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Geography
is a diverse, dynamic and relevant subject in a constantly changing
world. As a subject it is unique in bridging the social and natural
sciences. The current AS-level and A-level syllabus gives students the
opportunity to obtain a sound understanding of the physical and human
processes operating in a variety of environments. |
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AS |
A2 |
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Human Geography |
Geographical Skills |
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The students will study 3 out
of 4 units. The units are Managing Urban Change, Managing
Rural Change and the Growth of Tourism. |
This paper is based on the
fieldwork carried out in June of L6 and the analysis and
evaluation of the data collected. |
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Physical Geography |
Global Issues |
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The students will study 3 out
of 4 units. The units are Coastal Environments, River
Environments, Hot Environments and Cold Environments.
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The students will study 3
units out of: Earth Hazards; Ecosystems Under Threat;
Climatic Hazards; Population and Resources; Globalisation
and Development and Inequalities. |
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Anyone intending to
study for a Geography degree will discover that this provides graduates
who are attractive to employers, and a very high percentage will find a
job soon after graduating. |