Subject
Geography
KS5 Subject Leader
David Ayres
[email protected] Exam Board
Edexcel A Level Geography
Examination Structure
Linear A Level Three Written Exams and Coursework Paper 1, 2 hours 15mins (Physical Geography) Paper 2, 2 hours 15mins (Human Geography) Paper 3, 2 hours 15mins (Synoptic Investigation)
Entry Requirements
Geography GCSE: grade B Or if did not take Geography GCSE, Science GCSE grade B
Specification
http://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-a-levels/geography-20 16.html
Formal Internal Assessments
Year 12 End of topic tests Hazards Regeneration Globalisation Coasts Internal Preliminary Exams - June Paper 1, 1 hour 30mins Globalisation and Regeneration Paper 2, 1 hour 30mins Hazards and Coasts Year 13 End of topic tests Carbon Cycle Superpowers Water Cycle Migration Identity and Sovereignty Internal Trial Exams - January Paper 1, 2 hours 15mins (Physical Geography) Paper 2, 2 hours 15mins (Human Geography) Paper 3, 2 hours 15mins (Synoptic Investigation)
Progress is also assessed via:
Regular quizzes Timed and homework essays and practice questions
Year 1 Curriculum
Hazards Regeneration
Globalisation Coasts Fieldwork methods and coursework preparation Year 2 Curriculum
Carbon Cycle Superpowers Water Cycle Migration Identity and Sovereignty Coursework production
What resources are provided by the department to support students learning?
E Book, all students have access to the online version of the following textbooks
Folder / Equipment Requirements
You will be provided with an exercise book for each topic (4 books in year 12 and 4 in year 13). You will need a book cover for each one.
Oxford (Kerboodle) Edexcel A Level Geography Pearson (ActiveLearn) Edexcel A Level geography
You will need a calculator, highlighters, colouring pencils, ruler, scissors and glue. A separate kit list will be sent prior to fieldtrips, although you may want to invest in a decent waterproof jacket now. What resources can parents buy to support learning?
You may wish to purchase hard copies of the textbooks: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Edexcel-level-Geography-Book-Third/dp/1471856542 https://www.amazon.co.uk/Geography-Edexcel-Level-Year-Student/dp/0198366 450/ref=pd_bxgy_14_img_2/258-1256225-3850803?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&r efRID=CNK6PH9DC1CFGQSF64J5 https://www.amazon.co.uk/d/Books/Edexcel-GCE-Geography-Level-Student-eBo ok-2016/1292139625/ref=pd_sim_14_2?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=DZ4Z PRH06Z7T3H74WDHA
What can parents to support students progress?
Check books are well presented and that feedback has been acted on. Discuss topical issues, encourage students to watch the news and read a newspaper. Look at revision plans and resources. Encourage students to take initiative to seek out help, both in school and out, from teachers, peers and online. when required. Ensure students prepare for end of unit tests. Ensure time is well balanced and students are taking interest in hobbies or activities beyond the curriculum. Monitor progress via Go4Schools Encourage students to follow 5 step revision plan
Useful online resources for revision and independent work
Teachers will direct students to appropriate websites throughout the course. BBC Bitesize may prove useful for giving students a grounding in topics they have not studied at GCSE.
Extra Curricular Opportunities
Compulsory field trips to Manchester (November of year 12) and Dorset (October of year 13). Optional trip to Iceland or Italy (alternating each year)