Cambridge IGCSE ™: Geography 0460/13
Cambridge IGCSE ™: Geography 0460/13
Cambridge IGCSE ™: Geography 0460/13
GEOGRAPHY 0460/13
Paper 1 Geographical Themes October/November 2023
MARK SCHEME
Maximum Mark: 75
Published
This mark scheme is published as an aid to teachers and candidates, to indicate the requirements of the
examination. It shows the basis on which Examiners were instructed to award marks. It does not indicate the
details of the discussions that took place at an Examiners’ meeting before marking began, which would have
considered the acceptability of alternative answers.
Mark schemes should be read in conjunction with the question paper and the Principal Examiner Report for
Teachers.
Cambridge International will not enter into discussions about these mark schemes.
Cambridge International is publishing the mark schemes for the October/November 2023 series for most
Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International A and AS Level components, and some Cambridge O Level
components.
These general marking principles must be applied by all examiners when marking candidate answers.
They should be applied alongside the specific content of the mark scheme or generic level descriptors
for a question. Each question paper and mark scheme will also comply with these marking principles.
• the specific content of the mark scheme or the generic level descriptors for the question
• the specific skills defined in the mark scheme or in the generic level descriptors for the question
• the standard of response required by a candidate as exemplified by the standardisation scripts.
Marks awarded are always whole marks (not half marks, or other fractions).
• marks are awarded for correct/valid answers, as defined in the mark scheme. However, credit
is given for valid answers which go beyond the scope of the syllabus and mark scheme,
referring to your Team Leader as appropriate
• marks are awarded when candidates clearly demonstrate what they know and can do
• marks are not deducted for errors
• marks are not deducted for omissions
• answers should only be judged on the quality of spelling, punctuation and grammar when these
features are specifically assessed by the question as indicated by the mark scheme. The
meaning, however, should be unambiguous.
Rules must be applied consistently, e.g. in situations where candidates have not followed
instructions or in the application of generic level descriptors.
Marks should be awarded using the full range of marks defined in the mark scheme for the question
(however; the use of the full mark range may be limited according to the quality of the candidate
responses seen).
Marks awarded are based solely on the requirements as defined in the mark scheme. Marks should
not be awarded with grade thresholds or grade descriptors in mind.
Each question carries 25 marks. Candidates cannot earn above the maximum marks available within
each sub section.
The marking scheme attempts to give guidance about the requirements of each answer and lists a
number of responses, which will earn marks along with the general principles to be applied when
marking each question.
It should be noted that candidates can earn marks if their answers are phrased differently provided
they convey the same meaning as those in the mark scheme. THE CANDIDATES DO NOT NEED TO
USE THE SAME WORDING TO EARN MARKS.
The notation ‘etc.’ at the end of an answer in the mark scheme signifies that there may well be other
correct responses or examples that can be given credit. Providing the statement is true, relevant to
the question asked and not repetition of a previous point made credit should be given.
A point made within one sub-section which is an answer to the question set in a different sub-section
should not be given credit as each sub-section asks different questions which require independent
answers.
The mark scheme uses semi colons (;) to separate marks and diagonals to separate alternative
answers.
During coordination the mark scheme is modified to add points agreed after discussion or to delete
any points not allowed. All examiners should ensure that their modified scheme is fully up-to-date
before marking begins.
Marking Mechanics.
Point marking is used for sections (a) and (b) of each question, although marks are available in
specified questions for development of appropriate points. Ticks should be used to clearly indicate
where a mark has been allowed. Where a development point has been allowed the symbol “DEV”
should be placed adjacent to the tick. The number of ticks should always be equal to the total number
of marks awarded. Only one development mark for each mark scheme point please.
Where a candidate makes a point which is not quite sufficient for credit an upturned ‘V’ insert symbol
should be used. If after careful consideration a mark is awarded which gives ‘benefit of doubt’ to the
candidate, the letter ‘J’ should be placed adjacent to the tick (i.e. the candidate has ‘just’ achieved the
mark).
Crosses are acceptable to signify wrong answers and the letters ‘IR/IRRL’ should be used to indicate
those which are irrelevant.
Where statements are assigned levels by the examiner this should be indicated by the use of L1 and
L2 next to the statements. Ticks should not be used on answers that are marked using levels of
response marking. L1 annotation should be removed once a L2 is awarded for an answer. L3
annotation is not used. There is no need for a summary level at the end of a response.
Summary:
Level 1 (1 to 3 marks):
1 simple statement (1 mark)
2 simple statements (2 marks)
3 simple statements (3 marks)
Level 2 (4 to 6 marks):
1 developed statement (4 marks)
2 developed statements (5 marks)
3 or more developed statements with e.g. (6 marks)
Level 3 (7 marks)
3 or more developed statements + named example with at least one piece of place specific detail.
Note. The following guidelines apply when case studies are required in part (c) questions:
2 The use of statistics is not an acceptable form of development, thus a simple statement with
statistics is a Level 1 statement. The use of statistics alone cannot be credited as an alternative to a
L1 written statement.
3 Place specific information is required as part of the criteria to achieve a Level 3 answer. This
could relate to the location of the case study chosen or aspects of the study which make it authentic
rather than simply generic (e.g. named places within the area, other specific factual detail, relevant
statistics etc.). Requirements of each study will vary and your Team Leader will provide guidance.
Please note that:
– if the case study requires a country name the name of the continent in which it is located is not
sufficient for the place specific requirement, however with more precision it would be acceptable (e.g.
‘Nigeria, located in Africa…’ is not sufficient but ‘Nigeria, located in West Africa’ is sufficient.)
– if the case study requires the name of an area/town or city the name of the country in which it is
located is not sufficient for the place specific requirement, however with more precision it would be
acceptable (e.g. ‘Mumbai, located in India…’ is not sufficient but ‘Mumbai, located in Western India’ is
sufficient.)
Marking annotations
Annotation Meaning
Correct point
Incorrect
Level 2
Level 1
Developed point
IR/IRRL Irrelevant
e.g. or
1(a)(i) 2015/2016 1
1 mark
Net migration increased overall but there was a decline in natural increase.
2 @ 1 mark
3 @ 1 mark
Note: Answer must be about New Zealand/MEDCs and not about LEDCs.
4 @ 1 mark
Note: if order is incorrect MAX 2 marks for accuracy of plots and shading
3 @ 1 mark
Disadvantages:
Pressure on employment;
Insufficient housing/growth of slums;
Traffic congestion;
Racial conflict;
Pressure on hospitals;
Pressure on schools;
Cost of providing language services;
Greater cost to taxpayer etc
Higher crime rate;
5 @ 1 mark or development
Developed statements which explain why there has been movement of large
numbers of people.
Level 3 (7 marks)
Uses named example.
Comprehensive and accurate statements which explain why there has been
movement of large numbers of people, including reference to both pulls and
pushes with some place specific reference.
Content Guide:
Candidates can use any example of migration, international or internal.
Answers are likely to refer to:
Employment;
Health care;
Education;
Joining family and friends;
Entertainment;
Availability of water/electricity;
Food supplies;
Drought/natural disasters;
Persecution/war;
Crime;
High cost of living;
Etc.
2(a)(i) 15 (%) 1
1 mark
2(a)(ii) C 2
B
A
D
(correct order needed)
2 @ 1 mark
3 @ 1 mark
4 @ 1 mark
3 @ 1 mark
5 @ 1 mark or development
Level 3 (7 marks)
Uses named example.
Content Guide:
Answers should focus on housing and are likely to include reference to:
Building new/low-cost housing/homes/flats;
Self-help schemes;
Site and services schemes;
Installing infrastructure (roads/electricity/piped water/sanitation);
Development of new towns/satellite towns/estates;
Redevelopment/urban renewal etc.
1 mark
2 @ 1 mark
3 @ 1 mark
4 @ 1 mark
3 @ 1 mark
5 @ 1 mark or development
More developed statements which describe the benefits for people of living on
the coast.
Level 3 (7 marks)
Comprehensive and accurate statements including some place specific
reference.
Content Guide:
Answers are likely to refer to:
Industry;
Ports;
Fishing;
Leisure activities/for surfers etc;
Fresh air/sea breeze/specified climate points;
Peaceful;
Retirement;
Tourism if linked with employment;
Scenic beauty;
Farming;
Use of revenues for government spending or example;
Etc.
Note: Example must be smaller scale than a country, unless a small island
e.g. accept Lanzarote or island country e.g. Malta, Jamaica.
Island groups such as Seychelles or Maldives, Canaries, Balearics etc. are
not acceptable.
Opposite directions
One goes apart and one goes together.
1 mark
Y = Subduction
2 @ 1 mark
3 @ 1 mark
4 @ 1 mark
3 @ 1 mark
5 @ 1 mark or development
Level 3 (7 marks)
Content Guide:
Answers are likely to refer to:
Work in tourist industry;
Mining/quarrying;
Geothermal power/hot water;
Scenic beauty;
Fertile soils/high yields;
1 mark
5(a)(ii) 15–20 km 2
North-west (NW)
2 @ 1 mark
3 @ 1 mark
4 @ 1 mark
3 @ 1 mark
5 @ 1 mark or development
Level 3 (7 marks)
Uses named example.
Comprehensive and accurate statements which describe the attractions of
physical and human landscape, including some place specific reference.
Content Guide:
Answers are likely to refer to:
Beach/sandy beach;
Cliffs/steep cliffs;
Bays/headlands;
Ocean/sea/blue sea/clear sea;
Named coastal features e.g. arches, stacks;
Sand dunes;
Mountains;
Rivers/valleys;
Waterfalls;
Wildlife/animals/fauna;
Plants/flora;
Named attraction e.g. The Louvre;
Historical buildings;
Museums;
Cathedrals/churches;
Theme parks/other built tourist facilities;
Harbours;
Souvenir shops/designer clothes shops etc.
Resorts/hotels;
Note: Named built attraction e.g. Eiffel Tower L1, historic buildings such as
Buckingham Palace L2.
6(a)(i) Energy sources which will not run out/can be reused/used again/unlimited etc. 1
1 mark
6(a)(ii) Angola 2
Peru
2 @ 1 mark
3 @ 1 mark
4 @ 1 mark
3 @ 1 mark
(Inputs are):
Raw Materials/labour/land/transport/machinery/components/capital/packaging
(MAX 2)
(Note: No mark for energy)
(Processes are):
Activities that convert the raw material/components into something useful;
(Outputs are):
Products or goods/waste materials/fumes/profit (MAX 2) etc.
5 @ 1 mark or development
Level 3 (7 marks)
More developed explanation or linked statements which explain the factors
influencing the location of a factory or industrial zone, including place specific
information.
Content Guide:
Answers are likely to refer to:
Raw materials;
Market;
Labour availability – cost/skills;
Power supplies;
Availability of (flat) land;
Government incentives;
Proximity to ports;
Etc.