Year 9
Topics Covered
China the Superpower
The students will track the rise of China to become a superpower.
Dangerous Earth
Students will study tectonic hazards and how humans are trying to manage them.
Globalisation & Development
Students will examine the development gap and the impacts of globalisation.
Backpackers guide
This topic gives the students the opportunity to explore the World they live in while developing their geographical skills.
Wild Weather
Students will look at the physical processes which create the World?s strangest weather phenomenon.
Assessment Information
At Key Stage 3 each module will have a formal assessment to National Curriculum Levels.
China the Superpower
Create a video to justify the choice of next global superpower.
Dangerous Earth
Describe & explain tectonic activity.
Globalisation & Development
Explain why Omar is at home stitching footballs.
Backpackers guide
Create and map an around the world trip.
Wild Weather
Produce a documentary of a global disaster.
Fieldwork
A mock controlled assessment.
Other Information
Useful Kit: Ruler, compass, colouring crayons
Trips: Fieldwork (off site) in Year 9
