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A Level Geography in Birmingham for 16 to 18 Year Olds

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAQA awarding body

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About this course

Free A Level Geography Course in Birmingham. Classes run at Colmers School and Sixth Form College. You'll need five GCSEs at grade 4 to 9, including GCSE Geography at grade 5, to join. The course runs full-time over two years and covers physical and human geography, including data analysis, GIS, and independent fieldwork research. It's a strong foundation for geography-related degrees and a wide range of careers.

Who this course is for

Do you enjoy independent research and the chance to study topics in greater depth? Do you have a natural curiosity about the world we live in and how it is changing? Do you want to use a wide range of learning styles such as GIS, videos, data analysis, photo analysis, viewpoint analysis and higher level thinking skills? If the answer is yes, then Geography is for you!

Entry requirements

5 GSCE Grade 4-9 inc GCSE Geography Grade 5

What you will learn

  • You'll analyse physical geography topics such as landscapes, hazards, and climate.
  • You'll explore human geography including urban change, global systems, and resource management.
  • You'll use GIS tools to interpret and present geographical data.
  • You'll develop skills in data analysis, photo analysis, and viewpoint analysis.
  • You'll carry out independent fieldwork research and write it up in depth.
  • You'll evaluate geographical arguments using higher-level thinking skills.
  • You'll interpret maps, statistics, and visual sources to support your conclusions.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom lessons, GIS work, data and photo analysis, and independent research. Assessment is through written examinations at the end of the two years, covering physical geography, human geography, and geographical debates. You'll also complete a non-examined assessment based on independent fieldwork, which counts toward your final grade.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Colmers School and Sixth Form College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Geography teacher - share geographical knowledge in schools
  • Urban planner - shape how towns and cities develop
  • Environmental consultant - advise on land use and sustainability
  • GIS analyst - map and interpret spatial data for organisations
  • Cartographer - produce maps and geographical visualisations
  • Climate change analyst - research and report on environmental change
  • International development officer - work on global aid and policy projects

What you could study next

A Level Geography is widely accepted as entry to degree-level study. You could go on to a BA or BSc in Geography, Environmental Science, Urban Planning, or International Development. If you're interested in data and mapping, a degree with a GIS specialism is worth exploring. Some students use it as one of three A Levels to meet entry requirements for broader degrees in social sciences, earth sciences, or education.

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