Year 10 students will be completing 2 fieldwork days, which is part of their GCSE course. You can find out more information on Heathside Weybridge’s Sixth Form Courses pages. Students who enjoy this subject can continue their studies at Heathside Weybridge Sixth Form studying A Level Geography. There are many job options for a good geographer, for example Commercial/residential surveyor, Environmental consultant, Geographical information systems officer, Planning and development surveyor, Town planner, International aid/development worker, Logistics and distribution manager, Market researcher, Nature conservation officer, Tourism officer, Transport planner. The analytical and research skills gained from geography are attractive to a range of employers. Studying Geography opens up a variety of career opportunities.
Why consider this course?Īs well as being a fascinating subject, Geography equips students with a broad range of personal learning and thinking skills such as teamwork, independent enquiry and creative thinking - all highly valued by employers.
Three exams taken at the end of the course. GCSE Geography Edexcel B – Investigating Geographical Issues How is it assessed?Įxamination Board/Course Code: Edexcel Geography B (1GB0) This is completed through the Field Studies Council and the cost is approximately £50 - £80 per student. In order to meet the compulsory exam board requirements, 2 days of non-residential fieldwork is incorporated and it is mandatory that all Geography students attend and participate in the fieldwork. The GCSE Geography course at Heathside Walton-on-Thames will help students to apply their learning to the real world through fieldwork. In contemporary Britain it is vital that students recognise their responsibilities as global citizens and learn how they can contribute to a future that is sustainable and inclusive. Students will be able to develop their knowledge and understanding of geographical concepts and appreciate the relevance of these concepts to our changing world. We aim for students to be critical and reflective thinkers with enquiring minds. In this course students will have the opportunity to develop as effective and independent learners. Geography is unique in bridging the social sciences (human geography) with the natural sciences (physical geography). People and Environment Issues – Making Geographical Decisions: 25%, 64 marks, 1 hour and 15 minutes Enquiry based learning into People and the Biosphere, Forests under Threat and Consuming Energy Resources.The UK’s Evolving Human Landscape – Two studies of Dynamic Inner Cities and Changing Rural Settlements followed up by a local fieldwork investigation. UK Geographical Issues: 37.5%, 94 marks, 1 hour and 30 minutes – The UK’s Evolving Physical Landscape – Two studies of coastal and river landscapes and issues followed up by a local fieldwork investigation.Challenges of an Urbanizing Environment – A study of Mumbai, a mega city in an emerging country.Development Dynamics – An in-depth study of India, an emerging country. Global Geographical Issues: 37.5%, 94 marks, 1 hour and 30 minutes Hazardous Earth – Studies of tropical storms and tectonic hazards.In year 9 students are learning about the tropical rainforest and have the great opportunity to explore different biomes, such as the tropical rainforest, at Wisley Garden. Students can qualify to compete in a Geography Quiz against other schools in the area. Students in Geography will have many opportunities for extracurricular activities, starting with the World Wise Quiz. Pupils will complete an assessment and a knowledge test every half-term. BRICS – Brazil and Tropical Rainforests.
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