CCEA
Level 3
QN: 601/8394/9
Curriculum Active
CCEA Level 3 Advanced GCE in Geography
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by CCEA. Classified as a GCE A Level.
Qualification Level
Level 3
Awarding Body
CCEA
Syllabus Units
6 Units
Guided Hours
Flexible
Instant access to interactive lessons, quizzes, and spaced revision.
Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Geographical Skills and Fieldwork
Cartographic and Graphical Skills
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Interpret and construct maps and graphs
- Analyse spatial data using GIS
- Evaluate the effectiveness of different graphical representations
2
Geographical Skills and Fieldwork
Fieldwork Investigation
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Plan and conduct a geographical investigation
- Collect and analyse primary data
- Draw conclusions and evaluate the investigation
3
Geographical Skills and Fieldwork
Statistical Skills
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Apply statistical tests to geographical data
- Interpret statistical results
- Evaluate the reliability of data
4
Human Geography
Economic Activity and Development
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Explain the location of economic activities
- Analyse the factors influencing development
- Evaluate the role of globalisation and trade
5
Human Geography
Global Challenges and Governance
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Explain global environmental challenges
- Analyse the role of international organisations
- Evaluate governance strategies for sustainability
6
Human Geography
Population and Migration
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Explain population distribution and change
- Analyse migration patterns and their causes
- Evaluate the impacts of migration on source and destination areas
7
Human Geography
Settlement and Urbanisation
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Describe settlement patterns and hierarchies
- Analyse the processes of urbanisation and suburbanisation
- Evaluate urban management and regeneration strategies
8
Physical Geography
Coastal Environments
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Describe coastal processes and landforms
- Analyse the factors influencing coastal change
- Evaluate coastal management strategies
9
Physical Geography
Fluvial Environments
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Explain the hydrological cycle and drainage basin processes
- Analyse the formation of fluvial landforms
- Evaluate the impact of human activity on river systems
10
Physical Geography
Glacial Environments
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Explain glacial processes and landforms
- Analyse the impact of climate change on glaciers
- Evaluate the management of glacial environments
11
Physical Geography
Tectonic Processes and Hazards
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Explain tectonic processes and plate boundaries
- Analyse the causes and impacts of tectonic hazards
- Evaluate hazard management and mitigation strategies
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 601/8394/9
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- CCEA
- Qualification Type
- GCE A Level
- Operational Start
- Sept 2016
- Operational End
- Aug 2029