Geography

In year 7, pupils are asked to consider the ways in which we are connected to other places around the world. They also cover topics such as geographical skills including map reading and the use of data collection equipment as can be seen by the photograph, settlement, weather and crime.

In year 8, pupils study topics on population, energy and the environment, Brazil, coasts and football.

By year 9 the pupils cover the EU and Italy, tourism, tectonics, rivers, climate and development. Some of these topics are covered in greater depth in years 10 and 11.

GCSE

There are many advantages to taking geography as a GCSE, particularly if you are unsure as to which career path to choose. Choosing geography helps to keep your options open as it bridges the gap between the sciences and the arts. GCSE geography is a requirement for entry into architecture, cartography, civil engineering, estate management, surveying, town planning, transport and tourism. It is also an advantage for entry into the armed forces, information services, business and finance, leisure, travel and tourism and many more. For many jobs it is advantageous to have GCSE geography as many skills are learned through the subject such as problem solving, decision making, map skills, and understanding of world and current events, an awareness of the interaction between the physical (tectonics, rocks and landscapes, coasts, ecosystems, rivers) and human (population, industry, tourism) environments, also analysing, interpreting and evaluating data.