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Uk coastal habitats: Coastal connections

Level: Level One

In successfully completing this unit, the learner will haveEvidence needed

demonstrated the ability to

1. identify their nearest coastline using a map or digital tool

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2. identify at least four species commonly found in rockpools at their chosen coastline

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3. show where each of these species is found using a model, drawing and/or a digital representation

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4. explain one adaptation that helps each of the identified species survive in its rockpool habitat

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5. describe, using notes, labels and/or a short presentation, one way human activity can harm and one way it can help coastal habitats, eg pollution, habitat loss, eco-tiles, mussel plates, enhancement projects

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6. show the effect of adding an ecological enhancement to a coastal habitat model or representation, eg an eco-tile, mussel plate, artificial rockpool

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7. locate and label at least three real UK coastal enhancement sites, eg Scarborough, Blackpool, Brighton on a map or representation

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8. describe one key feature of each coastal enhancement site.

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Approved 04 Feb 2026

All outcomes must be recorded on AQA summary sheet.

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