Audenshaw GCSE Geography AQA

Paper 2 Section C - The Challenge of Resource Management: The Lesotho Highland Water Project

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 14:40:18 GMT

Case study for a large scale-water scheme for AQA GCSE Geography

Paper 2 Section B - The Changing Economic World: Changing Transport Infrastructure in the UK

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 14:30:56 GMT

In this podcast, we explore how transport infrastructure in the UK is changing. We look at improvements such as road upgrades, rail investment, and public transport projects, and explain how these support economic development and reduce congestion.

Paper 2 Section B - The Changing Economic World: Sustainable Industry - Nissan in Sunderland

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 14:30:54 GMT

In this podcast, we explore Nissan in Sunderland as an example of sustainable industry in the UK. We explain how Nissan supports economic development through jobs and investment, while reducing environmental impacts by using renewable energy and efficient production.

Paper 2 Section B - The Changing Economic World: The UK's Post Industrial Economy

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 13:51:33 GMT

In this podcast, we explore the UK’s post-industrial economy and how it affects development. We explain the decline of manufacturing and the growth of service industries, such as finance and technology, and how this has changed jobs and wealth across the UK.

Paper 2 Section B - The Changing Economic World: Shell in Nigeria Case Study

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 13:51:32 GMT

In this podcast, we explore Shell as a transnational corporation (TNC) in Nigeria and its impact on development. We examine how Shell’s investment can support economic development through jobs, income, and infrastructure, as well as the challenges it creates, such as environmental damage and uneven development.

Paper 2 Section B - The Changing Economic World: Introducing Nigeria

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 09:34:18 GMT

In this podcast, we introduce Nigeria and explore its role in the wider world. We look at Nigeria’s industrial structure, including the primary, secondary, and tertiary sectors, and explain why these are important for its development

Paper 2 Section B - The Changing Economic World: Tourism in Kenya

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 09:06:01 GMT

In this podcast, we explore how tourism in Kenya helps to close the development gap. We explain how tourism creates jobs, brings income, and supports local communities, as well as the challenges it can cause.

Paper 2 Section B - The Changing Economic World: Strategies to Close the Development Gap

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 15:14:22 GMT

In this podcast, we explore different strategies used to close the development gap between countries. We explain approaches such as aid, fair trade, tourism, and industrial development, and how they can help reduce poverty and improve quality of life.

Paper 2 Section B - The Changing Economic World: Measuring Development

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 14:33:19 GMT

In this podcast, we look at economic development and how it is measured. We explain key development indicators such as GDP, life expectancy, literacy rates, and the Human Development Index (HDI).

Paper 2 Section A - Urban Issues and Challenges: Sustainable Transport Singapore

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 13:56:49 GMT

In this podcast, we examine how Singapore manages traffic sustainably to reduce congestion and pollution. We explore strategies such as congestion charging, investment in public transport, and restrictions on car ownership. The podcast explains how these methods improve air quality, reduce traffic, and support a more sustainable city, linking clearly to the AQA GCSE Geography course.

Paper 2 Section A - Urban Issues and Challenges: Sustainable Urban Living Freiburg

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 13:52:59 GMT

In this podcast, we explore the city of Freiburg in Germany and why it is known as a leading example of a sustainable city. We will look at how Freiburg uses renewable energy, sustainable transport, and eco-friendly housing to reduce its environmental impact. The podcast explains how these strategies improve quality of life for residents and links to key ideas from the AQA GCSE Geography course.

Paper 2 Section A - Urban Issues and Challenges: Regeneration of the Temple Quarter

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 15:35:35 GMT

This podcast explores the Temple Quarter regeneration in Bristol. It examines the social, economic, and environmental impacts of the project.

Paper 2 Section A - Urban Issues and Challenges: Opportunities and Challenges in Bristol

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 15:28:52 GMT

This podcast explores the opportunities and challenges in Bristol. It examines social, economic, and environmental opportunities, as well as challenges facing the city.

Paper 2 Section A - Urban Issues and Challenges: Favela Bairro Project

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 13:18:14 GMT

This podcast explores the Favela Bairro Project in Rio de Janeiro. It explains why the project was needed and explores how the project improved the lives of the urban poor, while also considering the challenges that remain.

Paper 2 Section A - Urban Issues and Challenges: Opportunities and Challenges in Rio

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 13:18:12 GMT

This podcast explores the opportunities and challenges in Rio de Janeiro. It examines social, economic, and environmental opportunities such as employment and education, as well as challenges including inequality, housing, and environmental issues

Paper 1 Section C - Physical Landscapes in the UK: Rivers Banbury Case Study

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 11:26:06 GMT

This podcast focuses on the Banbury flood management scheme. It explains why river management was needed, outlines the strategies put in place to reduce flood risk, and assesses the social, economic, and environmental impacts of these measures.

Paper 1 Section C - Physical Landscapes in the UK: River Landforms of Erosion and Deposition

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 11:23:08 GMT

This podcast explores river landforms created by erosion and deposition. It explains how key landforms are formed and identifies where they are found along a river’s course, from the upper to the lower course

Paper 1 Section C - Physical Landscapes in the UK: Coasts Lyme Regis Case Study

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 11:23:04 GMT

This podcast examines coastal management at Lyme Regis. It explains why management was necessary, describes the strategies that have been used to protect the coastline, and assesses the social, economic, and environmental impacts of these measures.

Paper 1 Section C - Physical Landscapes in the UK: Coastal Landforms of Deposition

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 15:14:37 GMT

Explores the formation of coastal landforms through deposition.

Paper 1 Section C - Physical Landscapes in the UK: Coastal Landforms of Erosion

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 15:09:03 GMT

Explores the formation of coastal landforms through erosion.

Paper 1 Section B - The Living World: Desertification - Causes, Impacts and Management

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 15:00:37 GMT

Explores desertification in the Sahel, including its causes, impacts, and management.

Paper 1 Section B - The Living World: The Thar Desert

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 14:50:36 GMT

Covers the opportunities, challenges, and management strategies in the Thar Desert.

Paper 1 Section B - The Living World: Deforestation in Malaysia - Causes, Impacts and Management

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 13:24:15 GMT

A clear overview of the causes, impacts, and management of deforestation in Malaysia.

Paper 1 Section A - The Challenge of Natural Hazards: Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 13:16:57 GMT

Explores why mitigation and adaptation are essential in tackling climate change

Paper 1 Section A - The Challenge of Natural Hazards: Climate Change - Evidence, Causes and Impacts

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 09:28:09 GMT

Exploring the evidence for climate change, why it’s happening, and how it affects people around the world.

Paper 1 Section A - The Challenge of Natural Hazards: Extreme Weather in the UK 2022 Heatwave

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 08:52:22 GMT

Investigates the impacts of the record breaking 2022 Heatwave.

Paper 1 Section A - The Challenge of Natural Hazards: Reducing the Effects of Tropical Storms

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 15:06:14 GMT

Discussion of how the tropical storms can be reduced using monitoring, prediction, protection and planning.

Paper 1 Section A - The Challenge of Natural Hazards: Typhoon Haiyan

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 15:06:12 GMT

A case study about the impacts and responses of Typhoon Haiyan in 2013.

Paper 1 Section A - The Challenge of Natural Hazards: Managing Tectonic Hazards

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 15:06:10 GMT

Explores the 4 main management strategies for reducing the risk from tectonic hazards: Monitoring, Prediction, Protection and Planning.

Paper 1 Section A - The Challenge of Natural Hazards: Haiti vs Christchurch

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 15:06:06 GMT

Comparisons between the Haiti earthquake in 2010 and the Christchurch earthquake in 2011.

Paper 1 Section A - The Challenge of Natural Hazards: Types of Plate Margin

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 15:06:02 GMT

Explains the processes that occur at the 3 types of plate boundary and the geological hazards that occur at each one.