KJS Sixth Form Prospectus 2027-28

Geography What’s it all about? Geography is a contemporary subject that looks at the relationship between population and the physical environment at a variety of scales from local to global. The units studied offer opportunities for you to consider your own values and attitudes to themes and issues discussed, as well as those of the decision makers. It also encourages the acquisition of a broad range of skills, including the ability to deal with statistics and analyse maps and other kinds of data. Some GCSE topics will be touched on but there are many new ones to learn about. There’s a lot more depth in the ones you think you know all about! Fieldwork is a vital part of any A Level Geography course. over the course of the two years you will complete four days of field work which will prepare you for your independent fieldwork investigation in Year 13. These field trips include visits to Leeds, Malham and the Holderness Coast. Exam and Assessment Information: The course explores a wide range of contemporary geographical issues across both physical and human geography. In physical geography, you will study coastal systems and landscapes, water and carbon cycles, and natural hazards. You will explore how natural processes shape our planet and the challenges they can create for people and places. In human geography, you will study changing places, contemporary urban environments, and global systems and governance. You will explore how places change, how cities develop, and how our increasingly interconnected world is shaped by global flows and relationships. Throughout the course, you will apply new geographical theories and ideas to a range of in-depth case studies from the UK and around the world . “Technology may seem to overcome the distances between us in both mental and physical space, but it is easy to forget that the land where we live, work, and raise our children is hugely important and that the choices of those who lead the seven billion inhabitants of this planet will to some degree always be shaped by the rivers, mountains, deserts, lakes, and seas that constrain us all—as they always have.” Tim Marshall, Author. Our students say … ”I enjoy Geography because there is a wide range of topics covered across the physical and human sides of the course. This breadth gives you a better understanding of the world we live in. The fieldwork is a highlight as it really helps to develop your independent research skills and ultimately, it is a great day out!” “Geography is a good balance between science and social science. It allows you to understand how the world works and the processes underpinning it all. If you are naturally curios about the world around you and how and why it works then Geography is definitely for you.” What next? You will gain a wide range of skills so you will be well equipped to enter a variety of jobs and degree courses, including environmental and recreation management, pollution science, global futures, transport studies, geology and oceanography. Geography graduates are highly sought after and post-graduate unemployment is low. To get started: GCSE Geography at grade 5 is required. English Language or Literature at grade 4 and Mathematics at grade 4. Geography is a broad subject and works well with many different combinations of subjects. Some students are scientists, others study a number of humanities subjects. You will be required to do some statistical analyses so a good level of maths is required. Entry Requirements Five GCSEs at Grade 4 and above including English and Maths AND Grade 5 in GCSE Geography π 30