Overview

Geography

Introduction

At Eckington School, our primary aim is to nurture global citizens who possess a profound understanding of the intricacies of the world around them. We believe that true global citizens comprehend not only their immediate surroundings but also the lives and cultures of people from diverse backgrounds. Acknowledging the inevitability of change, we strive to equip our students with the knowledge of how these changes impact our lives and the environments we inhabit.

To achieve this, students at Eckington actively engage in the learning process by asking challenging questions, acquiring a diverse range of skills, and honing their abilities to articulate ideas and opinions about the world. We recognise that these skills are essential for fostering critical thinking and a holistic understanding of global issues.

As our students transition from Eckington, our goal is for them to possess a deep awareness of their place in the world. We aspire for them to think like geographers, applying a spatial and analytical lens to their decisions about the future. This comprehensive approach not only prepares them for academic success but also instils in them a sense of responsibility as informed and engaged global citizens.

Qualification

A-level

Awarding body

AQA

Course leader

B Jessop

Assessment

• Examination: 80%
• Non-examined assessment: 20%
  • A minimum of four days fieldwork outside of the classroom and submission of a geography fieldwork investigation of 3000 to 4000 words. The investigation can be based on data collected during our compulsory residential field-course or on a relevant geographical concept of the student’s own choice.