Geography
Geography is the study of the Earth's diverse range of natural and human environments. The issues you will learn about include some of the most important challenges facing society today, including natural hazards, global development, population growth, depletion of resources and global climate change.
Course content
AS: Comprises two main themes:
- Physical Environments: Topics include tectonic processes and hazards, rivers and drainage basins and climate change.
- Human Environments: Topics include population and settlement change.
A2:Comprises taught practical and field based activities. The main themes are glacial environments, development and sustainability. These issues are also investigated on the field trip to the French Alps.
Entry requirements
AS Geography is suitable for students who didn't study the subject at GCSE. However, we expect all students to have GCSE Grade C in English and Maths.
Method of assessment
There are two exams for both AS and A Level.
Progression
Students who studied Geography at SRC Bede Sixth Form have gone on to a range of career opportunities including, business, research, teaching, town planning, leisure and tourism and law.
Awarding Body: WJEC
AS: 1 year – A Level: 2 years
How to Apply?
You can apply online using our Online Application Form.
Alternatively, you can call 01642 373 250 for all enquiries.
Please note that the contents published in this course guide are correct at the time of publication.
The college reserves the right to make changes or withdraw courses.