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Geography

Course Code: ASMGEO

Level: 3

Study mode: Full time

Duration: 2 years

Course Code: ASMGEO

Level: 3

Study mode: Full time

Duration: 2 years

Geography focuses on the study of issues which affect us all; from global warming to migration and conflict over land and resources. You will look at world patterns before trying to understand the human and scientific processes behind these patterns.

Course content

We then explore the issues in depth. One of the key questions concerns equality (is everyone affected equally?) and who is responsible for solving these problems – should the superpowers do more? You will look at both high-tech solutions and more common-sense approaches and assess what difference these might make to the lives of people on our planet.

A compulsory field trip will help you to prepare for your coursework.

What do I need?

You will need to have GCSEs with 2 grade 6s and 3 grade 5s including a grade 5 in Geography, English Language and Maths. A good grade (5 and above) in Biology, or Double Science is desirable.

How will I be assessed?

Geography is a 2-year, ‘linear’ qualification with internal mock exams at the end of the first year. The course features exam papers in both Human and Physical Geography and a paper which focuses on bringing together your knowledge of the whole 2 years to look at some of the big issues of our times. There is also a 4000 word piece of coursework.

Where can it take me?

You can progress to an exciting range of higher level courses, including Applied Science HNC/D or a Higher Apprenticeship. You could also consider a related degree, such as Human & Physical Geography, Geology, Environmental Studies, International Relations, Economics, Land Economy, Teaching, Law, History and Psychology.

Additional information

This is a two year course.

Contact

Curriculum Director: Ross Nicholls

Email: rnicholls@halesowen.ac.uk

Course Code: ASMGEO

Level: 3

Study mode: Full time

Duration: 2 years

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