IGCSE Geography

Aims

The IGCSE in Geography qualification enables students to:

  • Apply and build on the fundamental building blocks of geographical knowledge.
  • Actively engage in the process of geographical enquiry to develop as effective and independent learners, and as critical and reflective thinkers with enquiring minds.
  • Develop their knowledge and understanding of geographical concepts and appreciate the relevance of these concepts to our changing world.
  • Develop a framework of spatial awareness in which to appreciate the importance of the location of places and environments at a range of scales.
  • Appreciate that people have different views of, and attitudes to, the world, its environments and its issues.
  • Acquire, develop and apply practical geographical enquiry skills.
  • Undertake geographical investigations that include both primary and secondary data collection, presentation and analysis, drawing conclusions, and evaluating the whole geographical investigation.
  • Develop and apply their learning to the real world through fieldwork.
  • Develop their awareness of global issues and recognise the challenges of moving towards a sustainable future.

Content Summary

  1.     River environments
  2.     Coastal environments
  3.     Hazardous environments
  4.     Economic activity and energy
  5.     Urban environments
  6.     Globalisation and Migration

How is it assessed?

The IGCSE in Geography will assess students understanding of theory as well as their knowledge and understanding of research and fieldwork. Students at Palm Global Academy will have ample opportunities to develop their understanding of Geography from a practical perspective.

There are two external exams that students will need to undertake.

Paper 1: Physical geography – Examination of 1 hour and 10 minutes worth 40% of the total marks.

Paper 2: Human geography – Examination of 1 hour and 45 minutes worth 60% of the total marks.

Exam Information

The IGCSE Geography external exams only take place in May/June of the academic year. 

All exams will be supervised and taken at an examination centre local to you. 

Palm Global Academy can assist all students/parents in locating an exam centre near to you. Please see the External Exams Policy for more details.

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