What are lessons like in this subject?
Studying AQA A-level Geography is both challenging and rewarding. The course covers a broad range of topics, including physical geography (like coastal systems and hazards) and human geography (such as changing places and global systems). You'll develop analytical, evaluative, and research skills through fieldwork and independent investigation (NEA). The content is engaging and often linked to real-world events, making it feel relevant and dynamic. Assessments include essays, data interpretation, and case study application, so strong writing and critical thinking are essential.
What will I study?
Component 1: Physical Geography- 40%
- Hazards
- Coastal systems and landscapes.
- Water and carbon
Component 2: Human Geography- 40%
- Changing places
- Resource security
- Global systems and governance
Component 3: NEA -20%
It helps to provide better understanding about struggles in the world, especially with human geography topics where we learn about how disasters affect different countries differently. I also love how it explains many geographical incidents such as volcanic activity.
Maariya Ahmed, Carlton Bolling
Geography
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