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- The new National Qualifications in Scotland will be designed to reflect the aims and values of the Curriculum for Excellence, providing progression from National 4 to Advanced Higher levels.
- Courses will be unit-based and flexibly assessed using methods like projects, practical work and exams. Adding value elements ensure breadth and application of skills.
- Literacy and numeracy will be included as freestanding units in certain subjects at lower levels.
- New qualifications and courses will be developed and published between 2010-2016, with support and guidance materials to aid implementation.
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This document provides an overview of the GCE AS and A Level Specification for English Language B from AQA. It outlines the four units that make up the qualification: Unit 1 focuses on categorizing texts and social contexts; Unit 2 involves creating original texts; Unit 3 builds on AS skills and covers additional topics of language acquisition and change; Unit 4 is a language investigation and media text coursework. The specification then provides details on assessment objectives, administration procedures, and support available from AQA for this qualification.
- The new National Qualifications in Scotland will be designed to reflect the aims and values of the Curriculum for Excellence, providing progression from National 4 to Advanced Higher levels.
- Courses will be unit-based and flexibly assessed using methods like projects, practical work and exams. Adding value elements ensure breadth and application of skills.
- Literacy and numeracy will be included as freestanding units in certain subjects at lower levels.
- New qualifications and courses will be developed and published between 2010-2016, with support and guidance materials to aid implementation.
This document provides information about the AQA GCSE Chemistry specification for certification from June 2014 onwards. It outlines the structure and content of the qualification, including three chemistry units assessed via written exam and one unit involving controlled assessment. The specification document provides details on the aims and objectives of the course, assessment methods, administration procedures, and requirements for moderation. It is intended to inform teachers and exams officers of the key aspects of the GCSE Chemistry course.
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This document provides information about AQA's GCSE Media Studies specification, which will be examined for the first time in June 2014. It outlines the aims, structure, content and assessment of the qualification. The GCSE is made up of two units, with an option to take two further units to achieve a Double Award. Unit 1 is an externally assessed exam focusing on media language, representation, industries and audiences. Unit 2 comprises controlled assessments applying knowledge to practical assignments. The Double Award adds Units 3 and 4, with Unit 3 another exam and Unit 4 a controlled assessment brief.
This document outlines the content covered in Unit 1 of the GCE Biology specification, which focuses on biology and disease. It discusses how pathogens and lifestyle can cause disease, and covers the key content on the digestive system, including the roles of enzymes, proteins, carbohydrates, and transport across membranes. The digestive system content includes the structure and functions of the digestive organs, as well as the processes of digestion and absorption of proteins, carbohydrates, and other molecules. It provides details on the assessment and skills developed in this unit.
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This document provides an overview of the GCE AS and A Level Specification for English Language B from AQA. It outlines the four units that make up the qualification: Unit 1 focuses on categorizing texts and social contexts; Unit 2 involves creating original texts; Unit 3 builds on AS skills and covers additional topics of language acquisition and change; Unit 4 is a language investigation and media text coursework. The specification then provides details on assessment objectives, administration procedures, and support available from AQA for this qualification.
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- The course vision is to produce globally competitive graduates in mining engineering. It will cover mineral formation, ore handling, comminution, separation processes, and material balance.
- Assessment will include problem sets, quizzes, midterm and final exams, and laboratory exercises. The final grade is calculated as 75% for lectures and 25% for laboratories.
- Policies cover academic integrity, accommodations, attendance, and examinations. Incomplete grades, special exams, and the grading scale are also defined.
The document gives an overview of the
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1. An introduction to the course and support available from AQA.
2. An overview of the course content covering core technical principles, specialist technical principles, and designing and making principles.
3. Details of the assessments, including a written exam and non-exam assessment (NEA) practical project.
The document provides concise yet comprehensive information on the structure and content of AQA's GCSE Design and Technology course.
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1. Computer systems, assessed via a 2.5 hour written exam worth 40% of the A Level. This component covers topics like computer architecture, networking, and security.
2. Algorithms and programming, also assessed via a 2.5 hour written exam worth 40% of the A Level. This component focuses on algorithms, programming, and problem solving.
3. Programming project, assessed via a non-exam assessment worth 20% of the A Level. Learners complete an individual programming project to demonstrate their skills.
The specification aims to develop learn
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1) The syllabus name has been changed to "Computer Science" to reflect the progression to AS/AL levels and bring the content up to date.
2) The syllabus code has changed to 2210.
3) The assessment structure has been updated, with Paper 1 now being 1 hour 45 minutes and worth 60% and a new Paper 2 problem-solving exam worth 40%. Coursework has been removed.
4) The content has been revised, with new topics in arrays, computer ethics, and hexadecimal numbers, and one topic removed on systems life cycles.
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- The course focuses on close study of media products and the contexts of media through four areas - media language, representation, industries, and audiences.
- Students will complete two written exams and a non-exam assessment creating a cross-media production.
- Exams assess knowledge of unseen media and require analysis and extended responses. The non-exam assessment is coursework.
- Detailed content is provided on theoretical frameworks for studying media language, representation, industries, and audiences. Close study products are also specified for in-depth
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1) An overview of why students choose Cambridge qualifications and the benefits they provide.
2) A brief description of the AS Level General Paper assessment, which consists of a single 2-hour written exam with two essay questions.
3) The aims of the syllabus to develop critical thinking, analysis, and clarity of expression when discussing a range of issues.
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The document provides an orientation for MET 101: Mineral Processing course. It outlines the course vision, mission, goals and policies. Key details include:
- The course vision is to produce globally competitive graduates in mining engineering. It will cover mineral formation, ore handling, comminution, separation processes, and material balance.
- Assessment will include problem sets, quizzes, midterm and final exams, and laboratory exercises. The final grade is calculated as 75% for lectures and 25% for laboratories.
- Policies cover academic integrity, accommodations, attendance, and examinations. Incomplete grades, special exams, and the grading scale are also defined.
The document gives an overview of the
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This document outlines the specification for AQA's GCSE Design and Technology course. It includes:
1. An introduction to the course and support available from AQA.
2. An overview of the course content covering core technical principles, specialist technical principles, and designing and making principles.
3. Details of the assessments, including a written exam and non-exam assessment (NEA) practical project.
The document provides concise yet comprehensive information on the structure and content of AQA's GCSE Design and Technology course.
This document provides the specification for AQA's GCSE Physics exam to be taken from June 2014 onwards. It outlines the aims, structure, content and assessment of the qualification. The GCSE consists of three externally examined units on Physics 1, 2 and 3, each assessing different sections of the subject content. It also includes one unit of controlled assessment involving investigative skills assignments. The specification document provides details on the learning outcomes, assessment objectives, subject content, scheme of assessment, administration procedures and grade descriptions for the GCSE.
This document is a syllabus for Cambridge International A & AS Level Biology. It outlines the aims, objectives, content, and assessment of the course. The aims are to provide students with an understanding of biology, scientific skills, and interests in further study. Students can take AS exams after 1 year or complete the full A Level after 2 years. Assessment includes multiple choice, structured questions, practical exams, and essays. The content covers core biological principles and applications.
The document provides an orientation for an underground mining engineering course. It outlines the vision, mission, and goals of the university and college to produce globally competitive graduates. It then discusses course information including topics, materials, policies and evaluation criteria. The course aims to teach techniques and systems for underground mining methods. Assessment includes exams, assignments, and participation. Excerpts from the student handbook cover policies on grading, examinations and academic integrity.
This document provides an overview of the OCR A Level in Computer Science specification. It outlines the three components that make up the qualification:
1. Computer systems, assessed via a 2.5 hour written exam worth 40% of the A Level. This component covers topics like computer architecture, networking, and security.
2. Algorithms and programming, also assessed via a 2.5 hour written exam worth 40% of the A Level. This component focuses on algorithms, programming, and problem solving.
3. Programming project, assessed via a non-exam assessment worth 20% of the A Level. Learners complete an individual programming project to demonstrate their skills.
The specification aims to develop learn
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1) The syllabus name has been changed to "Computer Science" to reflect the progression to AS/AL levels and bring the content up to date.
2) The syllabus code has changed to 2210.
3) The assessment structure has been updated, with Paper 1 now being 1 hour 45 minutes and worth 60% and a new Paper 2 problem-solving exam worth 40%. Coursework has been removed.
4) The content has been revised, with new topics in arrays, computer ethics, and hexadecimal numbers, and one topic removed on systems life cycles.
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This document contains the syllabus for the STEM 352: STEM 2 course offered at Teachers College of San Joaquin. The syllabus outlines the dates, instructor contact information, course description, learning outcomes, assignments, grading policy, schedule, and policies for the course. The course focuses on examining STEM curriculum and pedagogy through labs, a field trip, and a culminating individual course project applying design thinking to develop a STEM experience aligned with academic standards.
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- The course focuses on close study of media products and the contexts of media through four areas - media language, representation, industries, and audiences.
- Students will complete two written exams and a non-exam assessment creating a cross-media production.
- Exams assess knowledge of unseen media and require analysis and extended responses. The non-exam assessment is coursework.
- Detailed content is provided on theoretical frameworks for studying media language, representation, industries, and audiences. Close study products are also specified for in-depth
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2) A brief description of the AS Level General Paper assessment, which consists of a single 2-hour written exam with two essay questions.
3) The aims of the syllabus to develop critical thinking, analysis, and clarity of expression when discussing a range of issues.
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GCSE Geography (8035). For exams 2018 onwards. Version 1.0
Visit aqa.org.uk/8035 for the most up-to-date specification, resources, support and administration
Contents
1 Introduction 5
1.1 Why choose AQA for GCSE Geography 5
1.2 Support and resources to help you teach 5
2 Specification at a glance 8
2.1 Subject content 8
2.2 Assessments 9
3 Subject content 10
3.1 Living with the physical environment 10
3.2 Challenges in the human environment 17
3.3 Geographical applications 23
3.4 Geographical skills 26
4 Scheme of assessment 29
4.1 Aims and learning outcomes 29
4.2 Assessment objectives 30
4.3 Assessment weightings 30
4.4 Spelling, Punctuation and Grammar (SPaG) 31
5 General administration 32
5.1 Entries and codes 32
5.2 Overlaps with other qualifications 32
5.3 Awarding grades and reporting results 32
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1 Introduction
1.1 Why choose AQA for GCSE Geography
Our specification enables a variety of teaching and learning approaches. This exciting and relevant
course studies geography in a balanced framework of physical and human themes and investigates the
link between them.
Students will travel the world from their classroom, exploring case studies in the United Kingdom (UK),
higher income countries (HICs), newly emerging economies (NEEs) and lower income countries (LICs).
Topics of study include climate change, poverty, deprivation, global shifts in economic power and the
challenge of sustainable resource use. Students are also encouraged to understand their role in society,
by considering different viewpoints, values and attitudes.
We created this specification with help from teachers and subject experts and we’re confident you’ll
enjoy teaching it as much as your students will enjoy learning.
Upon completion of this two year course, students will have the skills and experience to progress onto
A-level and beyond.
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1.2 Support and resources to help you teach
We’ve worked with experienced teachers to provide you with a range of resources that will help you
confidently plan, teach and prepare for exams.
Teaching resources
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resources and more
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2 Specification at a glance
This qualification is linear. Linear means that students will sit all their exams at the end of the course.
2.1 Subject content
Living with the physical environment
3.1.1 Section A: The challenge of natural hazards
3.1.2 Section B: The living world
3.1.3 Section C: Physical landscapes in the UK
Challenges in the human environment
3.2.1 Section A: Urban issues and challenges
3.2.2 Section B: The changing economic world
3.2.3 Section C: The challenge of resource management
Geographical applications
3.3.1 Section A: Issue evaluation
3.3.2 Section B: Fieldwork
Geographical skills
3.4 Geographical skills
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2.2 Assessments
Paper 1: Living with the
physical environment
What's assessed
3.1.1 The challenge of
natural hazards, 3.1.2 The
living world, 3.1.3 Physical
landscapes in the UK, 3.4
Geographical skills
How it's assessed
•• Written exam: 1 hour
30 minutes
•• 88 marks (including
3 marks for spelling,
punctuation, grammar
and specialist terminology
(SPaG))
•• 35 % of GCSE
Questions
•• Section A: answer all
questions (33 marks)
•• Section B: answer all
questions (25 marks)
•• Section C: answer any two
questions from questions
3, 4 and 5 (30 marks)
•• Question types: multiple-
choice, short answer,
levels of response,
extended prose
Paper 2: Challenges in the
human environment
What's assessed
3.2.1 Urban issues and
challenges, 3.2.2 The
changing economic world,
3.2.3 The challenge of
resource management, 3.4
Geographical skills
How it's assessed
•• Written exam: 1 hour
30 minutes
•• 88 marks (including
3 marks for SPaG)
•• 35 % of GCSE
Questions
•• Section A: answer all
questions (33 marks)
•• Section B: answer all
questions (30 marks)
•• Section C: answer
question 3 and one from
questions 4, 5 or 6
(25 marks)
•• Question types: multiple-
choice, short answer,
levels of response,
extended prose
Paper 3: Geographical
applications
What's assessed
3.3.1 Issue evaluation, 3.3.2
Fieldwork, 3.4 Geographical
skills
How it's assessed
•• Written exam: 1 hour
15 minutes
•• 76 marks (including
6 marks for SPaG)
•• 30 % of GCSE
•• Pre-release resources
booklet made available
12 weeks before Paper 3
exam
Questions
•• Section A: answer all
questions (37 marks)
•• Section B: answer all
questions (39 marks)
•• Question types: multiple-
choice, short answer,
levels of response,
extended prose
+ +
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3 Subject content
The subject content is split into four units: 3.1 Living with the physical environment, 3.2 Challenges in
the human environment, 3.3 Geographical applications and 3.4 Geographical skills.
In units 3.1 and 3.2 the content is split into sections, with each section focusing on a particular
geographical theme. Unit 3.3 sets out the requirements for fieldwork and issue evaluation. Unit 3.4 sets
out the geographical skills that students are required to develop and demonstrate.
In the specification content, students are required to study case studies and examples. Case studies
are broader in context and require greater breadth and depth of knowledge and understanding.
Examples are more focused on a specific event or situation, are smaller in scale and do not cover the
same degree of content.
3.1 Living with the physical environment
This unit is concerned with the dynamic nature of physical processes and systems, and human
interaction with them in a variety of places and at a range of scales.
The aims of this unit are to develop an understanding of the tectonic, geomorphological, biological
and meteorological processes and features in different environments, and the need for management
strategies governed by sustainability and consideration of the direct and indirect effects of human
interaction with the Earth and the atmosphere.
3.1.1 Section A: The challenge of natural hazards
In this section, students are required to study all the themes.
3.1.1.1 Natural hazards
Key idea Specification content
Natural hazards pose major
risks to people and property.
Definition of a natural hazard.
Types of natural hazard.
Factors affecting hazard risk.
3.1.1.2 Tectonic hazards
Key idea Specification content
Earthquakes and volcanic
eruptions are the result of
physical processes.
Plate tectonics theory.
Global distribution of earthquakes and volcanic eruptions and their
relationship to plate margins.
Physical processes taking place at different types of plate margin
(constructive, destructive and conservative) that lead to earthquakes
and volcanic activity.
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The effects of, and responses
to, a tectonic hazard vary
between areas of contrasting
levels of wealth.
Primary and secondary effects of a tectonic hazard.
Immediate and long-term responses to a tectonic hazard.
Use named examples to show how the effects and responses to
a tectonic hazard vary between two areas of contrasting levels of
wealth.
Management can reduce the
effects of a tectonic hazard.
Reasons why people continue to live in areas at risk from a tectonic
hazard.
How monitoring, prediction, protection and planning can reduce the
risks from a tectonic hazard.
3.1.1.3 Weather hazards
Key idea Specification content
Global atmospheric
circulation helps to determine
patterns of weather and
climate.
General atmospheric circulation model: pressure belts and surface
winds.
Tropical storms (hurricanes,
cyclones, typhoons) develop
as a result of particular
physical conditions.
Global distribution of tropical storms (hurricanes, cyclones,
typhoons).
An understanding of the relationship between tropical storms and
general atmospheric circulation.
Causes of tropical storms and the sequence of their formation and
development.
The structure and features of a tropical storm.
How climate change might affect the distribution, frequency and
intensity of tropical storms.
Tropical storms have
significant effects on people
and the environment.
Primary and secondary effects of tropical storms.
Immediate and long-term responses to tropical storms.
Use a named example of a tropical storm to show its effects and
responses.
How monitoring, prediction, protection and planning can reduce the
effects of tropical storms.
The UK is affected by a
number of weather hazards.
An overview of types of weather hazard experienced in the UK.
Extreme weather events
in the UK have impacts on
human activity.
An example of a recent extreme weather event in the UK to illustrate:
•• causes
•• social, economic and environmental impacts
•• how management strategies can reduce risk.
Evidence that weather is becoming more extreme in the UK.
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3.1.1.4 Climate change
Key idea Specification content
Climate change is the result
of natural and human factors,
and has a range of effects.
Evidence for climate change from the beginning of the Quaternary
period to the present day.
Possible causes of climate change:
•• natural factors – orbital changes, volcanic activity and solar output
•• human factors – use of fossil fuels, agriculture and deforestation.
Overview of the effects of climate change on people and the
environment.
Managing climate change
involves both mitigation
(reducing causes) and
adaptation (responding to
change).
Managing climate change:
•• mitigation – alternative energy production, carbon capture,
planting trees, international agreements
•• adaptation – change in agricultural systems, managing water
supply, reducing risk from rising sea levels.
3.1.2 Section B: The living world
In this section, students are required to study Ecosystems, Tropical rainforests and one from
Hot deserts or Cold environments.
3.1.2.1 Ecosystems
Key idea Specification content
Ecosystems exist at a range
of scales and involve the
interaction between biotic
and abiotic components.
An example of a small scale UK ecosystem to illustrate the concept
of interrelationships within a natural system, an understanding of
producers, consumers, decomposers, food chain, food web and
nutrient cycling.
The balance between components. The impact on the ecosystem of
changing one component.
An overview of the distribution and characteristics of large scale
natural global ecosystems.
3.1.2.2 Tropical rainforests
Key idea Specification content
Tropical rainforest
ecosystems have a range of
distinctive characteristics.
The physical characteristics of a tropical rainforest.
The interdependence of climate, water, soils, plants, animals and
people.
How plants and animals adapt to the physical conditions.
Issues related to biodiversity.
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Deforestation has economic
and environmental impacts.
Changing rates of deforestation.
A case study of a tropical rainforest to illustrate:
•• causes of deforestation – subsistence and commercial farming,
logging, road building, mineral extraction, energy development,
settlement, population growth
•• impacts of deforestation – economic development, soil erosion,
contribution to climate change.
Tropical rainforests need
to be managed to be
sustainable.
Value of tropical rainforests to people and the environment.
Strategies used to manage the rainforest sustainably – selective
logging and replanting, conservation and education, ecotourism and
international agreements about the use of tropical hardwoods, debt
reduction.
3.1.2.3 Hot deserts
Key idea Specification content
Hot desert ecosystems
have a range of distinctive
characteristics.
The physical characteristics of a hot desert.
The interdependence of climate, water, soils, plants, animals and
people.
How plants and animals adapt to the physical conditions.
Issues related to biodiversity.
Development of hot desert
environments creates
opportunities and challenges.
A case study of a hot desert to illustrate:
•• development opportunities in hot desert environments: mineral
extraction, energy, farming, tourism
•• challenges of developing hot desert environments: extreme
temperatures, water supply, inaccessibility.
Areas on the fringe of
hot deserts are at risk of
desertification.
Causes of desertification – climate change, population growth,
removal of fuel wood, overgrazing, over-cultivation and soil erosion.
Strategies used to reduce the risk of desertification – water and soil
management, tree planting and use of appropriate technology.
3.1.2.4 Cold environments
Key idea Specification content
Cold environments (polar
and tundra) have a range of
distinctive characteristics.
The physical characteristics of a cold environment.
The interdependence of climate, permafrost, soils, plants, animals
and people.
How plants and animals adapt to the physical conditions.
Issues related to biodiversity.
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Development of cold
environments creates
opportunities and challenges.
A case study of a cold environment to illustrate:
•• development opportunities in cold environments: mineral
extraction, energy, fishing and tourism
•• challenges of developing cold environments: extreme
temperature, inaccessibility, provision of buildings and
infrastructure.
Cold environments are at risk
from economic development.
The value of cold environments as wilderness areas and why these
fragile environments should be protected.
Strategies used to balance the needs of economic development
and conservation in cold environments – use of technology, role of
governments, international agreements and conservation groups.
3.1.3 Section C: Physical landscapes in the UK
In this section, students are required to study UK physical landscapes and two from
Coastal landscapes in the UK, River landscapes in the UK and Glacial landscapes in the UK.
3.1.3.1 UK physical landscapes
Key idea Specification content
The UK has a range of
diverse landscapes.
An overview of the location of major upland/lowland areas and river
systems.
3.1.3.2 Coastal landscapes in the UK
Key idea Specification content
The coast is shaped by
a number of physical
processes.
Wave types and characteristics.
Coastal processes:
•• weathering processes – mechanical, chemical
•• mass movement – sliding, slumping and rock falls
•• erosion – hydraulic power, abrasion and attrition
•• transportation – longshore drift
•• deposition – why sediment is deposited in coastal areas.
Distinctive coastal landforms
are the result of rock type,
structure and physical
processes.
How geological structure and rock type influence coastal forms.
Characteristics and formation of landforms resulting from erosion
– headlands and bays, cliffs and wave cut platforms, caves, arches
and stacks.
Characteristics and formation of landforms resulting from deposition
– beaches, sand dunes, spits and bars.
An example of a section of coastline in the UK to identify its major
landforms of erosion and deposition.
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Different management
strategies can be used to
protect coastlines from the
effects of physical processes.
The costs and benefits of the following management strategies:
•• hard engineering – sea walls, rock armour, gabions and groynes
•• soft engineering – beach nourishment and reprofiling, dune
regeneration
•• managed retreat – coastal realignment.
An example of a coastal management scheme in the UK to show:
•• the reasons for management
•• the management strategy
•• the resulting effects and conflicts.
3.1.3.3 River landscapes in the UK
Key idea Specification content
The shape of river valleys
changes as rivers flow
downstream.
The long profile and changing cross profile of a river and its valley.
Fluvial processes:
•• erosion – hydraulic action, abrasion, attrition, solution, vertical and
lateral erosion
•• transportation – traction, saltation, suspension and solution
•• deposition – why rivers deposit sediment.
Distinctive fluvial landforms
result from different physical
processes.
Characteristics and formation of landforms resulting from erosion –
interlocking spurs, waterfalls and gorges.
Characteristics and formation of landforms resulting from erosion
and deposition – meanders and ox-bow lakes.
Characteristics and formation of landforms resulting from deposition
– levées, flood plains and estuaries.
An example of a river valley in the UK to identify its major landforms
of erosion and deposition.
Different management
strategies can be used to
protect river landscapes from
the effects of flooding.
How physical and human factors affect the flood risk – precipitation,
geology, relief and land use.
The use of hydrographs to show the relationship between
precipitation and discharge.
The costs and benefits of the following management strategies:
•• hard engineering – dams and reservoirs, straightening,
embankments, flood relief channels
•• soft engineering – flood warnings and preparation, flood plain
zoning, planting trees and river restoration.
An example of a flood management scheme in the UK to show:
•• why the scheme was required
•• the management strategy
•• the social, economic and environmental issues.
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3.1.3.4 Glacial landscapes in the UK
Key idea Specification content
Ice was a powerful force
in shaping the physical
landscape of the UK.
Maximum extent of ice cover across the UK during the last ice age.
Glacial processes:
•• freeze-thaw weathering
•• erosion – abrasion and plucking
•• movement and transportation – rotational slip and bulldozing
•• deposition – why glaciers deposit sediment (till and outwash).
Distinctive glacial landforms
result from different physical
processes.
Characteristics and formation of landforms resulting from erosion –
corries, arêtes, pyramidal peaks, truncated spurs, glacial troughs,
ribbon lakes and hanging valleys.
Characteristics and formation of landforms resulting from
transportation and deposition – erratics, drumlins, types of moraine.
An example of an upland area in the UK affected by glaciation to
identify its major landforms of erosion and deposition.
Glaciated upland areas
provide opportunities for
different economic activities,
and management strategies
can be used to reduce land
use conflicts.
An overview of economic activities in glaciated upland areas –
tourism, farming, forestry and quarrying.
Conflicts between different land uses, and between development
and conservation.
An example of a glaciated upland area in the UK used for tourism to
show:
•• the attractions for tourists
•• social, economic and environmental impacts of tourism
•• strategies used to manage the impact of tourism.
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3.2 Challenges in the human environment
This unit is concerned with human processes, systems and outcomes and how these change both
spatially and temporally. They are studied in a variety of places and at a range of scales and must
include places in various states of development, such as higher income countries (HICs), lower income
countries (LICs) and newly emerging economies (NEEs).
The aims of this unit are to develop an understanding of the factors that produce a diverse variety of
human environments; the dynamic nature of these environments that change over time and place; the
need for sustainable management; and the areas of current and future challenge and opportunity for
these environments.
3.2.1 Section A: Urban issues and challenges
In this section, students are required to study all the themes.
Key idea Specification content
A growing percentage of the
world’s population lives in
urban areas.
The global pattern of urban change.
Urban trends in different parts of the world including HICs and LICs.
Factors affecting the rate of urbanisation – migration (push–pull
theory), natural increase.
The emergence of megacities.
Urban growth creates
opportunities and challenges
for cities in LICs and NEEs.
A case study of a major city in an LIC or NEE to illustrate:
•• the location and importance of the city, regionally, nationally and
internationally
•• causes of growth: natural increase and migration
•• how urban growth has created opportunities:
•• social: access to services – health and education; access to
resources – water supply, energy
•• economic: how urban industrial areas can be a stimulus for
economic development
•• how urban growth has created challenges:
•• managing urban growth – slums, squatter settlements
•• providing clean water, sanitation systems and energy
•• providing access to services – health and education
•• reducing unemployment and crime
•• managing environmental issues – waste disposal, air and water
pollution, traffic congestion.
An example of how urban planning is improving the quality of life for
the urban poor.
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Urban change in cities in
the UK leads to a variety
of social, economic and
environmental opportunities
and challenges.
Overview of the distribution of population and the major cities in the
UK.
A case study of a major city in the UK to illustrate:
•• the location and importance of the city in the UK and the wider
world
•• impacts of national and international migration on the growth and
character of the city
•• how urban change has created opportunities:
•• social and economic: cultural mix, recreation and
entertainment, employment, integrated transport systems
•• environmental: urban greening
•• how urban change has created challenges:
•• social and economic: urban deprivation, inequalities in housing,
education, health and employment
•• environmental: dereliction, building on brownfield and
greenfield sites, waste disposal
•• the impact of urban sprawl on the rural–urban fringe, and the
growth of commuter settlements.
An example of an urban regeneration project to show:
•• reasons why the area needed regeneration
•• the main features of the project.
Urban sustainability requires
management of resources
and transport.
Features of sustainable urban living:
•• water and energy conservation
•• waste recycling
•• creating green space.
How urban transport strategies are used to reduce traffic congestion.
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3.2.2 Section B: The changing economic world
In this section, students are required to study all the themes.
Key idea Specification content
There are global variations in
economic development and
quality of life.
Different ways of classifying parts of the world according to their
level of economic development and quality of life.
Different economic and social measures of development: gross
national income (GNI) per head, birth and death rates, infant
mortality, life expectancy, people per doctor, literacy rates, access to
safe water, Human Development Index (HDI).
Limitations of economic and social measures.
Link between stages of the Demographic Transition Model and the
level of development.
Causes of uneven development: physical, economic and historical.
Consequences of uneven development: disparities in wealth and
health, international migration.
Various strategies exist
for reducing the global
development gap.
An overview of the strategies used to reduce the development
gap: investment, industrial development and tourism, aid, using
intermediate technology, fairtrade, debt relief, microfinance loans.
An example of how the growth of tourism in an LIC or NEE helps to
reduce the development gap.
Some LICs and NEEs are
experiencing rapid economic
development which leads
to significant social,
environmental and cultural
change.
A case study of one LIC or NEE to illustrate:
•• the location and importance of the country, regionally and globally
•• the wider political, social, cultural and environmental context
within which the country is placed
•• the changing industrial structure. The balance between different
sectors of the economy. How manufacturing industry can
stimulate economic development
•• the role of transnational corporations (TNCs) in relation to
industrial development. Advantages and disadvantages of TNC(s)
to the host country
•• the changing political and trading relationships with the wider
world
•• international aid: types of aid, impacts of aid on the receiving
country
•• the environmental impacts of economic development
•• the effects of economic development on quality of life for the
population.
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Major changes in the
economy of the UK have
affected, and will continue to
affect, employment patterns
and regional growth.
Economic futures in the UK:
•• causes of economic change: de-industrialisation and decline of
traditional industrial base, globalisation and government policies
•• moving towards a post-industrial economy: development of
information technology, service industries, finance, research,
science and business parks
•• impacts of industry on the physical environment. An example of
how modern industrial development can be more environmentally
sustainable
•• social and economic changes in the rural landscape in one area of
population growth and one area of population decline
•• improvements and new developments in road and rail
infrastructure, port and airport capacity
•• the north–south divide. Strategies used in an attempt to resolve
regional differences
•• the place of the UK in the wider world. Links through trade,
culture, transport, and electronic communication. Economic and
political links: the European Union (EU) and Commonwealth.
3.2.3 Section C: The challenge of resource management
In this section, students are required to study Resource management and one from Food or Water or
Energy.
3.2.3.1 Resource management
Key idea Specification content
Food, water and energy
are fundamental to human
development.
The significance of food, water and energy to economic and social
well-being.
An overview of global inequalities in the supply and consumption of
resources.
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The changing demand and
provision of resources in the
UK create opportunities and
challenges.
An overview of resources in relation to the UK.
Food:
•• the growing demand for high-value food exports from low income
countries and all-year demand for seasonal food and organic
produce
•• larger carbon footprints due to the increasing number of ‘food
miles’ travelled, and moves towards local sourcing of food
•• the trend towards agribusiness.
Water:
•• the changing demand for water
•• water quality and pollution management
•• matching supply and demand – areas of deficit and surplus
•• the need for transfer to maintain supplies.
Energy:
•• the changing energy mix – reliance on fossil fuels, growing
significance of renewables
•• reduced domestic supplies of coal, gas and oil
•• economic and environmental issues associated with exploitation
of energy sources.
3.2.3.2 Food
Key idea Specification content
Demand for food resources is
rising globally but supply can
be insecure, which may lead
to conflict.
Areas of surplus (security) and deficit (insecurity):
•• global patterns of calorie intake and food supply
•• reasons for increasing food consumption: economic development,
rising population
•• factors affecting food supply: climate, technology, pests and
disease, water stress, conflict, poverty.
Impacts of food insecurity – famine, undernutrition, soil erosion,
rising prices, social unrest.
Different strategies can be
used to increase food supply.
Overview of strategies to increase food supply:
•• irrigation, aeroponics and hydroponics, the new green revolution
and use of biotechnology, appropriate technology
•• an example of a large scale agricultural development to show
how it has both advantages and disadvantages.
Moving towards a sustainable resource future:
•• the potential for sustainable food supplies: organic farming,
permaculture, urban farming initiatives, fish and meat from
sustainable sources, seasonal food consumption, reduced waste
and losses
•• an example of a local scheme in an LIC or NEE to increase
sustainable supplies of food.
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3.2.3.3 Water
Key idea Specification content
Demand for water resources
is rising globally but supply
can be insecure, which may
lead to conflict.
Areas of surplus (security) and deficit (insecurity):
•• global patterns of water surplus and deficit
•• reasons for increasing water consumption: economic
development, rising population
•• factors affecting water availability: climate, geology, pollution of
supply, over-abstraction, limited infrastructure, poverty.
Impacts of water insecurity – waterborne disease and water
pollution, food production, industrial output, potential for conflict
where demand exceeds supply.
Different strategies can
be used to increase water
supply.
Overview of strategies to increase water supply:
•• diverting supplies and increasing storage, dams and reservoirs,
water transfers and desalination
•• an example of a large scale water transfer scheme to show how
its development has both advantages and disadvantages.
Moving towards a sustainable resource future:
•• water conservation, groundwater management, recycling, ‘grey’
water
•• an example of a local scheme in an LIC or NEE to increase
sustainable supplies of water.
3.2.3.4 Energy
Key idea Specification content
Demand for energy resources
is rising globally but supply
can be insecure, which may
lead to conflict.
Areas of surplus (security) and deficit (insecurity):
•• global distribution of energy consumption and supply
•• reasons for increasing energy consumption: economic
development, rising population, technology
•• factors affecting energy supply: physical factors, cost of
exploitation and production, technology and political factors.
Impacts of energy insecurity – exploration of difficult and
environmentally sensitive areas, economic and environmental costs,
food production, industrial output, potential for conflict where
demand exceeds supply.
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Different strategies can be
used to increase energy
supply.
Overview of strategies to increase energy supply:
•• renewable (biomass, wind, hydro, tidal, geothermal, wave and
solar) and non-renewable (fossil fuels and nuclear power) sources
of energy
•• an example to show how the extraction of a fossil fuel has both
advantages and disadvantages.
Moving towards a sustainable resource future:
•• individual energy use and carbon footprints. Energy conservation:
designing homes, workplaces and transport for sustainability,
demand reduction, use of technology to increase efficiency in the
use of fossil fuels
•• an example of a local renewable energy scheme in an LIC or NEE
to provide sustainable supplies of energy.
3.3 Geographical applications
The Geographical applications unit is designed to be synoptic in that students will be required to draw
together knowledge, understanding and skills from the full course of study. It is an opportunity for
students to show their breadth of understanding and an evaluative appreciation of the interrelationships
between different aspects of geographical study.
3.3.1 Section A: Issue evaluation
This section contributes a critical thinking and problem-solving element to the assessment structure.
The assessment will provide students with the opportunity to demonstrate geographical skills and
applied knowledge and understanding by looking at a particular issue(s) derived from the specification
using secondary sources.
The issue(s) will arise from any aspect of the compulsory sections of the subject content but may
extend beyond it through the use of resources in relation to specific unseen contexts. Students develop
knowledge and understanding of physical geography themes in unit 3.1 and human geography themes
in unit 3.2. This section is synoptic and the assessment will require students to use their learning of
more than one of the themes in units 3.1 and 3.2 so that they can analyse a geographical issue at
a range of scales, consider and select a possible option in relation to the issue(s) and justify their
decision.
A resource booklet will be available twelve weeks before the date of the exam so that students have
the opportunity to work through the resources, enabling them to become familiar with the material.
Students will not be allowed to take the original resource booklet into the examination room but will
be issued with a clean copy in the exam. Sources could include maps at different scales, diagrams,
graphs, statistics, photographs, satellite images, sketches, extracts from published materials, and
quotes from different interest groups.
Assessment will consist of a series of questions related to a contemporary geographical issue(s),
leading to a more extended piece of writing which will involve an evaluative judgement. Students will
apply knowledge and understanding to interpret, analyse and evaluate the information and issue(s) in
the pre-release resources booklet and the question paper. They will also use geographical skills to set
the issue(s) in context and to examine conflicting viewpoints about the issue(s).
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Students will develop a critical perspective on the issue(s) studied, consider the points of view of the
stakeholders involved, make an appraisal of the advantages and disadvantages, and evaluate the
alternatives.
The exam will also require students to consider physical and human interrelationships and to make
reasoned justifications for proposed solutions in terms of their likely impact on both people and the
physical environment.
3.3.2 Section B: Fieldwork
Students need to undertake two geographical enquiries, each of which must include the use of
primary data, collected as part of a fieldwork exercise. There should be a clear link between the
subject content and geographical enquiries, and the enquiries can be based on any part of the content
addressed in units 3.1 and 3.2.
Fieldwork must take place outside the classroom and school grounds on at least two occasions.
The two enquiries must be carried out in contrasting environments and show an understanding of
both physical and human geography. In at least one of the enquiries students are expected to show an
understanding about the interaction between physical and human geography.
Students’ understanding of the enquiry process will be assessed in the following two ways:
1 questions based on the use of fieldwork materials from an unfamiliar context
2 questions based on students’ individual enquiry work. For these questions students will have to
identify the titles of their individual enquiries.
Students will be expected to:
1 apply knowledge and understanding to interpret, analyse and evaluate information and issues
related to geographical enquiry
2 select, adapt and use a variety of skills and techniques to investigate questions and issues and
communicate findings in relation to geographical enquiry.
Geographical enquiry strand Application of knowledge and understanding, and skills
1. Suitable question for
geographical enquiry
The factors that need to be considered when selecting suitable
questions/hypotheses for geographical enquiry.
The geographical theory/concept underpinning the enquiry.
Appropriate sources of primary and secondary evidence,
including locations for fieldwork.
The potential risks of both human and physical fieldwork and how
these risks might be reduced.
2. Selecting, measuring and
recording data appropriate to
the chosen enquiry
Difference between primary and secondary data.
Identification and selection of appropriate physical and human
data.
Measuring and recording data using different sampling methods.
Description and justification of data collection methods.
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Geographical enquiry strand Application of knowledge and understanding, and skills
3. Selecting appropriate ways
of processing and presenting
fieldwork data
Appreciation that a range of visual, graphical and cartographic
methods is available.
Selection and accurate use of appropriate presentation methods.
Description, explanation and adaptation of presentation methods
4. Describing, analysing and
explaining fieldwork data
Description, analysis and explanation of the results of fieldwork
data.
Establish links between data sets.
Use appropriate statistical techniques.
Identification of anomalies in fieldwork data.
5. Reaching conclusions Draw evidenced conclusions in relation to original aims of the
enquiry.
6. Evaluation of geographical
enquiry
Identification of problems of data collection methods.
Identification of limitations of data collected.
Suggestions for other data that might be useful.
Extent to which conclusions were reliable.
Fieldwork is an essential aspect of geography. It ensures that students are given the opportunity to
consolidate and extend their geographical understanding by relating learning to real experiences of the
world.
Schools and colleges must submit a written statement as evidence that the fieldwork
requirement has been met.
The statement must record the date, location, numbers of students participating, the main issues/
questions investigated and the part of the specification content to which the fieldwork is linked. The
statement must be signed by the Head of Centre.
Any failure to provide this statement in a timely manner will be treated as malpractice or
maladministration (under Ofqual's General Condition A8 (Malpractice and maladministration)).
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3.4 Geographical skills
Students are required to develop and demonstrate a range of geographical skills, including
cartographic, graphical, numerical and statistical skills, throughout their study of the specification. Skills
will be assessed in all three written exams. Ordnance Survey (OS) maps or other map extracts may be
used in any of the three exams.
3.4.1 Cartographic skills
Cartographic skills relating to a variety of maps at different scales.
Atlas maps:
•• use and understand coordinates – latitude and longitude
•• recognise and describe distributions and patterns of both human and physical features
•• maps based on global and other scales may be used and students may be asked to identify
and describe significant features of the physical and human landscape on them, eg population
distribution, population movements, transport networks, settlement layout, relief and drainage
•• analyse the inter-relationship between physical and human factors on maps and establish
associations between observed patterns on thematic maps.
Ordnance Survey maps:
•• use and interpret OS maps at a range of scales, including 1:50 000 and 1:25 000 and other maps
appropriate to the topic
•• use and understand coordinates – four and six-figure grid references
•• use and understand scale, distance and direction – measure straight and curved line distances using
a variety of scales
•• use and understand gradient, contour and spot height
•• numerical and statistical information
•• identify basic landscape features and describe their characteristics from map evidence
•• identify major relief features on maps and relate cross-sectional drawings to relief features
•• draw inferences about the physical and human landscape by interpretation of map evidence,
including patterns of relief, drainage, settlement, communication and land-use
•• interpret cross sections and transects of physical and human landscapes
•• describe the physical features as they are shown on large scale maps of two of the following
landscapes – coastlines, fluvial and glacial landscapes
•• infer human activity from map evidence, including tourism.
Maps in association with photographs:
•• be able to compare maps
•• sketch maps: draw, label, understand and interpret
•• photographs: use and interpret ground, aerial and satellite photographs
•• describe human and physical landscapes (landforms, natural vegetation, land-use and settlement)
and geographical phenomena from photographs
•• draw sketches from photographs
•• label and annotate diagrams, maps, graphs, sketches and photographs.
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3.4.2 Graphical skills
Graphical skills to:
•• select and construct appropriate graphs and charts to present data, using appropriate scales –
line charts, bar charts, pie charts, pictograms, histograms with equal class intervals, divided bar,
scattergraphs, and population pyramids
•• suggest an appropriate form of graphical representation for the data provided
•• complete a variety of graphs and maps – choropleth, isoline, dot maps, desire lines, proportional
symbols and flow lines
•• use and understand gradient, contour and value on isoline maps
•• plot information on graphs when axes and scales are provided
•• interpret and extract information from different types of maps, graphs and charts, including
population pyramids, choropleth maps, flow-line maps, dispersion graphs.
3.4.3 Numerical skills
Numerical skills to:
•• demonstrate an understanding of number, area and scales, and the quantitative relationships
between units
•• design fieldwork data collection sheets and collect data with an understanding of accuracy, sample
size and procedures, control groups and reliability
•• understand and correctly use proportion and ratio, magnitude and frequency
•• draw informed conclusions from numerical data.
3.4.4 Statistical skills
Statistical skills to:
•• use appropriate measures of central tendency, spread and cumulative frequency (median, mean,
range, quartiles and inter-quartile range, mode and modal class)
•• calculate percentage increase or decrease and understand the use of percentiles
•• describe relationships in bivariate data: sketch trend lines through scatter plots, draw estimated lines
of best fit, make predictions, interpolate and extrapolate trends
•• be able to identify weaknesses in selective statistical presentation of data.
3.4.5 Use of qualitative and quantitative data
Use of qualitative and quantitative data from both primary and secondary sources to obtain, illustrate,
communicate, interpret, analyse and evaluate geographical information.
Examples of types of data:
•• maps
•• fieldwork data
•• geo-spatial data presented in a geographical information system (GIS) framework
•• satellite imagery
•• written and digital sources
•• visual and graphical sources
•• numerical and statistical information.
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3.4.6 Formulate enquiry and argument
Students should demonstrate the ability to:
•• identify questions and sequences of enquiry
•• write descriptively, analytically and critically
•• communicate their ideas effectively
•• develop an extended written argument
•• draw well-evidenced and informed conclusions about geographical questions and issues.
3.4.7 Literacy
Most communication is through the written word, raising the importance of good literacy skills.
Students should be able to communicate information in ways suitable for a range of target audiences.
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4 Scheme of assessment
Find past papers and mark schemes, and specimen papers for new courses, on our website at
aqa.org.uk/pastpapers
This specification is designed to be taken over two years.
This is a linear qualification. In order to achieve the award, students must complete all assessments at
the end of the course and in the same series.
GCSE exams and certification for this specification are available for the first time in May/June 2018 and
then every May/June for the life of the specification.
All materials are available in English only.
Our GCSE exams in Geography include questions that allow students to demonstrate their ability to:
•• draw together their knowledge, understanding and skills from across the full course of study
•• provide extended responses.
4.1 Aims and learning outcomes
Courses based on this specification should encourage students to:
•• develop and extend their knowledge of locations, places, environments and processes, and of
different scales including global; and of social, political and cultural contexts (know geographical
material)
•• gain understanding of the interactions between people and environments, change in places and
processes over space and time, and the inter-relationship between geographical phenomena at
different scales and in different contexts (think like a geographer)
•• develop and extend their competence in a range of skills including those used in fieldwork, in using
maps and GIS and in researching secondary evidence, including digital sources; and develop their
competence in applying sound enquiry and investigative approaches to questions and hypotheses
(study like a geographer)
•• apply geographical knowledge, understanding, skills and approaches appropriately and creatively
to real world contexts, including fieldwork, and to contemporary situations and issues; and develop
well-evidenced arguments drawing on their geographical knowledge and understanding (applying
geography).
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4.2 Assessment objectives
Assessment objectives (AOs) are set by Ofqual and are the same across all GCSE Geography
specifications and all exam boards.
The exams will measure how students have achieved the following assessment objectives.
•• AO1: Demonstrate knowledge of locations, places, processes, environments and different scales
(15 %).
•• AO2: Demonstrate geographical understanding of: concepts and how they are used in relation to
places, environments and processes; the interrelationships between places, environments and
processes (25 %).
•• AO3: Apply knowledge and understanding to interpret, analyse and evaluate geographical
information and issues to make judgements (35 %, including 10 % applied to fieldwork context(s)).
•• AO4: Select, adapt and use a variety of skills and techniques to investigate questions and issues and
communicate findings (25 %, including 5 % used to respond to fieldwork data and context(s)).
Assessment objective weightings for GCSE Geography
Assessment objectives (AOs) Component weightings
(approx %)
Overall weighting
(approx %)
Paper 1 Paper 2 Paper 3
AO1 7.5 7.5 0 15
AO2 11 11 3 25
AO3 8.5 8.5 18 35
AO4 8 8 9 25
Overall weighting of components 35 35 30 100
4.3 Assessment weightings
The marks awarded on the papers will be scaled to meet the weighting of the components. Students’
final marks will be calculated by adding together the scaled marks for each component. Grade
boundaries will be set using this total scaled mark. The scaling and total scaled marks are shown in the
table below.
Component Maximum raw
mark
Scaling factor Maximum
scaled mark
Paper 1: Living with the physical environment 88 x1 88
Paper 2: Challenges in the human environment 88 x1 88
Paper 3: Geographical applications 76 x1 76
Total scaled mark: 252
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4.4 Spelling, Punctuation and Grammar (SPaG)
Spelling, punctuation and grammar (SPaG) will be assessed against the following criteria:
Level Performance descriptor Marks awarded
High performance •• Learners spell and punctuate with consistent accuracy.
•• Learners use rules of grammar with effective control of
meaning overall.
•• Learners use a wide range of specialist terms as
appropriate.
3 marks
Intermediate
performance
•• Learners spell and punctuate with considerable accuracy.
•• Learners use rules of grammar with general control of
meaning overall.
•• Learners use a good range of specialist terms as
appropriate.
2 marks
Threshold
performance
•• Learners spell and punctuate with reasonable accuracy.
•• Learners use rules of grammar with some control of
meaning and any errors do not significantly hinder
meaning overall.
•• Learners use a limited range of specialist terms as
appropriate.
1 mark
No marks
awarded
•• The learner writes nothing.
•• The learner’s response does not relate to the question.
•• The learner’s achievement in SPaG does not reach the
threshold performance level, for example errors in spelling,
punctuation and grammar severely hinder meaning.
0 marks
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5 General administration
You can find information about all aspects of administration, as well as all the forms you need, at
aqa.org.uk/examsadmin
5.1 Entries and codes
You only need to make one entry for each qualification – this will cover all the question papers and
certification.
Every specification is given a national discount (classification) code by the Department for Education
(DfE), which indicates its subject area.
If a student takes two specifications with the same discount code:
•• further and higher education providers are likely to take the view that they have only achieved one of
the two qualifications
•• only one of them will be counted for the purpose of the School and College Performance tables – the
DfE's rules on 'early entry' will determine which one.
Please check this before your students start their course.
Qualification title AQA entry code DfE discount code
AQA GCSE in Geography 8035 RF4
This specification complies with:
•• Ofqual General conditions of recognition that apply to all regulated qualifications
•• Ofqual GCSE qualification level conditions that apply to all GCSEs
•• Ofqual GCSE subject level conditions that apply to all GCSEs in this subject
•• all other relevant regulatory documents.
The Ofqual qualification accreditation number (QAN) is 601/8410/3.
5.2 Overlaps with other qualifications
There are no overlaps with any other AQA qualifications at this level.
5.3 Awarding grades and reporting results
The qualification will be graded on a nine-point scale: 1 to 9 – where 9 is the best grade.
Students who fail to reach the minimum standard for grade 1 will be recorded as U (unclassified) and
will not receive a qualification certificate.
5.4 Re-sits and shelf life
Students can re-sit the qualification as many times as they wish, within the shelf life of the qualification.
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5.5 Previous learning and prerequisites
There are no previous learning requirements. Any requirements for entry to a course based on this
specification are at the discretion of schools and colleges.
5.6 Access to assessment: diversity and inclusion
General qualifications are designed to prepare students for a wide range of occupations and further
study. Therefore our qualifications must assess a wide range of competences.
The subject criteria have been assessed to see if any of the skills or knowledge required present any
possible difficulty to any students, whatever their ethnic background, religion, sex, age, disability or
sexuality. If any difficulties were encountered, the criteria were reviewed again to make sure that tests of
specific competences were only included if they were important to the subject.
As members of the Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ) we participate in the production of the JCQ
document Access Arrangements and Reasonable Adjustments: General and Vocational qualifications.
We follow these guidelines when assessing the needs of individual students who may require an access
arrangement or reasonable adjustment. This document is published on the JCQ website at jcq.org.uk
5.6.1 Students with disabilities and special needs
We can make arrangements for disabled students and students with special needs to help them access
the assessments, as long as the competences being tested are not changed. Access arrangements
must be agreed before the assessment. For example, a Braille paper would be a reasonable adjustment
for a Braille reader but not for a student who does not read Braille.
We are required by the Equality Act 2010 to make reasonable adjustments to remove or lessen any
disadvantage that affects a disabled student.
If you have students who need access arrangements or reasonable adjustments, you can apply using
the Access arrangements online service at aqa.org.uk/eaqa
5.6.2 Special consideration
We can give special consideration to students who have been disadvantaged at the time of the
assessment through no fault of their own – for example a temporary illness, injury or serious problem
such as the death of a relative. We can only do this after the assessment.
Your exams officer should apply online for special consideration at aqa.org.uk/eaqa
For more information and advice about access arrangements, reasonable adjustments and special
consideration please see aqa.org.uk/access or email accessarrangementsqueries@aqa.org.uk
5.7 Working with AQA for the first time
If your school or college has not previously offered any AQA specification, you need to register as an
AQA centre to offer our specifications to your students. Find out how at aqa.org.uk/becomeacentre
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5.8 Private candidates
This specification is available to private candidates.
A private candidate is someone who enters for exams through an AQA-approved school or college but
is not enrolled as a student there.
A private candidate may be self-taught, home-schooled or have private tuition, either with a tutor or
through a distance learning organisation. You must be based in the UK.
Private candidates entered for this specification must comply with the requirements set out in
Section B: Fieldwork. This states that fieldwork must take place outside school grounds on two
separate occasions.
The head of the AQA-approved school or college the private candidate is entering with must sign a
written statement confirming the candidate has completed fieldwork. This could be through evidence
presented by the candidate and questioning about the fieldwork enquiry, or by a teacher from the
centre supervising the candidate's fieldwork activity.
If you have any queries as a private candidate, you can:
•• speak to the exams officer at the school or college where you intend to take your exams
•• visit our website at aqa.org.uk/privatecandidates
•• email: privatecandidates@aqa.org.uk