Geography

Landscapes of the UK

This subtopic explores the range of landforms found within the coastal landscape of the UK, focusing on their formation through geomorphic processes.

There are a range of landforms within the coastal landscape., Rivers create a range of landforms which change with distance from their source within a river basin., Landscapes are dynamic and differ depending on their geology, climate and human activity. +2 more

People of the UK

This subtopic explores the changing nature of the UK's population, focusing on structural changes since 1900, the implications of an ageing population, and the social and economic impacts of 21st-century immigration flows.

The UK’s population is changing., The UK is connected to many other countries and places., There are different causes and consequences of development within the UK. +3 more

UK Environmental Challenges

This topic explores the factors influencing energy use and security in the UK, the role of decision-makers, and the management of future energy supplies, including the shift towards renewable sources and the associated economic, political, and environmental considerations.

Energy in the UK is affected by a number of factors and requires careful management and consideration of future supplies., Extreme flood hazard events are becoming more commonplace in the UK., Humans use, modify and change ecosystems and environments to obtain food, energy and water. +2 more

Ecosystems of the Planet

This topic explores the global distribution and characteristics of major ecosystems, including polar regions, coral reefs, grasslands, temperate forests, tropical rainforests, and hot deserts, focusing on their abiotic and biotic components.

Ecosystems have distinct distributions and characteristics., There are major coral reefs in the world., There are major tropical rainforests in the world. +2 more

People of the Planet

This topic explores the global trend of increasing urbanisation, defining key urban settlements and examining how urban growth rates differ based on a country's level of development.

The majority of the world’s population now live in urban areas., There are causes and consequences of rapid urbanisation in LIDCs., Cities have distinct challenges and ways of life, influenced by its people and culture. +3 more

Environmental threats to our Planet

This topic explores how the global circulation of the atmosphere, driven by the movement of air between the poles and the equator, dictates the world's climatic regions and creates extreme weather conditions.

The global circulation of the atmosphere controls weather and climate., The climate has changed from the start of the Quaternary period., Climate change has consequences. +3 more

Geographical Skills

This subtopic covers the critical evaluation and interpretation of various geographical sources and data presentation techniques, including visual images, written articles, and the critical assessment of geographical methodologies.

Learners should also be able to:, With respect to graphical skills, learners should be able to:, With respect to cartographic skills, learners should be able to: +1 more

Fieldwork Assessment

Fieldwork assessment involves the application of geographical knowledge, understanding, and skills to real-world, out-of-classroom contexts. Learners must undertake fieldwork on at least two occasions in contrasting environments, covering both physical and human geographical contexts. The assessment focuses on the enquiry process, including investigation design, data collection, presentation, analysis, and critical reflection.