Geography A
Specification: 1GA0
The PEARSON-EDEXCEL GCSE Geography A specification covers 66 topics with 176 learning objectives (1GA0). Use the topic browser below to explore subtopics, exam tips, common mistakes, and key terminology for each area of the course.
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This subject will help you develop key knowledge and skills required for exam success.
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Key Features
- Master key concepts
- Develop exam technique
- Apply knowledge effectively
About Pearson Edexcel GCSE Geography A
Pearson Edexcel GCSE Geography A is a dynamic and engaging course that explores the complex interactions between people and their environments. You will study a balanced mix of physical and human geography, covering topics such as tectonic hazards, coastal landscapes, urban issues, and global development. The specification is designed to help you understand the world around you and the challenges it faces.
The course is structured into three components: Physical Geography, Human Geography, and Geographical Investigations. Each component builds your knowledge and skills, with a focus on real-world examples and case studies. You will develop critical thinking, data analysis, and fieldwork skills that are valuable for further study and employment.
Assessment Structure
This qualification is assessed through three written exam papers, all taken at the end of the course. Paper 1 (Physical Geography) is worth 37.5% of the GCSE, Paper 2 (Human Geography) is worth 37.5%, and Paper 3 (Geographical Investigations) is worth 25%. Each paper is 1 hour and 30 minutes long and contains a mix of multiple-choice, short-answer, and extended-writing questions. There is no coursework; however, fieldwork is a compulsory part of the course and is assessed in Paper 3.
Why Choose Pearson Edexcel?
- Edexcel GCSE Geography A offers a clear and logical structure, with separate physical and human geography papers that allow you to focus your revision effectively. The specification includes a wide range of engaging topics, from extreme environments to globalisation, ensuring there is something to interest every student.
- The fieldwork requirement is flexible, allowing schools to choose local sites that best fit their circumstances. Edexcel also provides excellent support materials, including past papers, mark schemes, and exemplar answers, which are invaluable for exam preparation.
- The skills developed in this course, such as map reading, data interpretation, and decision-making, are highly transferable and well-regarded by colleges, universities, and employers. Edexcel's reputation for rigorous and relevant geography qualifications makes it a popular choice.
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