What are the entry requirements?
You'll need a grade 4 in GCSE English, a grade 4 in GCSE Maths, and two grade 4s in GCSE Science (or one grade 4 plus a Merit in Level 2 BTEC/OCR Science). No previous knowledge of Geography is required, though you'll need to complete transition work over the summer.
What will you learn?
You'll study core topics including tectonic hazards, globalisation, the water and carbon cycles, and superpowers, alongside options like coastal landscapes or health and human rights. You'll also carry out your own independent fieldwork investigation.
What's involved in the coursework?
You'll define your own question or issue to investigate, collect fieldwork data individually or in a group, and produce a written report of 3,000 to 4,000 words, supported by four days of fieldwork through the course.
What can this course lead to?
Geography is highly valued by top universities and supports applications for degrees from Engineering to Politics. Graduates are recognised as some of the most employable, working in finance, environmental consultancy, planning and more.
