South Coast & Isle of Wight: Geography
[Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4, Key Stage 5 - A Level]
The south coast of England, in particular Portsmouth, Chichester and the Isle of Wight, provides a wealth of natural beauty and geographical case studies both on and off-shore. Taking a sailing trip from Portsmouth Harbour will enable your group to find out more about the affects of the weather from a different perspective and the opportunities to learn more about geography through first-hand experiences are endless.
Subject Focus:
- KS 3-5: Long shore drifts, sand and shingle spits
- KS 3-5: Tides, waves and sea defences
- KS 3-5: Salt marshes and sand dunes
- KS 3-5: Birds, plants and natural habitat
- KS 3-5: Management of coastal areas including conservation and energy efficiency techniques
Student Outcomes:
- See why energy efficient technology is vital for the future of the British Isles.
- Learn about the important issues facing seaside communities.
- Discover changes in the weather through first-hand experiences.
- Find out about erosion and the methods undertaken to protect the coastline.
- Study why certain habitats attract different species of flora and fauna.
