* A separate book for AS Level gives support at just the right level as students progress with the greater challenges of the A2 year. * The required concepts, themes and content are addressed through background text and a range of topical case studies of real places and events. * Information boxes highlight and explain key geographical concepts and identify what skills should be used. * Sample exam questions and mark schemes give students real practice at tackling the different styles of questions and familiarise them with the demands of the final exam. * Opportunities for fieldwork tasks, independent research, ICT tasks and Key Skills work are integrated throughout. * Map extracts and satellite images provide students with opportunities for skills analysis and development in context.