Geography
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GeographyGCSE OutlineWhy Study Geography? Geography is an extremely relevant, up-to-date subject since it involves the study of most of the major problems which affect our planet today and looks at ways of solving these problems to produce a better world in future. It is the "green" subject in the sense that much emphasis is placed on caring for our environment. Issues studied in the course include world population and food supply, ways of providing help for lesser developed countries, the cutting down of rain forrests, pollution of air and water, and the problem of global warming. The course involves the study of a variety of sources including maps, graphs, photos, newspaper and magazine articles, cartoons, computer programs, weather maps and satellite photos. There are opportunities for studying the environment out-of-doors by using "field work" methods. Course Content 1. Physical and Environmental Geography
Entry Requirements G.C.S.E Geography with a pass at A-C grade (B grade preferred) as part of an overall pass rate of at least 5 subjects (A-C grades). Course Structure Unit GG1 Processes and Issues of the Physical Environment (Data response / structured extended prose, 1hr 15min) (16.7%) Unit GG2 Processes and Issues in the Human Environment (Data response / structured extended prose, 1hr 15min) (16.7%) Unit GG3 Investigative Geography (Application of Skills, 1hr 30min) (16.7%) The above units to be examined in January and June Year 13 Unit GG4 Geographical Processes and their Management ( Essays, 1hr 30min) (15%) Unit GG5 Sustainable Development - Synoptic Paper (Essay and a decision - making exercise, 3hrs) (20%) Unit GG6 Personal Enquiry (15%) Progression Progression into A-Level programmes through the AS course which has the actual role of providing a firm foundation to a full A-Level and working to the needs for pupils wishing initially only to commit themselves to one year of study. Six topics are developed to provide a coverage of global, regional and local scales. The aquisition of geographical skills through investigation within these topics allows the assessment of both geographical skills and the closely related Key Skills. Useful Websites |