Qualification
Cambridge International AS & A Level Geography (9696)
Awarding body
Cambridge International Education (CIE)
Duration
Typically 2 years (AS in Year 1, A Level in Year 2; AS‑only option available)
Study hours
Approximately 5–6 hours per week, guided
Extend Sixth Form provision in a core humanities subject with Cambridge International AS & A Level Geography (9696), enabling schools to deliver a rigorous and balanced geographical curriculum where specialist staffing, fieldwork access, or timetable constraints limit in house delivery. Wolsey Hall for Schools provides the full Cambridge syllabus through a structured, school supported model. Integrated within Sixth Form timetables and overseen locally, the course supports progression in physical and human geography, alongside analytical and evaluative skills aligned to Cambridge assessment.
Assessment: Students complete AS examinations at the end of Year 1 and A Level examinations at the end of Year 2, with a focus on data response, case study application, and extended written analysis. Progress is supported through regular teacher marked assignments, aligned to Cambridge assessment objectives and levels of response.
AS Level:
Paper 1 – Physical Geography
Paper 2 – Human Geography
A Level:
Paper 3 – Global Environments
Paper 4 – Global Themes
First examination year: Current syllabus examined from 2027 onwards
Can schools select optional topics at A Level?
Yes. Schools select from Cambridge‑defined advanced options for Papers 3 and 4, allowing alignment with curriculum priorities while ensuring full syllabus compliance and assessment readiness.
How are geographical enquiry and fieldwork skills developed without extensive field trips?
The course builds enquiry skills through data analysis, case study evaluation, and structured investigation questions within assignments, ensuring students meet Cambridge assessment requirements.
Can my school offer this course through Wolsey Hall for Schools?
Yes. Schools can offer this course as part of their curriculum while students remain enrolled at their own school. Wolsey Hall provides the online course, UK-qualified subject teachers and assessment, while your school provides local supervision and pastoral support.
Can this course fit around our existing timetable?
Yes. Courses are designed to fit alongside your school's timetable and can be delivered through independent or supervised in-school study periods, as an ‘out-of-timetable' course, or through flexible learning centres or wider hybrid learning models.
Can a school enrol just one student?
Yes. Our flexible model caters for a single student studying one subject, or multiple students across a range of subjects.
Does my school need to be a Cambridge examination centre?
If students are sitting their examinations at your school, your school will need to be a Cambridge examination centre.
If your school is not a Cambridge examination centre, students can usually sit their examinations at an approved local examination centre. These are available in most towns and cities. If you need guidance on finding a suitable centre, we're happy to help.
Are coursebooks included in the course fee?
Yes, any course book required is included in the course fee.
How quickly can a student start after registration?
Start times depend on when you register and the course requirements. In some cases, students can begin within a week, while schools planning ahead can arrange enrolments well in advance.
How do we find out more?
Speak to our team to discuss how we can support your students with more subject choice, or request a personalised proposal for your school.
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