Subjects & Qualifications
Higher Geography
The Higher qualification in Geography gives learners a sophisticated understanding of geographical processes and information. This covers a range of topics, from glaciation to the growth of the human population.
Independent study and cooperative learning are encouraged. Learners will gain sophisticated skills in analysing and communicating complex geographical ideas using maps and other diagrams.
The Higher Geography Course is at SCQF level 6.
For more information on SCQF levels and how Higher fits in to the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework, visit our SCQF section.
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Arrangements Documents
- Higher Geography Arrangement Documents (794 MB) C208 12 03
- Higher Geography Course Assessment Pack (3 MB) C208 12 03
- Conditions and Arrangements for Higher Geography
External Assessment Reports
Internal Assessment Reports
- 2009 NQ Internal Assessment Reports (100 KB)
- 2008 NQ Internal Assessment Reports (50 KB)
- 2007 NQ Internal Assessment Reports (44 KB)
Monitoring Standards Reports
Past Papers and Marking Instructions
Click the following link to view 2010 Marking Instructions.
Geography Past Papers and solutions are available to order from Bright Red Publishing covering Higher
Higher (SCQF level 6)
| Year |
Past Papers |
Marking Instructions |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Higher (1,419k) | Higher Paper 1 (131 KB) Higher Paper 2 (118 KB) |
| 2008 | Higher (1,438k) | Higher Environmental Interactions Instructions (251 KB) Higher Physical and Human Environments Instructions |
| 2007 | Higher (7,701k) | Higher Environmental Interactions Instructions (356 KB) Higher Physical and Human Environments Instructions (317 KB) |
Marking Instructions older than three years may be available using the Past Paper Service
National Assessment Bank Materials
Course Assessment Packs and Specimen Question Paper
Understanding Standards
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