A Level Geography

Why Study Cambridge A Level Geography?

‘Geography explains the past, illuminates the present and prepares us for the future. What could be more important than that?’ Michael Palin 2007 (former RGS-IBG President).

At A Level, Geography is a ‘facilitating subject’. Its combination of physical and social sciences, data skills and real-world applications, makes Geography a highly relevant subject to study and the perfect companion to any other humanities or science subjects. Geography is the bridge between the natural and social sciences, providing its own specialist knowledge and skills and the valuable interdisciplinary approaches needed to address pressing global issues from climate change and migration, to environmental change and social cohesion. Geography is fundamental to understanding and interpreting spatial and temporal change and issues affecting people, places and environments. It encourages students to understand contemporary issues and the complexity of environmental systems. Students gain an understanding of the impacts of human activity on environments and how these impacts can be managed sustainably.

A Level Geography is a versatile qualification that is well respected by employers and universities alike. Employers highly value Geography qualifications because Geography students can think logically and analytically. They are accurate and objective in collecting, recording, processing, presenting, analysing and interpreting data. They can also interpret and evaluate different sources and types of information and present a structured, coherent and evidence-based argument. If you want to better understand our world, a rewarding job that pays well and to help shape the future, then look no further: choose Geography.

‘Geography prepares for the world of work – geographers, with their skills of analysis are highly employable!’ Michael Palin.

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The Syllabus and Exam

Our course will prepare you for the Cambridge International Examinations Syllabus 9696. Exams take place in June and November.

For exams from 2018 onwards:

For the AS in Geography you will take: Paper 1: Core Physical Geography worth 50% of the AS level or 25% of the full A Level. (1 hour and 30 minutes) Paper 2: Core Human Geography worth 50% of the AS level or 25% of the full A Level. (1 hour and 30 minutes)

For the full A Level qualification, in addition to the AS papers above, you will take: Paper 3: Advanced Physical Geography Options worth 25% of the full A Level. (1 hour and 30 minutes) Paper 4: Advanced Human Geography Options  worth 25% of the full A Level. (1 hour and 30 minutes)

There are Cambridge exam centres in over 150 countries.  We can provide details of the most convenient.