‘Geography is not just about where things are in the world (maps). A huge part is about real life for example trade, politics and disaster response.’
Former Student
Overview
There has never been a more important time to study Geography. By studying Geography, you develop your understanding of the world. Geography explores how the world works and how humans interact with it.
The Geography Department at Brinsworth Academy know that geography is more than memorising where places are on a map, geography is about helping our students to understand the world that they live in. This involves learning about how physical and human processes shape our world and how to address the challenges facing humans and our world today such as climate change, conflicts and development.
Our department includes five specialist geography teachers with a range of specialisms. We pride ourselves on forming good working relationships with our students and have created a strong and positive learning environment within which students can achieve excellence and share our love for our subject.
Curriculum Maps
The curriculum maps can be found on the links below:
KS5 Years 12 & 13
At A-Level we follow the Edexcel specification and teach the following topics in Year 12 and 13.
Year 12
Physical Geography Topics:
- Dynamic Landscape: Tectonic Processes and Hazards
- Landscape Systems, Processes and Change: Coastal Landscapes and Change
Human Geography Topics:
- Dynamic Place: Globalisation
- Shaping Places: Regenerating Places
Year 13
Physical Geography Topics:
- Physical Systems and Sustainability: The Water Cycle and Water Insecurity
- The Carbon Cycle and Energy Security
Human Geography Topics:
- Human Systems and Geopolitics: Superpowers
- Global Development and Connections: Health, Human Rights and Intervention
