Geography

Assessment

There are three externally examined papers and one coursework component. All assessments must be completed in May/June in any single year. PAPER 1: (2 HOURS 15 MINUTES) 30% OF THE QUALIFICATION • Topic 1: Tectonic Processes and Hazards • Topic 2: Landscape Systems, Processes and Change • 2B: Coastal Landscapes and Change • Topic 5: The Water Cycle and Water Insecurity • Topic 6: The Carbon Cycle and Energy Security PAPER 2: (2 HOURS 15 MINUTES) 30% OF THE QUALIFICATION • Topic 3: Globalisation • Topic 4: Shaping Places • 4A: Regenerating Place • Topic 7: Superpowers • Topic 8: Global Development and Connections • 8A: Health, Human Rights and Intervention PAPER 3: (2 HOURS 15 MINUTES) 20% OF THE QUALIFICATION A synoptic investigation based on a geographical issue linking the following themes: • Players • Attitudes and Actions • Futures and Uncertainties COURSEWORK: INDEPENDENT INVESTIGATION 20% OF THE QUALIFICATION The student will produce a written report of 3000-4000 words (internally assessed and externally moderated).