Geography
Geography is the study of different places and how humans interact with them.
As geographers, students will explore the Earth’s physical properties and the human societies that have spread across it!
They will also examine how human culture interacts with the natural environment and the way those locations and places can have an impact on people. Geography seeks to understand where things are found, why they are there, and how they develop and change over time. Put simply, it is the study of everything around us!
Geography at Key Stage 3
Geography at Key Stage 3 (Years 7-9) is a great subject. It is broad enough that all students can find something that they enjoy. Here students will learn a multitude of things about the world around us. They will study a diverse number of topics relating to Earthquakes, Volcanoes, River and Coastal Environments, Mapping, International Development, Industry and Factories, Climate, Weather and much, much more.
While studying students will get the chance to develop a number of skills, they will:
Extend their locational knowledge and deepen their awareness of the world.
Understand geographical similarities, differences and links between places through the study of human and physical geography.
Understand the physical and human processes that shape the Earth.
Understand how human and physical processes work with, and change landscapes, environments and the climate.
Develop a number of Geographical skills, such as map reading and drawing, data construction and analysis and even become familiar with GIS (a computer program to help you to make maps).
Why study Geography?
Geography is an interesting and diverse subject, allowing students to develop their understanding of the world around them. Students will learn how to develop arguments, undertake research and investigate different topics. It provides students with the essential skills needed to succeed in university and the wider world.