A2 Level in Geography

Course information:
A2 Level in Geography

Course content:

Units 1,2 & 3 are completed at AS Level

Unit 4
Physical systems processes and pattern
Atmospheric systems e.g. Hurricanes, ozone depletion and global warming.
Glacial systems
Ecosystems i.e. Tropical grassland and soil

Unit 5
Economic systems i.e. Classification of economic activity
Rural-urban interrelationships
Development processes

Unit 6
Synoptic - People and their environments

Assessment procedure:

Units 4 and 5 written examination 1 hour 30 minutes
Six semi-structured questions. Two questions will be set on each of the three areas of study.
Students must answer two questions out of the six.

Unit 6 written examination 2 hours
Section A: One compulsory exercise
Section B: Answer one essay question out of four.


Qualifications achieved:
GCE A2 Level Geography syllabus A

Progression opportunities:
Higher Education At University Geography can be combined with a wide variety of subjects such as Environmental Management, Sports Studies, Business Studies, Computer Studies, Geology, History, Transport Planning and Archaeology.
Geography can lead to working in the Environmental field, the Environment Agency. Also Town and Country Planning and surveying are options. Geography graduates can work in Education in both Primary and Secondary schools.

Free study and financial support:
Most full-time students do not have to pay for their course. We may also be able to help you with some of the extra costs associated with college, eg travel, childcare, equipment, books etc. In addition, if you have just left school, you may be eligible for an Educational Maintenance Allowance. Please ask us about â€-Money Matters†for more details.