EDEXCEL Level 3 Advanced GCE in Geography
Qualification summary
A level specifications in Geography encourage students to:
• develop and apply their understanding of geographical concepts and processes to understand and interpret our changing world
• develop their awareness of the complexity of interactions within and between societies, economies, cultures and environments at scales from local to global
• develop as global citizens who recognise the challenges of sustainability and the implications for their own and others’ lives
• improve as critical and reflective learners aware of the importance of attitudes and values, including their own
• become adept in the use and application of skills and new technologies through their geographical studies both in and outside the classroom
• be inspired by the world around them, and gain enjoyment and satisfaction from their geographical studies and understand their relevance.
The Specification has been designed to allow geographers with a range of approaches and interests the flexibility to build programmes that suit their own particular needs. Those with key interests in distinct physical, human and environmental approaches will be able to use this Specification as well as those with integrated specialisms. Fieldwork and research skills are a key feature of both Advanced Subsidiary Unit 2 and A2 Unit 4. These units offer flexibility to centres with different fieldwork resources but usually with a view that some out of classroom activity is of value to the study of geography.
Qualification details
Accreditation start date:
Operational start date in centres:
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This qualification may form part of the entry requirements for progression to higher education or employment.
No specific job occupation
Multiple Choice Examination
Written Examination
All AS and A2 units are assessed through independent assessment and holistic assessment is addressed within A2 units.
The full Advanced GCE award consists of the two mandatory AS units (1 and 2), plus two mandatory A2 units (units 3 and 4). Students wishing to take the full Advanced GCE must complete all four units.
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R/500/8364 - Global Challenges
The relative percentage weighting of this unit within the qualifications is 30.00%.
Assessment Methods (these supersede the ones in the Unit Details):
• Multiple Choice Examination.
• Written Examination.
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M/500/8372 - Geographical Investigations
The relative percentage weighting of this unit within the qualifications is 20.00%.
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T/500/8373 - Contested Planet
The relative percentage weighting of this unit within the qualifications is 30.00%.
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A/500/8374 - Geographical Research
The relative percentage weighting of this unit within the qualifications is 20.00%.