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A Level Geography in Clitheroe for 16 to 18 Year Olds

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start3 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyWJEC awarding body

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About this course

Free Level 3 GCE A Level in Geography Course in Clitheroe. Classes run at Clitheroe Royal Grammar School, full-time over two years. You'll study geography on local, national, and global scales, developing analytical and investigative skills alongside fieldwork and data analysis. The course challenges your understanding of the complex issues the world faces today, from environmental change to human geography. You'll complete an Independent Investigation as part of your assessment. Entry requires a minimum of four GCSEs at grade 6, including at least grade 4 in English and Maths, and grade 5 or above in GCSE Geography.

Who this course is for

Studying Geography on local, national and global scales will enable you to engage critically with real world issues and develop a deeper understanding of the diverse issues the world faces in the 21st Century. It will challenge your perceptions and stimulate your investigative and analytical skills. Students will gain vital geographical, fieldwork and life skills including awareness of different attitudes and values, decision-making, and data analysis. The Independent Investigation is a great opportunity for students to investigate an area of Geography that interests them. The department aims to inspire a love of Geography by drawing on issues that are contemporary and relevant to a student’s own experiences. There is no better time to study Geography!

Entry requirements

A minimum of 4 GCSEs at grade 6 with at least grade 4 in English and Mathematics. You should also have grade 5 or above in GCSE Geography.

What you will learn

  • You'll analyse geographical issues at local, national, and global scales.
  • You'll develop fieldwork skills through practical, hands-on investigation.
  • You'll interpret and analyse data to support geographical arguments.
  • You'll evaluate different attitudes, values, and decision-making processes.
  • You'll complete an Independent Investigation on a topic of your choice.
  • You'll build critical thinking skills applied to real-world environmental and human geography issues.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based lessons, fieldwork, and independent study. Assessment includes written examinations and a personal Independent Investigation, which is a piece of individual research you carry out and write up. The WJEC specification sets the structure for both the exams and the investigation. Fieldwork is a core part of the course and feeds directly into your assessed work.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Clitheroe Royal Grammar School will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Geography teacher: teach geography in schools after further training.
  • Urban planner: work on land use, housing, and development projects.
  • Environmental consultant: advise organisations on sustainability and impact.
  • GIS analyst: map and interpret spatial data for public or private sector.
  • Cartographer: produce maps and geographical data products.
  • Climate change analyst: research and report on environmental change.
  • International development officer: work on global humanitarian or aid programmes.

What you could study next

A Level Geography is widely accepted for university entry across a range of subjects. You could go on to study a BA or BSc in Geography, Environmental Science, Urban Planning, or International Development. It also supports entry to degrees in Economics, Politics, or Earth Sciences. If you want to teach, a Geography degree followed by a PGCE is the standard route. Some students use it as part of a broader A Level combination for entry to law, business, or social science degrees.

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