IGCSE Geography Course

Throughout this IGCSE Geography course, students cover a variety of different topics including rivers, coasts, ecosystems, urban and rural environments, development and globalisation. The course is designed to prepare you for the Geography IGCSE examination and enhances knowledge of geographical concepts throughout to prepare you for exams. The IGCSE Geography from Edexcel is a great accomplishment and is the same course studied in schools.

About this Course

Covering a mix of geographical systems as well as how people interact with nature, this IGCSE Geography course is an excellent foundation for anyone looking to learn more about the world. Studying for this Geography GCSE qualification gives students an insight into natural processes throughout the world as well as how humans impact the world around them.

Course Content

Included in this IGCSE Geography course are the following units:

Unit 1 – River environments

In this unit, we explore the importance of water at the heart of life on Earth and how it is constantly recycled through various naturally occurring processes.

Unit 2 – Coastal environments

We will see in this unit that understanding these processes and the interactions of the system as a whole is vital in understanding conflicts that arise between development, environment and users and managing coastal environments to find a way through these conflicts and protect essential habitats in the long term.

Unit 3 – Hazardous environments

In this unit, we explore further the categorisation of hazards and contrast natural hazards with man-made hazards. We will look at examples of these hazards and how they are mitigated, risk assessed and planned for and how communities protect themselves and their property in areas of significant risk.

Unit 4 – Economic activity and energy

In this unit, we look at the opportunities our planet provides for work, activities that provide people with a livelihood on the back of a solid income and that form the cornerstone of national economies that enable nations to develop and grow.

Unit 5 – Ecosystems and rural environments

In this unit, we consider the different types of ecosystems found on Earth and where on the planet they are found.

Unit 6 – Urban environments

In this unit, we explore how urbanisation continues to affect the urban environment and the process’s effects in both LIC and HIC cities.

Unit 7 – Fragile environments

In this unit, we consider the impact we are having on the planet’s most fragile environments and the environmental challenges we face and how things like soil erosion and deforestation are helping feed into global warming and climate change.

Unit 8 – Globalisation and migration

In this unit, we will look at how TNCs are intrinsically involved in the growth of the global economy and explore the implications this has had, particularly on the locations of certain economic activities worldwide.

Unit 9 – Development and human welfare

During the unit, we’ll look at how the world has developed in the last half a century and how this has impacted the quality of life around the world.

Support

The most important tool that all of our students have at their disposal is their tutor. When studying for a course with us you are assigned a personal tutor with indepth knowledge and experience in your chosen subject.

You are strongly advised to make use of your tutors expertise and ask questions about the course content. Your assignments are marked by your personal tutor and detailed feedback is given. As well as this your tutor will provide you with pointers and advice on where you can improve- this helps you to get the most from your courses and constantly improve your skills.

Assessments

For this course you are provided with lessons and resources to teach the entire syllabus. As well as this you are required to submit and pass the tutor marked assignments for the course in order to receive your Online Learning College Certificate. These assignments are to prepare you for your IGCSE Geography examination which is set by Edexcel and taken at a registered exam centre.

To achieve the Edexcel qualification, students are required to organise their own examinations which are subject to an additional cost. For details on finding an exam centre and the process of taking the examination please visit the Edexcel website

Enrolment Length

All of our courses are allocated plenty of time for students to complete their studies and all materials are self-led so that you can complete the course at your own pace. Should you require additional time on one of our courses you can extend your enrolment by 30 days for an additional fee of £60.

As well as this we operate a 14 day money back guarantee on every one of our qualifications- that’s how confident we are of how you will love studying with us!

Qualification

The Edexcel IGCSE Geography qualification is available both in the UK and internationally and is seen as a global standard for knowledge in business. The course is accredited with Edexcel, an industry leader with decades of expertise in academic qualifications.

Method

All of our students are given access to our online campus through their own personal login and password. Once logged in you can access your course materials, lessons, resources and assignments in your own time. Assignments are uploaded through your account and the process is easy intuitive. Our online campus includes:

• 24/7/365 access to all of your course materials- all lessons, assignments and resources are available from the moment you enrol
• Instant access to your course after you enrol- start studying immediately!
• Integrated chat and massaging systems so that you can contact your tutor
• Online assignment uploads to save time in returning marks and feedback.
• Links to further resources and information available on courses
• Self-led learning on all courses- study in your own time and work through your assignments at your own pace
• Safe e-portfolio of your work is kept under lock and key on our secure servers
• Progress bar to show the work you have completed and how many tasks you still have to complete on your course
• Detailed help centre with step-by-step instructions on getting the most from your course and how to upload assignments and contact your tutor

No entry requirements.