A' Level Environmental Studies (AS and A2)

Course Description

This A' Level Environmental Studies Course is ideal for anyone wishing to gain a knowledge and understanding of this subject or for anyone who wishes to study at a higher level at University. You will also find this course extremely valuable if you are looking for a progression route for further training whilst employed.

This course is designed to develop students' knowledge of how different events and cycles interrelate within the environment and draws on experiences of how humans impact on events and cycles affecting the environment. Students also gain an understanding of strategies that can be used to minimise the problems caused.

On this course you will study four units:

AS Level

At AS, this specification develops a foundation of scientific knowledge and skills associated with the environment and how it works. Candidates study the biodiversity of life on Planet Earth and physical resources which are essential for life on Earth:

Unit 1: ENVS1 The Living Environment
Written examination: 1 hour

Unit 2: ENVS2 The Physical Environment
Written examination: 1 hour 30 minutes

A2 Level

At A2, the specification enables candidates to further develop their skills and understanding of How Science Works. Candidates examine Energy Resources and Environmental Pollution, and Biological Resources and Sustainability:

Unit 3: ENVS3  Energy Resources and Environmental Pollution
Written examination: 1 hour 30 minutes

Unit 4: ENVS4 Biological Resources and Sustainability
Written examination: 2 hours.

Previous Knowledge Required

It is recommended that students should be educated to GCSE Grade C or equivalent and have a reasonable standard of literacy. You have the freedom to start the course at any time and continue your studies at your own pace for a period of up to 18 months from initial registration with the full support of your Tutor.

Support

You will have dedicated Tutor Support for 18 months. All assignments are marked by one of our professional Tutors who will offer regular feedback and guide you through your course. You must have access to email in order to contact your Tutor.

You will be provided with the telephone number for your dedicated Student Support Team who will be available for any other queries that you may have whilst completing your course. You can be assured that you will receive unlimited support for your home study course, so there is no need to struggle or feel isolated during your studies.

Assessment

The course contains a number of assignments which your tutor will mark and give you valuable feedback on. You will also have access to quizzes to help you gauge your progress.

Students will be required to arrange and pay for their examinations at an AQA approved centre. We can provide an extensive list of these centres for you.