The Nile divides Egypt in half and as such creates a country of fascinating character and depth. The bustling cities of Alexandria and Cairo provide stark contrast to the surrounding deserts and the phenomenal man-made landmarks of the pyramids and the Aswan Dam will place young geographers in their element.
Subject Focus:
- KS 4-5 Water management including: flood control, irrigation and drainage systems
- KS 4-5 Agricultural techniques used for valley, flood plains and desert environments
- KS 4-5 Population expansion, migration and urban growth
- KS 4-5 Managing the affects of sustainable tourism upon traditional lifestyles and economic growth
- KS 4-5 Case study: The fertile floodplains of the Nile River
Student Outcomes:
- Expand relevant fieldwork and geographical enquiry skills.
- Understand the effects of environments on lifestyles and vice versa.
- Gain first-hand knowledge of desert landscapes.
- Strengthen skills needed in archaeology and geology.
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