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11–12Geography 11–12 Syllabus

Record of changes
Implementation from 2024
Expand for detailed implementation advice

Content

Year 11

Earth’s natural systems
Overview of the uniqueness and diversity of the Earth
  • Nature as a source of wonder

  • People’s connection to the natural world and why it can vary

  • The universal value of Earth’s environments

Processes, cycles and circulations connecting natural systems
  • Characteristics of Earth’s natural systems and factors affecting their functioning

  • The processes, cycles and circulations connecting natural systems

    Including:
    • atmospheric systems
    • hydrological systems
    • geomorphic systems
    • ecological systems
Natural systems and land cover change
  • The nature and extent of Earth’s land cover, including water

  • Natural processes, cycles and circulations that change Earth’s land and water cover

    Including:
    • climatic and glacial cycles
    • the invasion and ecological succession of vegetation communities
  • The natural processes, cycles and circulations that have shaped the land and/or water cover of ONE place

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