There has never been a better or more important time to study Geography. Geography is a wide-ranging subject, which brings together the study of people and their environment. It relates to the many social, economic and environmental problems of the contemporary world and allows consideration of different perspectives.
New insights are afforded by topics as varied as the carbon cycle, postmodern-western cities and the ever changing topic of global governance and climate change.
Geographers are both literate and numerate, having the ability to analyse concepts from a scientific, human, physical or environmental viewpoint. Geography is a multi-disciplinary subject and is a highly regarded A-Level by Universities.
Physical Geography tends to be a concrete factual subject whereas Human Geography gives scope for discussion, argument and even disagreement! The study of both human and physical geography as part of the new A-Level produces rounded, analytical and sought-after students.
Fieldwork is an integral part of Geography A-Level. Geographers have a minimum of four days fieldwork experience in both the collection, interpretation and evaluation of data. This involves a residential experience.
The department also has close links with the School of Geography at the University of Lincoln where students are able to attend undergraduate lectures and speak with lecturers to build on their knowledge and understanding at a higher level.
External speakers are often invited to speak with our A-Level students; recent speakers include the Geographical Association and the Environment Agency.
Visits
There is no compulsory fieldwork required for this specification, however we understand the value and enjoyment fieldwork provides in Geography. Therefore, LMS students are offered the opportunity to participate in a residential visit during their A-Level to further enhance their understanding around the topics studied in class. Past destinations have included Snowdonia, the North Yorkshire Moors and The Lake District.