Course information
The International GCSE in Geography is designed to help students better understand the world around us. With this understanding, we believe our students will be well-positioned to shape the future of our planet, both on a political level and a scientific one too.
Whether it’s helping students understand the science behind climate change or the policies that affect it, we believe that the International GCSE Geography is a key qualification that consistently delivers well-rounded and progressive ideas, developing in students the potential to truly make a difference.
It is a great course for those that are passionate about the environment, as well as those thinking about studying international relations or politics later down the line.
Throughout the course, students will study a number of topics across six core modules, the titles of which are detailed below.
- Geographical Skills
- River Environments
- Coastal Environments
- Economic Activity and Energy
- Urban Environments
- Fragile Environments
Oxford Home Schooling’s International GCSE Geography course is designed to prepare students for the Edexcel International GCSE in Geography (4GE1).
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Examinations and assignments
Students studying an International GCSE Geography will be required to sit two separate exam papers, both lasting 90 minutes. These exams constitute 100% of the final mark as there is no coursework with this qualification.
Exams are available in both summer and November.
Course duration and study time
When you enrol with Oxford Home Schooling we will agree on an intended examination date with you. Your support will last all the way up to this examination date, regardless of whether you decide to do the course in 9 months or 30.
The recommended number of study hours for this course is 200 hours.
Online Course? Paper Based? Somewhere in between? It’s your choice!
All of our International GCSE Geography students receive:
- Traditional printed learning materials
- Access to our online resources with on-the-go access to all your regular lessons
- Unmatched support by a fully qualified teacher online and by phone
Course price
Our International GCSE Geography course fee is £395.
You may pay using our interest-free easy payment scheme. Pay a £79 deposit followed by eight monthly instalments of £39.50.
Multiple courses attract a discount. See our pricing page for further details.
You will receive support from a fully-qualified tutor holding either a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) or a degree in education.
This support includes:
- Marking all assignments for the course
- Written answers to specific study problems
- Telephone contact
- a practice exam paper
- the option to purchase additional tutor time if required
When you begin this course, you will agree an examination date or dates with your Student Adviser. Your support period lasts up to this examination date.
Meet Our Tutors
During my teaching career I have taught a number of subjects including RE, History, Citizenship as well as my specialist subject of Geography. During my 15-plus years of teaching, I have been Head of Department and have also helped to develop new teacher trainees. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, and watching live music, and I also volunteer at my local maternity hospital where I help to support mums and their newborn babies.
I love all aspects of Geography and look forward to sharing my passion with you!
Lesley Robinson
What’s next?
Students with an International GCSE in Geography, will gain a broad knowledge in aspects of both science and humanities so the world is their oyster.
With interests in many areas, students may go on to study Geography at A level, others use their International GCSE as a springboard into other subject areas, such as politics, biology and even physics.
Later down the line, those with an International GCSE in Geography make excellent university students, before going on to pursue an ambitious career in an array of professional industries. With this qualification, students won’t be restricted in their options.
FAQs
Why should I choose Oxford Home Schooling?
- Oxford Home Schooling is a long-established educational trust that prides itself on
- treating every student as an individual
- customer service
- course quality.
- We’re rated ‘Excellent’ on Trustpilot by students who have studied with us.
- We provide online and printed resources so you can study your way – other providers do not give you that choice.
- We make it easy for you to home-educate your children with our flexible schedule, tutor support, and interest-free payment plan.
- Every year we help hundreds of children who have left mainstream education obtain the qualifications they need to progress and achieve their goals.
- Oxford Home Schooling is part of a not-for-profit trust so you can be sure that your course fees are spent on either your child’s tuition or on improving our courses.
What is an International GCSE?
Pearson Edexcel International GCSE (9–1) qualifications are comparable to the UK GCSE specifications, with appropriate international content and assessment that will enable successful progression for learners.
Pearson Edexcel International GCSEs are studied in over 80 countries worldwide and in independent schools in the UK. Available in 37 subjects, they are equivalent, grade for grade, to UK GCSEs and accepted by universities globally. Aimed at learners aged 14 to 16, they provide the skills and knowledge needed to progress to A Levels, International A Levels, onto university and into employment.
Full details of Pearson Edexcel’s International GCSEs can be found here
When can I enrol?
You can enrol and start any time you like, the earlier the better. The important thing to think about is when you wish to sit your exam and to give yourself plenty of time to work through your materials and revise successfully. Our cut-off dates for enrolment can be found here.
Once you have enrolled, you will get access to your course online immediately and your printed course materials will arrive a few days later.
When will I sit my exam?
The Geography IGCSE papers are offered in the Summer or the Autumn examination series. The Summer series typically runs from mid-May to late June and the Autumn series is in November.
How do I carry out fieldwork for my Geography IGCSE?
Fieldwork is the best way for students to experience geography in action. As a result, the concept of students completing fieldwork is embedded into the Pearson/Edexcel specification and the Oxford Home Schooling course.
Students will need to plan, carry out, and write up fieldwork. However, fieldwork projects are not coursework and your work does not get submitted to the examination board.
None the less, it is necessary as a large part of the examination is focused on questions relating to the fieldwork you have carried out at home. A further set of questions will test your knowledge of the methodology, using previously unseen fieldwork studies.
The course and our tutors provide all the assistance you need to conduct the fieldwork projects needed to prepare you for the Geography International GCSE exam.
How and when do I book an exam?
The final date for booking summer exams with the exam board without incurring late entry fees is the 21st of February. You should book your place at an exam centre well in advance of this date. Start looking once the autumn term begins.
All the information you need to book an exam centre can be found in our Exams Hub. Here you will find
- detailed instructions about how to approach exam officers if there is no online entry form
- the entry codes needed to book exams
- our map of examination centres where our students have taken exams in recent years.
Tutors & Exams offers discounts to Oxford Home Schooling students and has nine current exam venues across the UK: Birmingham, Bolton, Coventry, Doncaster, High Wycombe, Romford, St Neots, Taunton and Wimbledon and they are good choice for anyone with access arrangements.
Our exam map also shows other centres where you will find help and often a discount as well.
Pearson Edexcel also publishes a list of exam centres that accept private candidates. This won’t cover every available centre, so if there’s nothing shown in your area, we recommend contacting local schools and colleges directly.
How much does a Geography IGCSE examination cost?
Your exam fees aren’t included in the course cost as they’re paid directly to the exam centre. They will vary depending on which centre you choose. Generally speaking, dedicated examination services will be more expensive than a local school or college. Prices range from £100 to £350 pounds.
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