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Our A Level Geography students recently embarked on a four-day fieldwork experience in Devon, designed to deepen their understanding of both physical and human geography through hands-on investigation.
This vital aspect of the A Level course supports the Non-Examined Assessment (NEA) coursework, allowing students to develop essential fieldwork techniques while collecting primary data for their independent projects.
The trip included a visit to the historic market town of Totnes, where students assessed the balance of endogenous and exogenous influences shaping the town’s character and development.
Along the dramatic coastline of Slapton Sands, students explored the powerful geomorphological processes at work. Activities included sieving sediment to assess changes in grain size and investigating the geological origins of the sand – essential in understanding coastal transport and deposition. They also evaluated the effectiveness of coastal management strategies in a location where the line between land and sea is constantly shifting.
This immersive fieldwork opportunity not only strengthens geographical knowledge but also fosters critical thinking, analytical skills, and independent enquiry – core elements of the subject. The success of our geographers in public examinations is a testament to the value of learning beyond the classroom, with fieldwork playing a crucial role in their academic development.
