Geography

Geography helps you to make sense of the world around you. It is hands on, it is relevant and it is fun. Studying geography will give you the chance to get to grips with some of the big questions and understand the social, economic and physical forces and processes which shape and change our world.

There are so many ways of learning in geography. It is very practical with opportunities to learn new skills such as modern computer based mapping (called GIS), map skills, interpreting photographs, fieldwork skills, presenting, role play and debating techniques. Fieldwork, or working outside the classroom is a really important part of geography. Whether you go locally or get the chance to travel further away it will be a brilliant opportunity to experience some of the things you have learnt about in class, see things differently and of course have fun.

Key Stage 3

In Years 7, 8 and 9 students study a range of topics including:

• India
• China
• Antarctica
• Tourism
• Ecosystems
• Plate Tectonics
• Weather and Climate
• Energy and Climate Change
• Map Skills and Fieldwork

Key Stage 4

Geography is offered as an option subject at GCSE. Students will have the opportunity to study the following topics:

• Rivers and Coasts
• Population and Settlement
• Natural Hazards
• Economic Development

Key Stage 5

Geography is available at A-level and enables students to really study topics in depth. We offer the following topics:

• The World at Risk
• Going Global
• Crowded Coasts
• Rebranding