Free Level 3 GCE AS Level in Geography Course in Oxford. Classes run at Wheatley Park School, with full-time daytime study over 12 months. Entry requires 4 to 5 GCSEs including English and maths at grade 4 (C) or above. The AQA GCE AS Level in Geography qualification covers physical and human geography, developing your ability to analyse data, evaluate evidence, and construct arguments. It sits at Level 3 and is widely accepted as part of university entry requirements.
Who this course is for
If you're thinking about a career in health and social care but not ready to commit entirely to a purely work related course, the National Extended Certificate gives you an introduction to the sector whilst allowing you to study other subjects alongside it. Equivalent in size to one A Level, if you take it as part of a programme of study that includes other work related or academic Level 3 qualifications it can help you to move on to to a wide range of higher education and training opportunities.
Entry requirements
4-5 GCSE's including English and maths at grade 4 (C) or above.
What you will learn
You'll study physical geography topics including landscapes, weather systems, and natural hazards.
You'll explore human geography themes such as population, urbanisation, and global development.
You'll analyse geographical data using maps, statistics, and fieldwork evidence.
You'll evaluate the relationship between people and their environments.
You'll construct and present reasoned geographical arguments in written form.
You'll develop skills in interpreting and applying geographical information to real-world issues.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based lessons at Wheatley Park School, combining teacher-led sessions with independent study. Assessment for the AQA GCE AS Level in Geography is by written examinations at the end of the course. Fieldwork is a component of the qualification; you'll gather and analyse data outside the classroom as part of your studies.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Wheatley Park School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Geography teacher (with further training and a degree)
Urban planner or planning assistant
Environmental consultant
GIS technician or mapping analyst
Sustainability officer
Humanitarian or development sector roles
Research assistant in environmental or social science
What you could study next
A Level Geography (Level 3): the natural next step, taking your studies to full A Level and strengthening university applications.
A Level Environmental Science (Level 3): complements geography with a focus on ecology and sustainability.
Access to Higher Education Diploma: an alternative route to university for those who want to change direction after AS Level study.
Undergraduate degree in Geography, Environmental Science, or Urban Planning: the level 3 GCE AS Level in Geography qualification supports entry alongside other Level 3 results.
