KS4 Geography
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What do you study?
The course looks at both physical and human geography and covers 8 topics:
- Global Hazards
- Changing Climate
- Distinctive Landscapes
- Sustaining Ecosystems
- Urban Futures
- Dynamic Development
- UK in the 21st Century
- Resource Reliance
Why study GCSE Geography?
Study Geography if you are:
- Interested in places
- An appreciation of the environment and awareness of the ways in which people and places interact
- Interested in current affairs
- Wants the opportunity to carry out practical work outdoors as well as class work
- Enjoys travel
How is the course assessed?
There are three elements in this GCSE. Graded 1-9 with 9 being the highest.
Three Written Examinations:
Our Natural World – 35% (70 marks)
1 hour and 15 minutes written exam
- Global Hazards
- Changing Climate
- Distinctive Landscapes
- Sustaining Ecosystems
- Fieldwork
- Geographical Skills
People and Society – 35% (70 marks)
1 hour and 15 minutes written exam
- Urban Futures
- Dynamic Development
- UK in the 21st Century
- Resource Reliance
- Fieldwork
- Geographical Skills
Geographical Exploration – 30% (60 marks)
1 hour and 30 minutes written exam
- Geographical Skills
- Decision Making Exercise