased interest and curiosity in the world around them.
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Topics
The course brings the study of Geography to life by exploring key themes and contemporary issues in the context of real places.
You will study:
● Living in the UK Today: Landscapes, People and Challenges● The World Around Us: Ecosystems, Population and Environmental Threats
● Geographical Skills: Geographical Skills and Fieldwork
Assessment
The student’s knowledge, understanding and skills are assessed in three ways:
1. Living in the UK Today 1hr 30%
2. The world Around Us 1hr 30%
3. Geographical Skills and Fieldwork 1hr and 30 mins 40%
Further Education and Career Opportunities
What do you want to be? Enjoy studying Geography? You are more likely to get a good exam result in a subject you find interesting and Geography can literally take you places. Any aspect of a Geography course could launch you into a career; interested in the environment and ecosystems? You could become a conservation manager or work for the Environment Agency. While this may be a direct use of your geographical studies, other employers (e.g. marketing and financial services) will look for the problem-solving, analytical and team working skills taught through Geography. So Geography as an exam option can not only take you to many places around the world; it can also open up far more career opportunities than you could possibly imagine.
To be Successful on this Course you will
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Be interested in the world around you
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Enjoy exploring current global issues
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Be able to work individually and in small groups