Geography

Assessment

The course is divided into 4 components, summarised below: Component 1 Focusing on Glacial landscapes and changing places Examined through data response and extended writing questions Duration 1¾ hours 20.5% of Final Grade Component 2 Focusing on water and carbon cycles, global governance (oceans and migration) and challenges in the 21st century Examined by data response and extended writing and a decision-making element Duration 2 hours 27.5% of Final Grade Component 3 Focusing on tectonic hazards and a choice of two from four modules: Ecosystems; Economic Development; Energy Challenges; Weather and Climate Examined through 2 essays and one extended response question 2¼ hours 20% of Final Grade Component 4 Independent Investigation A 3,000-4,000 word limit essay 20% of Final Grade