Geography, a level

Course

In Waterlooville

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Description

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    Course

  • Location

    Waterlooville

2. Course description This interesting and challenging course will help you to successfully map out your future; If you are interested in the world around you, Geography is an ideal choice. You'll examine the relationship between people and their environment from scientific, political, economic and social perspectives., , This course looks at a variety of world issues such as climate change, natural disasters, health studies and questions of population as well as contemporary environmental and human issues. It's an excellent choice for developing skills including IT, research (including fieldwork), analysis, evaluation and decision-making., , Highly regarded by universities, Geography will be accepted for a huge range of courses, and provides a solid academic grounding for virtually any career you have in mind. You may progress onto degree level Geography, or along other routes including Ocean Science, Architecture, Economics, Engineering and Sport Science, and employment in the Armed Services and the travel and retail industries., , ,

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Location

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Waterlooville (Hampshire)
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College Road, PO7 8AA

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Course programme

3. Entry requirements A minimum of five GCSEs at grades A*-C, including English and Mathematics at grade 4 or above., 4. Equipment required No equipment required 5. Assessment method Physical Geography (2 hours 30 minutes (40%) , Human Geography (2 hours 30 minutes 40%), , There are two examinations in the June series in the second year. Both examinations will contain short answer data-response questions and an essay. , , There is a Fieldwork Investigation (20%): This is an independent piece of research on a topic related to the specification. Data can be collected in groups, but the topic and write-up must be the students own. The report of 3000-4000 words will be marked by the teacher and externally moderated. There is also Fieldwork and enrichment: Fieldwork is an essential part of the course (at least four days). Fieldwork associated with the investigation will be local, but enrichment opportunities will be offered, including overseas., , There is also Fieldwork and enrichment: Fieldwork is an essential part of the course (at least four days). Fieldwork associated with the investigation will be local, but enrichment opportunities will be offered, including overseas.,

Additional information

1. Qualification detail Qualification name Qualification Level Level 3 Course webpage http://southdowns.ac.uk/course/ Course type Full time Course start date 01 September 2017 Instruction language English Additional pricing information Fees to be confirmed. Usual concessions and support available. Please contact college for more information. Attendance pattern Daytime/working hours

Geography, a level

Price on request