Geography A Level

Prospective scholars can apply directly to us via our website which can be found using the following link: https://astreaacademysheffield.applicaa.com/year12

We welcome as many applications as possible

A Level Geography examines the awe-inspiring natural processes of our beautiful planet, helping us to appreciate and value its landscapes, oceans and ecosystems. Geography is about places, people, culture and identity. As we face global challenges on an unprecedented scale, geography will allow you to study the ‘big ideas’. It will excite and challenge your perceptions, stimulate your investigative and analytical skills and develop your ability to examine complexity and to think critically.

Who is this suitable for?

Scholars who are interested in pressing global issues and enjoy learning about people and their societies, economies, cultures and the environment

Scholars who are keen to develop a wide range of skills and apply these to real-world problems

What will I be studying?

1: Physical geography A: Water and carbon cycles B: Coastal systems and landscapes C: Hazards

2: Human geography A: Global systems & global governance B: Changing places C: Urban environments

3: Geography fieldwork investigation: Students complete an individual investigation.

How will I be assessed?

Component 1: Physical geography. 2 hours 30 minutes - 120 marks - 40%

Component 2: Human geography. 2 hours 30 minutes - 120 marks - 40%

Component 3: Geography fieldwork investigation 3,000–4,000 words - 60 marks - 20%

minimum of grade 6 in GCSE Geography

What subjects go with Geography?

Geography lends itself to other social sciences including psychology and sociology as well as biology and maths.

Where could it lead me?

Geographers are valued in the workplace for their multidisciplinary approach to solving problems and for the range of data analysis at which they are adept. Whether your future career lies in the environmental sector, business, education, the natural or social sciences, the media, in geospatial industries or in travel, geography opens up a range of choices for your future work and career.

Trips: A residential field trip to the Cranedale Centre, North Yorkshire.