A Level Geography: OCR. 3 papers

• Paper 1 - Physical geography 1.5 hours
• Paper 2 - Human Geography 1.5 hours
• Paper 3 - Geographical Applications 2.5 hours

OCR Geography Paper 1 focusses on Physical Geography, exploring natural processes and landscapes. Key topics include the study of rivers, coasts, and ecosystems and climate change. It examines how natural forces shape the environment and the impact of human activity on these processes. Studying physical geography is essential because it helps students understand the natural world, the risks associated with hazards like earthquakes and floods, and the importance of managing natural resources and protecting ecosystems in a changing climate.

Studying OCR Geography topics like Changing Places, Making Spaces, Global Migration, and Human Rights is important because they help students understand how people shape and are shaped by their environments.

Changing Places, Making Spaces explores how cultural, social, and economic factors influence the identity of places. We explore our local place of Saltash and contrast this with Brighton to see how we create our place identity.

Global Migration examines the causes and impacts of people moving across the globe, influencing societies and economies.

Human Rights highlights the struggles for equality and justice worldwide, raising awareness of global issues.

These topics equip students with a deeper understanding of the interconnectedness of people and places, encouraging empathy and global citizenship.

Units covered in Year 12:

• Autumn term - Earth’s Life Support Systems and Changing Places, Making Spaces
• Spring term - Coasts, global migration.
• Summer term - Human rights and NEA preparation

Assessment:

• Autumn term - Earth’s life support systems end of topic test and changing places, making spaces end of topic test.
• Spring term - Global migration end of topic test, coasts end of topic test.
• Summer term - Human rights end of topic test, summer mocks - full paper 1 and 2

Homework:

Weekly homework

A Level Geography: OCR. 3 papers.

• Paper 1 - Physical geography 1.5 hours
• Paper 2 - Human Geography 1.5 hours
• Paper 3 - Geographical Applications 2.5 hours.

OCR Geography Paper 3, focusing on Climate Change and Disease Dilemmas, explores the global challenges of climate change and the spread of infectious diseases. It examines the causes and impacts of climate change, including extreme weather events, rising sea levels, and shifting ecosystems, alongside the social, economic, and environmental consequences. The disease dilemmas section looks at the spread of diseases, particularly in the context of globalisation, urbanisation, and health inequalities, emphasising the role of healthcare systems and international cooperation. Studying these topics is crucial for understanding the complex, interconnected challenges facing the world today and for developing strategies to mitigate and adapt to climate change while addressing health crises effectively.

The Geography NEA (Non-Examination Assessment) for OCR is a coursework component that allows students to conduct their own independent geographical investigation. It is worth 20% of the overall A Level grade. It allows students to develop essential skills like data collection, analysis, and critical thinking, which are crucial for both further education and future careers.

The NEA encourages problem-solving and the application of geographical concepts to real-world situations, fostering creativity and initiative. It also enhances communication skills through written reports and presentations, teaching students how to organise and present information effectively.

Overall, the NEA builds confidence, research abilities, and practical skills that are highly valued in both academia and the workplace.

Units covered in year 13:

• Autumn term - Climate change and disease dilemmas, NEA completion
• Spring term - Climate change and disease dilemmas
• Summer term - Revision and final exams

Assessment:

• Autumn term - November mocks - paper 1 and 2
• Spring term - March mocks- full papers examined
• Summer term - A Level Exams

Homework:

NEA independent completion, Weekly homework