You will be expected to research, discuss, analyse and evaluate contemporary issues and undertake decision-making exercises. You will undertake data interpretation, manipulation, analysis and evaluation. You will have the opportunity to carry out practical fieldwork investigations and develop problem-solving skills. You will learn about geographical events, the environment, current affairs and world problems such as natural hazards, climate change, trans-national companies and the plight of refugees. You will develop the ability to write and communicate ideas clearly and effectively. Geography enables students to gain an understanding of how and why both global and local environments have developed and are changing. It bridges both 'sciences' and 'humanities' and develops the key skills of Application of Number, Communication, Information Technology, Citizenship and Sustainable Development.
Name: Geography 'AS' & 'A2' (Edexcel) Qualification title: Geography 'AS' & 'A2' (Edexcel) Qualification type: GCE A/AS Level or equivalent Assessment AS consists of two examinations; Global Challenge which explores the World at Risk and Going Global. This looks at human and physical risks to life as we know it, and how the world is now shrinking and people are becoming more interconnected. The second unit is based on Geographical fieldwork and investigations. Two modules at A2 focus on Contested Planet and Geographical research. This looks at resource distribution, inequality and environmental management. An essential element of this course is based on fieldwork. All students at AS level are expected to complete residential fieldwork, which they will be examined on at the end of Y12. Awarding Pearson Education Ltd (Formerly EDEXCEL) Created 20151116 15:21:40 Updated 20161107 09:13:10
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Temple Moor High School Science College
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