Environmental Studies Fast Track A Level (Full AS+A2)
Description
Environmental Studies A LevelAbout A Levels
A levels are subject-specific qualifications normally studied after GCSEs or International GCSEs, though they are appropriate at any age to gain a qualification in a subject in which you are interested.
The qualification is made up of two levels: the AS level and the A2 level. The AS level is the first half of a full A level and is a qualification on its own. The A2 level builds on the knowledge gained from both the AS level, as well as the GCSE level. Both the AS and A2 levels and examinations must be successfully completed to gain a full A level.
Students usually take 1 year to complete the AS and a further year to complete the A2 - so a full A …
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About A Levels
A levels are subject-specific qualifications normally studied after GCSEs or International GCSEs, though they are appropriate at any age to gain a qualification in a subject in which you are interested.
The qualification is made up of two levels: the AS level and the A2 level. The AS level is the first half of a full A level and is a qualification on its own. The A2 level builds on the knowledge gained from both the AS level, as well as the GCSE level. Both the AS and A2 levels and examinations must be successfully completed to gain a full A level.
Students usually take 1 year to complete the AS and a further year to complete the A2 - so a full A level usually takes two years. This fast track A level, however, lets you complete the course in half the time (i.e. one year instead of two years). The fast track A level works in exactly the same way and you get the same certificate as you would on the two-year course.
A levels are highly valued by schools, colleges and employers. They are at level 3 on the National Qualifications Framework and they carry UCAS points, which will be awarded according to the grade achieved (A = 120, B = 100, C = 80).
Many courses at university or college will require you to take A levels in certain subjects. We recommend you check the requirements for those courses and take the appropriate subject A levels.
About Our A Level Environment Studies Course
The Environmental Studies specification enables students to gain an insight into the environment, and the scientific processes that control and affect it. The central theme is the development of an understanding of how different events and cycles within the environment interrelate, how they influence subsequent environmental events, the human impacts on these events and cycles, and the strategies that can be used to minimise the problems caused.
What Can I Do After Completing This A Level in Environmental Studies?
Getting A levels can provide you with a variety of options, such as work, further study or an apprenticeship.
After successful completion of this course, you could apply to university, a BTEC Higher National, NVQ, a BTEC Apprenticeship or a mixture of these qualifications.
If you are applying to a UK university you are likely to apply through the University and College Admission Service (UCAS). You can find out more about UCAS and how A levels are valued by Further and Higher education institutes on the UCAS website.
Financing Your Environment A Level
While our 'Fees' tab below shows only full
payment options, we do offer alternatives for financing your A
level course. You can either pay everything up front so you don't
have to think about it again, or we have an instalment payment plan
available, whereby you pay a deposit of £100.84 plus 5 monthly
intalments of £60.84.
To take advantage of our monthly instalment plan, you'll need to contact us directly to enrol at +44 (0) 1288 356300, or info@stonebridge.uk.com.
Syllabus
This is a complete revision of the AQA GCE Environmental Studies specification.
The AS course is divided into two units, the first of which is divided into 4 topics, and the second of which is divided into 3 topics. All of the topics will require reference to the textbook and selected websites. At the end of each topic is a set of key words. After studying the topic you should be able to give the meaning of each of these words. At the end of each topic there is a tutor-marked assessment which, when completed, should be sent to your tutor.
Environmental Studies is an interdisciplinary subject covering different branches of science and geography and there is much terminology that is associated with the subject. You are expected not only to recognise and understand these terms in examination papers, but use them correctly in your answers. If you have problems remembering terms it is a good idea to write them on index cards as you go along and use these to help you learn them.
Each unit of the course corresponds to the examination unit. The topics may be of different length and difficulty.
The Course is laid out as follows: Unit 1 The Living Environment Topic 1 Conditions for Life on Earth Topic 2 Wildlife Conservation Topic 3 Life Processes in the Biosphere Topic 4 Land Resources Unit 2 The Physical Environment Topic 5 The Atmosphere Topic 6 The Hydrosphere Topic 7 The Lithosphere Unit 3 Energy Resources andEnvironmental Pollution Topic 8 Energy Topic 9 Pollution Unit 4 The Physical Environment Topic 10 Human Populations Topic 11 Food Production Systems Topic 12 Aquatic Food Production Systems Topic 13 Forestry Topic 14 Sustainability At the end of each topic is a tutor marked assignment. This course covers all the content of the AQA AS Environmental Studies units AS-ENVS1 and AS-ENVS2, and the AQA Environmental Studies A2 units ENVS3 and ENVS4. For more information about this course, including recommended texts, practical work and examinations, please view this A Level Environmental Studies Syllabus. You can find the full syllabus for this course at www.aqa.org.uk Study Hours
Approximately 300 hours.
Qualifications
Qualification: AS/A2 - A level in Environmental Studies
On successful completion of this course you will receive a AS/A2 A level in Environmental Studies from AQA. Both AS and A2 level courses and examinations must be successfully completed to gain a full A level. Specification: AQA (Full A Level) 2440, AQA (AS) 1441 and AQA (A2) 2441
AQA is a leading provider of GCSE and A level qualifications and support services for teachers and students. It provides qualifications that are valued by employers and higher education and enable students to progress to the next stage in their lives.
A levels are at level 3 on the National Qualifications Framework, and they carry UCAS points, which will be awarded according to the grade achieved (A = 120, B = 100, C = 80).
Requirements for Entry
Basic English reading and writing skills, as full tutor support is given.
Basic English reading and writing skills, as full tutor support is given.
Benefits
What's IncludedOnline learning documentation, online resources, plus priority tutor support for 1 year.
More InformationJanuary 2013 will be the last January exam period. All future exams will be held during the May - June exam period only.
Students are required to arrange and pay for their examinations and manage the course work element if the subject requires this. Students must check the relevant examination board website for further information and final examination sitting dates for the specification.
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