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Using atlases

Using OS maps to locate places

Using OS maps to analyse physical features

Describing landscapes using maps

Sketch maps and cross sections

Using and interpreting photographs

Constructing graphs in geography

Interpreting graphs in geography

Using statistical data in geography

Using and interpreting spatial data

Using GIS to visualise data in a webmap

This unit teaches pupils about geographical skills. Pupils will learn how to identify, describe and analyse atlas and OS maps at different scales. They will also learn how to construct and interpret photos, diagrams, graphs and thematic maps. Pupils will also learn numerical and statistical skills.

Geographical skills

An introduction to natural hazards

Factors affecting hazard risk

Plate tectonics theory

Global distribution of earthquakes and volcanoes

Processes at constructive/divergent plate margins

Processes at destructive/convergent plate margins

Processes at conservative plate margins

Primary and secondary effects and responses to tectonic hazards

An example of effects and responses to a tectonic hazard in an HIC

An example of effects and responses to a tectonic hazard in an LIC

Reducing risks from earthquakes and volcanoes

Using GIS to visualise physical processes at different types of plate margin

This unit teaches pupils about natural and tectonic hazards, their location, causes and effects. Pupils learn about the different types of hazard before focusing on earthquakes and volcanoes. Pupils will learn about tectonic processes, hazard impacts and the options for mitigation and adaptation.

Natural and tectonic hazards

Global atmospheric circulation model, pressure belts and surface winds

Tropical storms – distribution, formation and development

Tropical storms – hazards and effects

Tropical storms – responses

Reducing risks from effects of tropical storms

Example of a tropical storm

Weather hazards in the UK

An example of a recent extreme weather event in the UK

Using GIS to map the track of a tropical storm

This unit teaches pupils about weather hazards at the global and national (UK) scales. Pupils learn about global atmospheric circulation before focusing on the formation, impacts and responses to tropical storms. Pupils also learn about extreme weather events in the UK.

Weather hazards

Evidence for climate change in the Quaternary period

Natural and human causes of climate change

Effects of climate change on people and the environment

Managing climate change – mitigation

Managing climate change – adaptation

Using GIS to visualise climate change impacts

This unit teaches pupils about the evidence, causes and impacts of climate change. Pupils learn that climate change is not just a recent trend but that it has occurred natuarlly over geological time. Pupils will also learn about the strategic options associated with mitigation and adaptation.

Climate change

Understanding small-scale ecosystems

Changes in small-scale ecosystems

The distribution and characteristics of global biomes

The factors affecting biome distribution

Using GIS to visualise the distribution and characteristics of global biomes

This unit teaches pupils about ecosystems and biomes at different scales. Pupils learn about the factors influencing biome distribution and the physical systems and processes regulating them. Pupils will also learn about the impact of population growth and resource extraction on biomes.

Ecosystems, biomes and the biosphere

Characteristics of tropical rainforests

Plant and animal adaptations in tropical rainforests

Nutrient cycling and biodiversity in tropical rainforests

Deforestation in the tropical rainforest

Deforestation in Indonesia’s tropical rainforest

Value of tropical rainforests to people and the environment

Sustainable rainforest management

Using GIS to visualise and analyse deforestation

This unit teaches pupils about the tropical rainforest biome. Pupils learn about  the biotic and abiotic characteristics of tropical rainforests and the adaptations of plants and animals. Pupils will also learn about the importance of tropical rainforests and how they are under threat.

Tropical rainforest

Location and physical characteristics of cold environments

The interdependence of biotic and abiotic components in cold environments

Plant and animal adaptations in cold environments

Development opportunities and challenges in Northern Canada

Value of cold environments

This unit teaches pupils about the location, characterisitics, opprtunities and challenges associated with one global environment, either hot deserts or cold environments. Pupils will also learn about plant and animal adaptation and about issues facing their chosen environment.

Hot desert and cold environments

Location and physical characteristics of hot deserts

The interdependence of biotic and abiotic components in hot deserts

Plant and animal adaptations, issues relating to biodiversity

Development opportunities and challenges in the Kalahari Desert

Desertification – causes and strategies

UK landscapes - the role of geology and past processes

This unit teaches pupils about the UK's physical landscape, forming a solid foundation for further studies of physical systems and processes. Pupils learn how geology and past processes have influenced the physical and human landscape of the UK.

UK physical landscapes

Ice-shaping processes

Glacial landforms resulting from erosion and deposition

An example of an upland glaciated landscape in the UK: North Wales

Economic activities in glaciated upland areas

Conflicts in glaciated upland areas

An example of a glaciated upland area used for tourism

Using GIS to visualise glaciated landforms in upland areas

This unit, comprising of three variants, teaches pupils about processes and landforms associated with coastal, river and glacial landscapes. Pupils will learn about the formative processes involved in creating distinctive landforms and of the need for management.

Coastal, river and glacial landscapes

Wave processes at the coast

Weathering and mass movement at the coast

The role of geology at the coast

Coastal erosion landforms

Landforms of coastal deposition

Examples of coastal landforms

Costs and benefits of coastal management strategies

Example of a coastal management scheme

Using GIS to visualise the impact of physical and human processes on coasts

Changes in river landscapes along the course of a river

River processes of erosion, transportation and deposition

River landforms caused by erosion and deposition

An example of a river valley in the UK

The storm hydrograph

Factors affecting flood risk

Example of a UK flood management scheme: Carlisle

Costs and benefits of river management strategies

Using GIS to analyse river catchments and profiles

Global trends in urbanisation

Factors affecting the growth of cities

Living sustainably in urban environments

Using GIS to visualise global trends in urbanisation

This unit teaches pupils about patterns and trends in global urbanisation. Pupils study regional variations, patterns and growth in urbanisation and the development of megacities. Pupils also learn about the changing factors affecting growth, urban land uses and sustainable urban living.

Patterns of global urbanisation

Location and importance of Jakarta

Social opportunities associated with urban growth

Economic opportunities associated with urban growth

Challenges associated with urban growth: housing

Challenges associated with urban growth: people and the economy

Challenges associated with urban growth: environmental issues

Urban planning: improving quality of life for the urban poor in Jakarta

Strategies for achieving sustainability: 'top-down' strategies

Strategies for achieving sustainability: 'bottom-up' strategies

This unit teaches pupils about the development, importance and characteristics of Jakarta, an emerging country/NEE. Pupils will study the opportunities and challenges associated with the growth of the city, considering issues such as housing, services, the environment and sustainability.

Jakarta: case study of a major city in a Newly Emerging Economy

UK cities and population distribution

Location and importance of Liverpool in the UK and wider world

Impacts of national and international migration on Liverpool

Opportunities created by urban change: people

Opportunities created by urban change: infrastructure and urban greening

Challenges created by urban change: social and economic

Challenges created by urban change: environmental

Impact of urban sprawl on the rural-urban fringe

An example of an urban regeneration project

Sustainable living in an urban area

This unit teaches pupils about the geography of Liverpool, one of the UK's most important cities. Pupils learn about Liverpool's location and importance at different scales and about its characteristics. Pupils will learn about the factors leading to economic, social and environmental change.

Liverpool: case study of a UK city

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