Geography

Assessment

Unit 1-30% The topics studied are tectonic processes and hazards, glaciated landscapes and change, the water cycle and water insecurity, the carbon cycle and energy insecurity. Unit 2-30% The topics studied are superpowers, globalisation, diverse places and health, human rights and intervention. Unit 3-20% This is a synoptic investigation based on a geographical issue within a place-based context directly linked to multiple areas of the content covered throughout the course. It is based upon a resource booklet which contains information about the geographical issue. Unit 4-20% An independent investigation focusing on a question or issue from within the course content. This will incorporate fieldwork and utilise the analysis and evaluation skills developed throughout the course.