Free Level 3 GCE A Level in Geography Course in Nottingham. Classes run at Redhill Academy. You'll need 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including a grade 4 in English or Maths, to join. The course covers water conflicts, energy security, superpowers, the development gap, tectonic hazards, and migration. You'll work with maps, GIS skills, data analysis, photos, and videos. The level 3 GCE A Level in Geography classes run full-time over two years.
Who this course is for
The Course will cover a range of current topics which are affecting the world today such as water conflicts, energy security, superpowers, the development gap, tectonic hazards, migration and many more. You will learn in a variety of ways such as by using maps, GIS skills, data analysis, photos and videos. Contact provider for more information
Entry requirements
5 GCSE Grade 9-4 (including a grade 4 in either English or Maths). A grade 4 in GCSE Geography would be an advantage
What you will learn
You'll analyse water conflicts and energy security issues affecting the world today.
You'll study the role of superpowers and the causes of the development gap.
You'll examine tectonic hazards and their human and physical impacts.
You'll explore migration patterns and their social and economic effects.
You'll use GIS skills and data analysis to interpret geographical information.
You'll read and interpret maps, photographs, and video sources.
You'll develop extended written arguments and geographical case studies.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based lessons using maps, GIS tools, data analysis, photographs, and videos. Assessment for the Pearson Edexcel GCE A Level in Geography is by written examinations at the end of the two-year course, along with an independent investigation (non-exam assessment) that you research and write up yourself.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Redhill Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Urban planner: supports land use and development decisions
Environmental consultant: advises on sustainability and environmental impact
GIS analyst: maps and interprets spatial data for organisations
Transport planner: plans infrastructure and travel networks
Cartographer: produces maps and geographical data products
Climate policy researcher: analyses environmental and climate data
International development officer: works on global inequality and aid programmes
What you could study next
Degree in Geography or Environmental Science: the natural next step after the level 3 GCE A Level in Geography qualification, opening roles in research, planning, and environmental work.
Degree in Urban Planning or Human Geography: focuses on cities, land use, and social geography.
Degree in Earth Sciences or Geology: builds on physical geography and tectonic content covered at A Level.
