Year 12 Component 1: Physical Geography We focus on major stores of water and carbon and the dynamic cyclical relationships associated with them. These are major elements in the environment and understanding them is key to physical geography. This section focuses on coastal zones, which are environments in which landscapes develop by interaction of winds, waves, currents and sediments. We study lithosphere and the atmosphere which present hazards to human populations, often in dramatic fashion. By exploring the origin and nature of hazards and the various ways in which people respond to them, you will engage with many dimensions of the relationships between people and the environment. Year 13 Component 2: Human Geography We look at globalisation, the economic, political and social changes associated with technology and other driving forces which are a key feature of the economy and society. Students engage with important dimensions of globalisation with focus on international trade and access to markets and global governance. We focus on urban growth and change which present environmental and social challenges. We examine issues such as the potential for environmental sustainability and social cohesion. Engaging with these themes in a range of urban settings from contrasting areas of the world provides opportunity to appreciate human diversity and develop insight into profound questions of equity and sustainability. Component 3: Geography Investigation All students are required to undertake fieldwork in relation to physical and human geography. Students are required to undertake an independent investigation. This must incorporate a significant element of fieldwork. Independent does not mean lone working! What is important is that students work on their own on contextualising, analysing and reporting of their work to produce an independent investigation which demonstrates fieldwork knowledge, skills and understanding.
Name: Geography Qualification title: GCE A Level in Geography Qualification type: Assessment Awarding Assessment & Qualifications Alliance Created 20160224 14:28:57 Updated 20160224 14:28:57
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Hornsea School and Language College
Community School
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Eastgate Town: Hornsea
Title: GCE A Level in Geography Qualification: GCE A Level in Geography Classification: Social Sciences