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pricescentresIB Diploma GeographyComplete Internal Assessment and Case Study, 5daysSelect ONE of the following topics as a Case StudyFreshwater (Discharge, stream flow and channel shape)This day links to Option A: Freshwater – issues and conflicts, in Part 2 of the syllabus. During this investigation students will study asmall scale drainage basin to explore the relationship between discharge, stream flow and channel shape. There will also beopportunities to observe landforms resulting from stream channel processes such as erosion, transportation and deposition.Freshwater (Floods and floodplain management)This day links to Option A: Freshwater – issues and conflicts, in Part 2 of the syllabus. During this investigation students will study asmall scale drainage basin to explore the natural and human causes and consequences of flooding. Students will then evaluate thecosts and benefits of alternative flood management strategies.Coastal marginsThis day links to Option B: Oceans and their coastal margins, in Part 2 of the syllabus. During this investigation students willundertake fieldwork to observe a number of different coastal management strategies and evaluate the effectiveness of these inaddressing coastal erosion. Students will also investigate beach dynamics and their interaction with local coastal managementstrategies.Extreme environments (Glaciation)This day links to Option C: Extreme environments, in Part 2 of the syllabus. During this investigation students will visit anenvironment glaciated during the last ice age to explore the features that have resulted from the processes of erosion anddeposition.Tourism in a rural areaThis day links to Option E: Leisure, sport and tourism, in Part 2 of the syllabus. During this investigation students will visit a ruraltourist honeypot site. The focus will be on assessing the impact of tourism in the area and reflecting on the management strategiesthat can be used to promote sustainable tourism for the future. Students will consider the need to balance the advantages oftourism with the need to minimise conflicts and environmental damage.Urban environments (Central Business District)This day links to Option G: urban environments, in Part 2 of the syllabus. During this investigation students will focus oninvestigating the structure of the central business district (CBD). Fieldwork will be carried out to define the boundary of the centralbusiness district and de-limit different zones within it. This will link to patterns of retail activity and zoning of urban functions.External Recognition of QualityAll our centres have been awarded theQuality Badge by The Council for LearningOutside the Classroom. The badge isawarded to organisations that havedemonstrated that they consistentlydeliver high quality teaching and learningexperiences and manage risk effectively.This means that you will have to completeless paperwork when visiting our centresFSC Head office, Preston Montford, Montford Bridge, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY4 1HWTel: 01743 852100 Fax: 01743 852101 Email: enquiries@field-studies-council.org Website: www.field-studies-council.orgField Studies Council is a limited Company, registered in England and Wales No. 412621 and a Charity No. 313364. Registered Office; Preston Montford, Shrewsbury, Shropshire SY4 1HW