Free Level 3 IB Higher Level Geography Course in Royal Tunbridge Wells. Classes run at Skinners' Kent Academy, full-time during the day. To join, you'll need at least a grade 4 in GCSE English and Maths, plus three other GCSEs at grades 4 to 9. You'll also need a grade 5 in Geography and Sciences, or a grade 6 in Sciences if you didn't study Geography. The course runs over two years and covers physical and human geography at a demanding international level. You'll sit the IB Higher Level Geography Certificate at the end.
Who this course is for
New learner
Entry requirements
Minimum of GCSE grade 4 (G4) in English and Mathematics plus 3 other GCSEs at grades 9-4 (A*-C)
Plus: Grade 5 in Geography and 5 in Sciences (or if Geography was not studied 6 in Sciences)
What you will learn
You'll study physical geography, including landscapes, climate, and natural hazards.
You'll explore human geography topics such as population, urbanisation, and global development.
You'll analyse the relationship between people and the environment.
You'll evaluate geographic data and interpret maps, graphs, and statistics.
You'll develop extended writing skills through essays and structured responses.
You'll complete a fieldwork investigation and write up your findings.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom lessons, discussion, and fieldwork. Assessment is through written examinations at the end of the two-year course, covering both physical and human geography. You'll also complete an internal assessment based on independent fieldwork research, which is marked by your teacher and moderated externally.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Skinners' Kent Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Geography teacher: teach geography in schools after a PGCE
Urban planner: work on land use and development projects
Environmental consultant: advise on sustainability and environmental impact
GIS analyst: map and analyse geographic data for organisations
International development officer: work with NGOs on global projects
Climate policy researcher: support government or think-tank research
Cartographer: produce maps and spatial data products
What you could study next
BA or BSc Geography (university degree): the natural next step, covering physical, human, or environmental geography in depth.
BSc Environmental Science: builds on the environmental themes in IB Higher Level Geography.
BA International Relations or Development Studies: suits learners drawn to the human geography and global issues content.
BSc Urban Planning: leads directly into planning and built-environment careers.
