Edexcel’s is the only specification to build a solid geographical foundation through popular, familiar topics while pushing forward the frontiers of A level geography. It sets the tone for future curriculum development in geography nationally.
This 4-unit specification allows a balance between students’ own particular physical, human and/or environmental interests and key geographical topics that provide them with the knowledge, understanding and skills for further study at higher education or for employment.
The specification has been designed to allow geographers the flexibility to build programmes that suit their own particular interests and needs. Fieldwork and research skills are a key feature of both the Advanced Subsidiary (AS) Unit 2 and the Advanced level (A2) Unit 4. These units offer flexibility to centres with varying and diverse fieldwork resources and approaches.
‘We have a preference for Edexcel’s GCE Geography as it includes global issues that are relevant to students today. It also uniquely provides students with a refreshing progression from a GCSE in Geography, with brand new topics that will stretch and inspire them.’ Sue Sampson, Head of Geography, Farnham College, Guildford