Geography A level

For entry into the Sixth Form to study 3 A' Levels, students are required to achieve 5 grades at 9-5 (or where applicable A*-C) including English Language and Mathematics at Grade 4 or above.

In exceptional cases, students that do not reach the entry criteria based on their attainment in English or mathematics will be admitted to the 6th form with the addition of GCSE retake classes in the appropriate subject to their timetable. This based on 6th form discretion.

While we would encourage students to study 3 A levels, in exceptional cases and following conversation at interview we may support a student to study 4. All students will have the option to study for Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) alongside their A levels.

A grade 6 is recommended in any subject that a student wishes to continue at A Level. Students are welcome to discuss entry criteria for specific subjects and to ensure that their subject choices match their goals and aspirations.

Students wishing to study Mathematics require a grade 6 and in Further Maths require a Grade 7 in the subject at GCSE.

A Level Geography

What is Geography all about?

The CNS Geography Department offers an issues-based approach to studying geography, enabling students to explore and evaluate contemporary geographical questions and issues such as the consequences of globalisation, responses to hazards, water insecurity and the impacts of regeneration. Students develop an in-depth understanding of physical and human geography, the complexity of people and environmental questions and issues, and to become critical, reflective and independent learners - in other words, geographers!

What will I be studying in Geography?

1. Tectonic processes and Hazards.
2. Glaciated landscopes and change.
3. Globalisation.
4. RTegenerating places.
5. The water cycle and water insecurity.
6. The carbon cycle and energy security.
7. Superpowers
8. Health, human rights and intervention.

What skills will I develop in Geography?

Content is framed by enquiry questions that encourage an investigative and evaluative approach to learning. Geographical skills and fieldwork are embedded throughout and the fieldwork skills required take us to the Lake District for a 4-day residential.

To complete an A Level in this subject it is necessary to achieve a Grade 5 at GCSE, although we strongly advise that students should be looking at achieving at least a Grade 6 at GCSE to have a secure platform for entry on to the course.

Where can studying SUBJECT lead?

Environmental Science, Geology, Geophysics, Meteorology, Surveying, Oceanography, Teaching, Town and County Planning, Housing, Travel and Tourism, Architecture, Cartography, Retail Management, Social Work.