Lift Rawlett

Geography

Summary of the course

Living with the physical environment

PAPER 1

Global hazards (The Tohoku earthquake and tsunami, volcanoes, hurricanes and also extreme weather in the UK).

Climate change (causes, consequences and management)

The living world- understanding the environment- tropical rainforests and cold environments (Arctic)

The UK’s physical landscapes -studying rivers and coastal areas

Challenges in the human environment

‍

PAPER 2

Issues facing our cities (including Rio de Janeiro and Birmingham studies)

Changing economic world - changing development, trade, wealth, industries and business

The challenge of resource management (including food, water, energy)

Geographical applications and skills

‍

PAPER 3

‍Geography issues - problem solving based upon a geography issue.

Geography fieldwork (a focus on learning from the 2 field trips- rivers and urban)

Further information

https://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/geography/gcse/geography-8035

What could this course lead to

Because geographers are trained to analyse data, understand global systems, and solve complex problems, the career paths are virtually limitless.

Sustainable Futures: Careers in Environmental Consultancy, Conservation, and Renewable Energy.
Built Environments: Roles in Town Planning, Property Development, Surveying, and Architecture.
Global Logistics: Essential for Transport Management, Supply Chain Logistics, and GIS (Mapping) Specialists.
Public Service & Risk: Strategic roles in the Armed Forces, Emergency Services, and Hazard Prediction (e.g., Flood Management).
Business & Law: High-level positions in Accountancy, Insurance (Risk Assessment), and Environmental Law.

Awarding body

AQA

Assessment

Living with the physical environment:

PAPER 1
Physical Environment
Written exam: 1 hour 30 minutes = 35%

PAPER 2
Challenges in the Human Envrionment
Written exam: 1 hour 30 minutes = 35%

PAPER 3
Geographical Applications
Written exam: 1 hour 15 minutes = 30%

News and events