Geography is a hugely broad and diverse subject which attempts to make sense of our changing world. It intertwines the natural environment and the lives of people across the globe at different stages of development, and tries to manage the impacts the physical and human spheres have on each other. Geographers will learn in a variety of ways and will use a range of different resources to inform their thinking. They will keep a close eye on current world events and regularly discuss newsworthy stories. In Year 12, students investigate the physical processes which shape our coastal areas, and the causes, effects and management of rising sea levels. The hydrological cycle and the increasing threat of water insecurity make up the other physical geography topics at this stage. They also study the UK’s increasing diversity, comparing Nottingham to Cornwall, and develop an understanding of the issues this diversity presents. Students will also look at aspects of globalisation and how this influences levels of development globally. In Year 13, students investigate tectonic processes and how these shape our natural landscape, and the catastrophic nature of tectonic hazards. The carbon cycle on both local and global scales are also studied, which links to energy security, an increasingly relevant issue currently being debated at governmental level. They will also develop an understanding of geopolitics; investigating the existing global superpowers, and the implications for migration, national identity and sovereignty. Throughout the course students will use a range of memorable case studies to exemplify concepts and bring their learning to life.