Geography seeks to enable students to develop a sense of themselves within the wider world, through the study of place and people.
The study of complex and contemporary issues allows students to develop a deeper understanding of the dynamic world, and equips them with the skills required to explore and analyse the challenges faced now and in the future.
Staff
| Mrs F Summers Curriculum Team Leader - Geography geography@minsterschool.org.uk |
Curriculum
You can download a copy of the Geography Learning Journey for the Minster school below.
KS3
In Y7, students attend 3 lessons of Geography per fortnight. In Years 8 and 9, students attend 2 lessons per fortnight. During KS3, we explore topics such as migration, climate change, glaciation, hazards and map skills.
Visits and Events
Y7 visit to Dovedale, Derbyshire- approximate cost £15. Students will also participate in ‘Humanities Day’ in Y8, working in groups to explore policies for a post-Brexit UK.
KS4
At GCSE level, students attend 4-5 lessons per fortnight.
Board and Specification
Assessment Components
(May-June of Y11)
| Our Natural World (01) (Written Exam) | 35% |
| People and Society (02) (Written Exam) | 35% |
| Geographical Exploration (03) (Written Exam) | 30% |
Recommended Study Aids
CGP GCSE Geography OCR B
Visits
GCSE Geography students will attend two compulsory fieldwork visits as part of their course:
- Birmingham (Year 10) - Approximate cost £35
- Burbage Brook (Year 10) - Approximate cost £12