Teacher in Charge: G. Aitken
Course highlights: Geography is a social science and teaches students how to look at issues and problems using different viewpoints or perceptions. It develops an understanding of the world as our home and teaches understanding of global issues and concerns. Geographic skills are an important part of the programme which includes mapping, graphing, visual and field work skills. All three external Achievement Standards are offered and this body of knowledge is often the basis for the internal assessments. To be successful at all levels students need to be well organised, with an ability to think locally, nationally and globally and be able to apply the knowledge they have learned in a range of contexts.
Vocational Pathway: Construction and infrastructure, Creative Industries, Primary Industries, Social and Community Services, Services Industries.
This course can lead to: Level 3 Geography, employment in farming, University
For more information, please see Mr Aitken
Field trip to an urban centre
No prerequisites but Level 1 Geography would be an advantage
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
Assessment | Level |
Internal or External |
Credits |
L1 Literacy Credits | UE Literacy Credits | Numeracy Credits |
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A.S. 91240 v2 Geography 2.1 - Demonstrate geographic understanding of a large natural environment | 2 |
E |
4 |
Y |
4r,4w |
|
A.S. 91241 v3 Geography 2.2 - Demonstrate geographic understanding of an urban pattern | 2 |
I |
3 |
Y |
||
A.S. 91242 v3 Geography 2.3 - Demonstrate geographic understanding of differences in development | 2 |
E |
4 |
Y |
4r,4w |
|
A.S. 91243 v2 Geography 2.4 - Apply geography concepts and skills to demonstrate understanding of a given environment | 2 |
E |
4 |
Y |
||
A.S. 91245 v3 Geography 2.6 - Explain aspects of a contemporary New Zealand geographic issue | 2 |
I |
3 |
Y |
||
A.S. 91246 v3 Geography 2.7 - Explain aspects of a geographic topic at a global scale | 2 |
I |
3 |
Y |
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Total Credits |
Total Credits Available: 21 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 12 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 9 credits.
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