Geography

GCSE Geography is engaging and relevant to today’s geographers. This qualification enables you to explore the world and all the incredible natural processes which occur in it. In addition, you will study the impact of human activity, investigate the changes we make to places and suggest solutions to improve the ecosystems in which we live. From the coastal bays and headlands through the scorching desert to the tropical rainforests you will build on your geographical knowledge. You will make decisions on how to improve places and improve quality of life. You will assess the response to hurricanes and earthquakes in Haiti and Japan. You will visit Birmingham to look at the quality of life in different parts of the city and evaluate regeneration strategies. As part of your physical Fieldwork you will travel to the coast at Hunstanton and investigate coastal processes and management. You will develop a variety of skills in decision making, working as part of a team, numeracy and research skills which are excellent skills for the future.

The three components are:

Assessment

Straightforward assessments that is accessible for all abilities – there are three externally examined papers that provide gradual progression in demand throughout the topics. Across all three assessments there is consistent use of 12 different command words so that students know what to expect.

3 written exams – 1 hour 30 minutes and require the use of a calculator:

Requirements

Calculator

Full equipment including coloured pencils

CGP – Revision Guide: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Grade-GCSE-Geography-Edexcel-Investigating/dp/1782946217/ref=sr_1_5?dchild=1&keywords=CGP+revision+guide+Edexcel+Geography&qid=1610983091&sr=8-5 (Available from the school)

Revision Guide: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Grade-GCSE-Geography-Edexcel-Investigating/dp/1782946217/ref=sr_1_5?dchild=1&keywords=+revision+guide+Edexcel+Geography&qid=1610983091&sr=8-5 (Available from the school)

Where can it lead?

Career opportunities (Average Salary per year (2021)):

Employers include:

Post-16 opportunities

If successful in this course students could develop their knowledge and skills further by studying A-level Geography. A Geography GCSE and A-level is highly recognised by Russell group institutions and can then lead to degrees in the following:

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