Geography – Edexcel – AS 8GE01
Geography – Edexcel – A2 9GE01
Course Outline
This course will appeal to you if:
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You are curious about the world’s places, people and environments.
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You are interested in local, regional and global issues.
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You wish to explore human, physical and environmental geographical relationships.
Geography allows you to see why and how it is changing. It can enhance communication skills,
literacy and numeracy, ICT literacy, spatial awareness, team working, problem solving and
environmental awareness.
There will be opportunities to undertake fieldwork and research when investigating the topics
chosen. Fieldwork sites may be local, regional and or international and may involve additional
cost.
Course Details
AS - Geography
A2 - Geography
Unit 1:
Unit 3:
Global Challenges
Contested Planet
A written paper of 1½ hours duration with A written paper of 2½ hours duration. There will
supported multi-choice questions and questions be two short essay questions and one question
based on data.
on synoptic investigation.
(60% AS, 30% A2 Level)
(30% of total A Level)
Unit 2:
Geographical Investigations
A written paper of 1 hour duration consisting of
two questions based on data response,
investigation and evaluation skills.
(40% AS, 20% A2 Level)
Unit 4:
Geographical Research
A written paper of 1½ hours duration. There will
be one question based on a research option
topic.
(20% of total A Level)
Assessment Criteria
The specification followed is the one offered by Edexcel.
entirely by a final examination.
The course at all levels is assessed
Course requirements and progression
To follow the Geography course you would be expected to meet the general requirements for AS
Level courses. In addition, because the subject requires higher level writing skills, a Grade B or
higher at (I)GCSE Geography & English Language is required.
Geography provides you with a wealth of transferable skills that enables you to flourish in a wide
range of professions including: Advertising, Environmental Sustainability, Surveying, Marketing,
Charities, GIS, Data Analyst, Cartographer, Coastal Engineer, Flood Protection Manager, Travel,
Tourism, Cultural Guides, Human Rights Officer, and United Nations Diplomat.