Geography is about understanding the Earth and our place within it.  It examines how places and countries differ, how natural and human environments interact, and it explores the connections between places, resources, people and development.  Geography examines why some places develop, while others remain in a state of instability, why some places are inflicted by catastrophic disasters while others not, and how the physical world can have such a dramatic influence on our daily lives.

What will I study?

River environments, hazardous disasters, ecosystems, rural vs urban environments, globalisation, development, field skills, cartographic skills.

How is it assessed?

The assessment of this qualification is through one 2 hour and 45 minute examination paper, set and marked by Edexcel.  This exam accounts for 100% of the grade awarded. There is no coursework in this subject.

What do I need?

A healthy interest in our planet and the processes which shape the physical and human worlds.  A desire to understand the science behind how our planet functions and the complex inter-relationships within it.

A sound ability to read and write as essays are required.  Basic mathematical skill as a range of graphing, field and cartographic skills will require some maths.