A' Level Geography (AS/A2)
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Course
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Methodology
Distance Learning
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Duration
2 Years
The specification of A' Level Geography embraces contemporary Geography whilst retaining key elements of traditional Geography. The subject content follows an 'issues and impacts' approach throughout. It has a developmental structure which helps to facilitate progression through the course and beyond to link with the demands of higher level study.
Objectives of the course
This specification is designed to:
build naturally on GCSE knowledge, with minimal repetition of content
develop fieldwork skills
increase choice of topics, e.g. between fieldwork investigation or issue evaluation papers
stimulate the study of geographical issues and impacts
develop a specialist interest within geography
provide a seamless progression to higher education and employment
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About this course
Key Topics
There are many modules that make up A-Level Geography. The main modules are as follows:
AS Level
Unit 1 – Physical and Human Geography
Unit 2 – Geographical Skills
A2 Level
Unit 3 – Contemporary Geographical Issues
Unit 4 – Geography Field Work Investigation OR Geographical Issue Evaluation
No Entry Requirements
AQA A level in Geography.
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- IT
- Geography
- Geographical Skills
- Human Geography
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Course programme
A level in Geography
How is the course structured?
The A' Level Geography is divided into four comprehensive modules:
AS Level
Unit 1 Physical and Human Geography
The study of core geographical concepts along with contrasting themes of contemporary or environmental impact, management and sustainability.
Unit 2 Geographical Skills
A geographical skills paper based on the content of Unit 1.
Skills include: investigative, cartographic, graphical, ICT and statistical skills.
A2 Level
Unit 3 Contemporary Geographical Issues
An issues-based approach to contemporary geographical themes.
Unit 4A Geography Field Work Investigation
This unit gives candidates the opportunity to extend an area of the subject content into a more detailed fieldwork study.
Candidates analyse and evaluate their fieldwork in response to the questions set. In addition, candidates will be assessed on fieldwork skills.
or: Unit 4B Geographical Issue Evaluation
This unit gives candidates the opportunity to use their skills of analysis, synthesis and evaluation.
An advance information booklet is pre-released 2 months prior to the exam to facilitate candidates' research into an area which extends from the specification content.
Course Fees
Our aim is to provide you with the best deal available, therefore registration fee, certification fee and full tutor support is included in the course price for you. The enrolment fee for the A' Level Geography home study course is £450, though for a limited time we are offering you the opportunity to pay only £360 which is a 20% discount if you enrol online and pay in full.
You can also opt for our Easy Payment Plan and enrol online today by paying a deposit of £90 and then 4 equal payments of £90 per month. The first instalment is paid about a month after you receive your course.
Online Version : £360
Paper Version : £390
A' Level Geography (AS/A2)