"Geography is the subject which holds the key to our future" Michael Palin,
"Geography prepares for the world of work - geographers, with their skills of analysis are highly employable!"
"Without Geography - You are Knowhere!"
Geography is the study of how humans interact with the environment
You will develop a knowledge and understanding of current events from the local area to global….study the features of the earth - such as mountains, rivers and seas…. how they were formed ……gain an understanding and appreciation of the cultures and backgrounds of people from all over the world. It will enable you to learn and develop a number of skills that will be useful in the future.
Global Citizenship
Environmental Awareness
How to read and interpret various types of maps
Analyse and interpret different types of data
Use a variety of sources of information
Develop empathy for other people
Become a good communicator
Be able to solve problems by analysing data
Work well as part of a team
Equipped with these skills, Geographers are among the most employable people. The most popular career destinations are: •Management and Administration
41%
•Further training
25%
•Financial Sector
11%
•Retail Sector
10%
•Other professions
10%
(including media)
IGCSE Structure • Paper 1: 1 hour 45 mins Only answer 3 out of 6 questions.
• Paper 2: Skills paper 1 hour and 30 mins Answer all questions • Paper 4: Coursework Alternative 1 hour 30 mins answer all questions
IGCSE Topics • 4th Year
• 5th Year
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Plate Tectonics Weathering River Processes Marine Processes Settlement Leisure activities and Tourism • Weymouth Fieldtrip July
Weather and Climate Ecosystems Energy and Water Resources Trial examination main paper with skills in lesson • Interrelationships between natural environment and human activities • Environmental risks and benefits: resource conservation and management
Geography is part of our everyday lives, so come and discover the world around you.