This stimulating course of study examines change in both the human and physical environments at a range of scales. from local through to global. Much of the work is focused on change in the last 30 years. making it particularly relevant to present day living.

The linkages between atmospheric processes. weather conditions. hydrological changes, fluvial processes, soils and vegetation, together with man's influence. are explored over both the long and short term time scales.

Our studies in economic. technological, social, demographic and political change over the last thirty years, both in the UK and the rest of the world, give students a strong understanding of the world in which we live.

The interaction of man and his environment is examined through work on population. resources and hazards, where such diverse and interesting topics as the spatial distribution of burglary and the geography of transmittable diseases. such as AIDS. are studied alongside the more traditional earthquakes, volcanoes and other natural hazards.

A range of optional units and a fieldwork report enable students to study selected topics in depth.

This is a demanding but fascinating course for anyone who has an interest in how elements of the physical and human environment come together in our complex world.

AS level
A-level
AQA