Understanding the world around us is important at any age and at Westbourne we believe that Geography is a fascinating and varied subject which helps pupils to enquire about the environment in which they live. Our studies develop a number of different skills including describing and analysing data, understanding map and encouraging attitudes and views.
Our aim is to promote a love of Geography, both Human and Physical. All pupils study Geography in Year 7 and 8 and 9 after which it becomes an optional subject. And at every age we believe that a practical approach is both fun and informative, which is why we offer a full programme of field events, bringing Geography to life.
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What will I learn?
The Geography department at Westbourne School offers:
An engaging and varied curriculum across all key stages
Good uptake of pupils at KS4
Consistently good exam results
A range of exciting field trips
Invaluable experience and qualifications for a wide range of future careers
A well-resourced department suited to all types of learners
Close links with AQA examining board in which staff take roles e.g Examinations Team Leader.
Year 7
Global Location, Mapwork, Settlement, Coasts, Rivers, OS Mapwork
Year 8 Tectonics, Weather and Climate, Industry and Sheffield, Ecosystems
Year 9
Extreme Atmospheric Hazards, Development, Glaciation, Antarctica
GCSE
The new AQA GCSE removes Controlled Assessment but introduces a third examination.
There will now be three terminal exams:
Unit 1: Living with the physical environment (1hr 30mins)
Unit 2: Challenges in the human environment (1hr 30mins)
Unit 3: Geographical applications (1hr 15 mins)
Unit 1
The challenge of natural hazards
Physical landscapes in the UK
The living world
Unit 2
Urban issues and challenges
The changing economic world
The challenge of resource management
Unit 3
Issue evaluation
Fieldwork
Geographical skills
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