Geography AS/A Level

The A Level in Geography will encourage you to look at the physical nature of the planet and the influence human activity has on it.

Description

With climate change and environmental issues high on everyone's agenda, geography remains an important course of study.

You will be encouraged to look at the physical nature of the planet and the influence human activity has on it. Changes in population structures and increased urbanisation will also be covered in the human geography section, while coastal environments, watercourses and volcanic activity will be studied in physical geography.

How long is the course?

Both the AS and A2 take one year each.

Success rates

A2 pass rate for 2012 was 100%.

What will I study?

With climate change and environmental issues high on everyone’s agenda, geography remains an important course of study. You will be encouraged to look at the physical nature of the planet and the influence human activity has on it. Changes in population structures and the impacts of increased urbanisation and globalisation will also be covered in the human geography section, while extreme weather events, watercourses, tectonic activity and natural disasters will be studied in physical geography.

What else can I do?

The A Level in Geogrpahy combines well with Biology, ICT, Law and Sociology

What does the course lead to?

Occupations in civil engineering, surveying, teaching, ecology and conservation are all potential career paths for A Level Geography students. Further study at university is possible on courses such as environmental management, social policy, conservation studies and any science or terrestrial-related degrees.

What can I go on to study?

Further study at university is possible on courses such as Environmental Management, Social Policy, Conservation Studies and Science or Terrestrial-related degrees.

Other related courses at the college

• Biology AS/A Level
• Government and Politics AS/A Level
• ICT AS/A Level
• Law AS/A Level
• Sociology AS/A Level

Entry requirements

You must possess five GCSEs at grade C or above, which must include English, mathematics and a humanities subject from one of the following: history, geography, RE, humanities, sociology or ethics.

How do I apply?

To apply, simply complete the A Levels online application form.

You don’t need to apply for each subject area you are interested in. Once we have received your application form we will invite you into college for an interview or audition where we will be able to discuss every aspect of the course you have chosen, as well as any alternatives you may be considering. You will also have the opportunity to visit the areas of the college used for your programme choice.

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