Why study Geography?

This course is designed to enable you to use geographical analysis to develop a detailed understanding of important aspects of the contemporary world. This involves studying the ways that people and the environment interact and examining the environmental issues that arise in a rapidly changing world. Throughout the course you will have the opportunity to develop a wide range of skills including research, evaluation and presentation, IT, mapping and statistics.

The skills you learn in Geography are valuable in a wide range of career sectors, including: working with development or aid agencies, environmental work, working for the census office and in tourism and leisure.

What will I study?

You will study the features of the earth – such as mountains, rivers and seas – and how they were formed. You will learn how to use a range of equipment and techniques such as map reading, data collection, ICT and problem solving. You will find out about cultures and backgrounds of people from all over the world. There will be opportunities for practical activities, including fieldwork.

Study Materials

• SQA Past Papers Geography National 5
• SQA Specimen Paper Geography National 5 (Question Paper)
• SQA Specimen Paper Geography National 5 (Map Item A)
• SQA Specimen Paper Geography National 5 (Map Item B)
• SQA Understanding Standards Geography
• BBC Bitesize National 5 Geography
• SQA Past Papers Geography Higher
• SQA Specimen Paper (Physical and human environments) Geography Higher
• SQA Specimen Paper (Global issues and geographical skills) Geography Higher
• SQA Understanding Standards Geography
• BBC Bitesize Geography Higher