9173 H2 Geography

Subject description

Geography is the study of the interaction between the physical features of the earth and its atmosphere, and that of human activities over space and time.  Through the syllabus, learners will develop a 'sense of place' by looking at the world around them on a local, regional and global scale.

The H2 Geography ‘A’ level syllabus is divided into 4 clusters – 1) Development, Economy and Environment, 2) Tropical Environments, 3) Sustainable Future and Climate Change ; 4) Fieldwork. 

Syllable Guide: H2 Geography : https://www.seab.gov.sg/docs/default-source/national-examinations/syllabus/alevel/2024syllabus/9173_y24_sy.pdf

Pre-requisites

Nil

Examination Format

Enrichment opportunities in YIJC / Unique teaching approach

Geography lessons are conducted both in the classrooms and outdoors. The teachers also tap on ICT tools such as Students Learning Space (SLS), padlets and Google Classroom Suites to enhance the understanding of Geographical concepts.  Past local field trips include visit to the Semakau Landfill, Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA), while overseas field study excursion included visits to Vietnam, Malaysia, UK and Australia. Students are also encouraged to challenge their geographical learning by participating in annual competitions organised by National University of Singapore and URA.

Skill attainment

Key skills attained include 1) civic literacy, global awareness and cross-cultural skills, 2) critical and inventive thinking skills, 3) communication, collaborative and information skills and 4) analytical essay writing skills. 

Career Prospects

Our alumni join the ministries, statutory boards as well as the private sectors such as banks, health care, aviation and shipping industries.

FAQ

Question 1: I have no Geography background, can I offer Geography at A-Level?

Answer: Yes, some of our students don’t have Geography background. What is needed more is the interest in the subject, the readiness to read and the ability and willingness to write essays.

Question 2: How is ‘A’ Level Geography different from O-Level Geography?

Answer: The majority of the topics covered in O-Level Geography is not repeated in A-Level Geography. There is only slight advantage for students with prior Geography knowledge as topics covered at A-Level are either new or done at surface level at O-Level, and the skills taught are still relevant for A-Level Geography.  

Question 3: Can I do both H2 Geography and H2 History?

Answer: As both H2 History and H2 Geography are content-heavy subjects and highly demanding, the College does not advise students to take both subjects together at H2 Level. Moreover, this combination is not offered in the list of subject combinations as it is not a popular request, with the possibility of a class not being formed. On top of that, Geography and History lectures/tutorials are concurrent so it will pose a constraint to timetabling matters as well. 

Question 4: Can I offer H1 History and H2 Geography?

Answer: You may but it will be content heavy and challenging to manage, hence it is not advisable.

Question 5: Does the college offer H3 for the Humanities subjects?

Answer: Yes, but this offer is conditional upon the student’s performance in the specific subject and overall performance after the JC 1 Promotional examination and his/her research interests. It is also subjected to the recommendation by the relevant tutors.

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