Geography NEA AQA

We’re meant to submit a question for the NEA before summer but I’m really stuck on what actually to write as the question. I want to write “To investigate the significance and impacts of transport links on the character of place of (my home town)” but I don’t know whether that is too vague and if I should add the exact transport links available. As well as this I’m not sure what to put as this I’m not sure what to put as my sub questions or links to specification content. Any help is much appreciated :smile:

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claris98

Your proposed question, "To investigate the significance and impacts of transport links on the character of place of [your home town]," is a solid starting point, but it could benefit from some refinement to ensure clarity and focus. Adding specific transport links can make the question more precise. Here's how you might improve your main question and develop sub-questions and links to specification content:
Refined Main Question
"To investigate the significance and impacts of specific transport links (e.g., railway, bus routes, major roads) on the character of [your home town]."
Sub-Questions

Historical Development:

How have the transport links evolved over time in [your home town]?

What historical events or decisions led to the development of these transport links?

Economic Impact:

How do transport links influence local businesses and the economy in [your home town]?

What role do transport links play in employment opportunities and commercial activities?

Social and Cultural Impact:

How do transport links affect the social dynamics and demographic composition of [your home town]?

In what ways do transport links contribute to cultural exchange and community identity?

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Environmental Impact:

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What are the environmental implications of the existing transport links in [your home town]?

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How do transport links affect local green spaces and the natural environment?

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Urban Development:

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How have transport links influenced urban planning and the spatial layout of [your home town]?

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What is the relationship between transport infrastructure and residential areas?

Links to Specification Content
To ensure your NEA aligns with your course specifications, you might want to consider the following content areas:

Urban Environments:

Urban growth and change, including the role of transport in urban development.

Patterns and processes of urbanization and counter-urbanization.

Economic Change:

The impact of infrastructure on economic activities and regional development.

Transport as a factor in regional economic disparities.

Social Inequality:

How transport links can contribute to or alleviate social inequalities.

Accessibility and mobility for different demographic groups.

10.

Environmental Sustainability:

11.

The environmental consequences of transport infrastructure.

12.

Strategies for sustainable transport and urban planning.

13.

Place Identity and Character:

14.

How transport links contribute to the sense of place and local identity.

15.

The role of transport in shaping the cultural and social fabric of a place.

Example Outline
Introduction

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Introduce the topic and significance of transport links.

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State the refined main question and objectives.

Literature Review

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Summarize existing research on transport links and their impacts.

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Identify gaps in the literature that your research will address.

Methodology

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Describe the methods you will use to collect and analyze data (e.g., surveys, interviews, GIS mapping).

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Justify your choice of methods.

Case Study: [Your Home Town]

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Provide background information on your home town.

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Discuss the specific transport links you will focus on (e.g., railway, bus routes, major roads).

Analysis

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Investigate the historical development of transport links.

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Assess the economic, social, cultural, and environmental impacts.

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Discuss urban development influenced by transport links.

Conclusion

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Summarize key findings.

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Reflect on the significance of transport links on the character of your home town.

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Suggest implications for future urban planning and policy.

By refining your main question and developing sub-questions and links to specification content, you'll create a focused and comprehensive NEA that thoroughly investigates the impacts of transport links on your home town. Reach out for more