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In Year 7 and Year 8 Geography we
encourage all our students to actively engage
in the process of 21st century geography.
Our aim is to inspire in pupils a curiosity
and fascination about the world and its
people that will remain with them for the rest
of their lives. The subject is about diverse
places, people, resources and natural and
human environments, together with a deep
understanding of the Earth’s key physical and
human processes.
Throughout Year 7 and Year 8 Geography,
planned progression and challenge fostering
a real sense of geographical enquiry is
key. All material is taught integrating very
contemporary case studies and examples.
Year 7 topics are:
l The Earth’s natural resources – is
biodiversity under threat?
l What are the challenges and
opportunities facing Africa?
l Disasters and risky places – why is
Asia a risky place to live?
l Understanding landscapes – how and
why do we need to interpret landscapes?
Year 8 topics are:
l Is the geography of Russia a curse
or a benefit?
l Issues in the ocean – is our use
of the ocean resource sustainable?
l Why is the Middle East an important
world region?
l Desperate Journeys – what is the
global refugee crisis?
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