Geography A Level

Eduqas A Level Geography

Geography is a dynamic, future-proof subject which offers the opportunity to investigate a wide range of contemporary geographical themes and issues. The course covers the complex interaction of the processes that shape our world, and explores how human intervention affects the environment.

Topics studied include:

• Changing Places

• Global Governance

• Global Systems

• Tectonics

• Changing Landscapes: study of coastal landscapes

• Energy Challenges and Dilemmas

• Ecosystems

• Fieldwork: Fieldwork is compulsory element of A Level Geography. Students will complete at least four days of fieldwork over the two years, including a residential visit in the UK. Previous residential trips include North Wales, Whitby and the North York Moors, and the Lake District.

Paper 1 - 20.5%

• Changing landscapes - coastal landscapes

• Changing places

Paper 2 - 27.5%

• Global Systems - water and carbon cycles

• Global Governance and challenge

• 21st Century challenges - this links components 1 and 2

Paper 3 - 32%

• Tectonic hazards

• Ecosystems

• Energy challenges and dilemma’s

Non-Exam Assessment (Coursework) - 20%

• Written report of around 4000 words

• An investigation report based on students’ own research into an area of Geography of their choosing.

A minimum of five GCSEs at Grade 9 – 4. This MUST include:

• Mathematics Grade 4 AND

• English Language Grade 5

Plus

Grade 5 in Geography (if studied)

AND Grade 5 in English Language OR Literature

Due to the wide range of transferable skills that Geography provides students with it is a very popular subject with universities and potential employers, and complements almost all other subjects.

Geography can lead to a university degree, either in Geography or as a combined course such as: Environmental Science, Politics and International Relations, Urban Planning and Economics. It is also a useful A-Level subject for careers in Law, Media, and Social Sciences.