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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 and statistics skills

The structure of the Earth

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

Impacts of volcanoes in a developed and an emerging country

Impacts of earthquakes in a developed and a developing country

Reducing risks from earthquakes and volcanoes

Examples of management of volcanic hazards

Examples of management of earthquake hazards

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

This unit teaches pupils about 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.

Tectonic hazards

Global atmospheric circulation model, pressure belts and surface winds

Evidence for climate change in the Quaternary period

Natural and human causes of climate change

Effects of climate change on people and the environment

Tropical storms – distribution, formation and development

Tropical storms – hazards and effects

Tropical storms – responses

Reducing risks from effects of tropical storms

Examples of preparation and responses to tropical cyclones

Using GIS to visualise climate change impacts

Using GIS to map the track of a tropical storm

This unit teaches pupils about climate change (causes, impacts and responses) together with extreme weather events, specifically tropical cyclones.

Climate change and weather hazards

The distribution and characteristics of global biomes

The factors affecting biome distribution

Biosphere resources

Understanding the regulatory functions of the biosphere

Population and resources

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.

Global biomes

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

Threats associated with climate change in the rainforest

Biotic and abiotic characteristics of the taiga biome

Plant and animal adaptations in the taiga biome

Nutrient cycling and biodiversity in the taiga biome

Threats to the taiga from commercial development

Causes of biodiversity loss in the taiga biome

Creating and protecting wilderness areas in the taiga biome

Conflicting views on protecting/exploiting resources in the taiga biome

Using GIS to visualise and analyse deforestation

This unit teaches pupils about tropical rainforest and taiga biomes. Pupils learn about its biotic and abiotic characteristics, the adaptations of plants and animals and the threats facing its biodiversity. The unit considers opposing views on protecting and exploiting resources.

Tropical rainforest and taiga biomes

UK landscapes - the role of geology and past processes

Characteristics and distribution of UK rock types

Processes creating distinctive landscapes

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.

The UK's physical landscape

Changes in river landscapes along the course of a river

River processes of erosion, transportation and deposition

River landforms caused by erosion and deposition

Interaction of human and physical factors in river landscapes

The storm hydrograph

Factors affecting flood risk

Costs and benefits of managing flood risk

Example of a river flood: River Eden, Cumbria (2015)

Using GIS to analyse river catchments and profiles

This unit teaches pupils about river processes and landforms. Pupils will learn about the physical processes operating in rivers and about the formation of distinctive landforms of river erosion and deposition. Pupils will also learn about the importance and options of river management.

River landscapes

The role of geology in coastal erosion

The role of climate, marine and sub-aerial processes in coastal erosion

The influence of sediment transportation and deposition on coastal landscapes

The effect of human activities on coastal landscapes

Change in a named coastal landscape

Risks from coastal flooding

Costs and benefits of management strategies

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

This unit teaches pupils about coastal processes and landforms. Pupils will learn about the physical processes operating at the coast and about the formation of distinctive landforms of coastal erosion and deposition. Pupils will also learn about the importance and options of coastal management.

Coastal landscapes

UK cities and population distribution

Impacts of migration on the UK's population

Changing economic sectors in urban and rural areas

Economic impacts of globalisation

This unit teaches pupils about the human geography of the UK. Pupils learn about population distribution, the location of cities and the impacts of migration. Pupils also learn about the role of the UK government and the EU and the importance of globalisation in the UK's changing economy.

Places and people in the UK

Context of the city – site, situation and connectivity

Liverpool's structure and functions

Causes of migration that influence the growth and character of the city

Inequalities in employment, services, education and health

Liverpool CBD and inner city: challenges and opportunities from decline

Liverpool suburbs and rural-urban fringe: challenges and opportunities of growth

The impacts of regeneration and rebranding on people

Sustainable urban living

Consequences of interdependence of Liverpool and accessible rural areas

Links to Liverpool: changes in a rural area

Challenges of living in rural areas

Economic opportunities and environmental impacts in rural areas

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: changes in a UK city

Formulating an enquiry question

Collecting human geographical data

Collecting physical geographical data

Presenting geographical data

Analysing geographical data

Evaluating geographical enquiries

Coastal fieldwork

River fieldwork

Urban fieldwork

Rural fieldwork

Using 2D GIS for physical geography fieldwork

Using 3D GIS for physical geography fieldwork

Using GIS for human geography fieldwork

This unit teaches pupils about fieldwork, an important assessment component at GCSE. Pupils will learn about the six stages of enquiry (formulating a question; collecting, presenting and analysing data; and writing conclusions and an evaluation). Pupils will also consider four field study options.

Fieldwork investigation

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