For each topic we've given you a few things to think about, to start with based on the topics considered in the Video Tasters. We've also supplied a geographical article for wider reading and an A Level exam question to show you how the topic would be assessed.
These activities are to give you an idea of the sort of work we do in Geography. Nothing here is compulsory.
Pop out the slides to make them easier to read. Click the speaker icon on some of the slides to hear supporting audio.
Here you can decide on a symbol as an artistic representation of Darlington before examining statistical representation of three wards using census data. Read about fieldwork you could do to learn about rebranding of an area and return to the theme of representation with an exam question.
Our questions follow on from the video, thinking about coastal erosion and coastal flooding. A scenario gets you to consider the impact of geology on these processes.
Optional extra reading here includes a GeoFactsheet about southern England's spectacular Jurassic Coastline, plus there's a data response A Level exam question from 2019 to cast your eye over!
The slideshow recaps on the Urban Heat Island and shows you a land use map of an American city for you to use to determine likely temperature variations.
The article focuses on a different topic, looking at different parts of contemporary urban environments.
Water and carbon are fundamental to life on earth, yet our actions are upsetting the delicate balance in which they exist. Pop out the slides and answer the questions to assess the risk.
You can read more about the Carbon Cycle in this article and see information about changes in greenhouse gas emissions that was used in an A Level exam question in 2018.
Consider a range of different factors that may contribute to the impacts of an earthquake event. Watch a video about a devastating event in Haiti but then read about lesser impacts of a similar magnitude quake in New Zealand. Have a look at an essay-style question and consider the range of arguments that you might be able to put forward.
Research further the issues from the Video Taster about the proposed Antarctic Ocean Sanctuary. Combine information from different sources to form an opinion.
Read about the management not just of the Antarctic but the Arctic too, then consider how your knowledge and opinions could help you to complete an exam style essay question.
If you've enjoyed these taster activities and want to do more to become a successful Geographer, here are some further resources to help. The wider reading, Geog is Everywhere document points you in the direction of reading opportunities and other ways in which you can engage with Geography. The Spotlight on Geography link shows you some of the resources available in our College library that could be of use to you during your A Level course, if you come to QE!
Check out the links at the end of our Extra-Curricular Opportunities page for more ways of keeping up to date with Geography as it happens!