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2 units for each of Preliminary and HSC
Board Developed Course (Category A)
ATAR Course
Exclusions: None
Prerequisites: None
Course Description:
Geography is an investigation of the world that provides an accurate description and interpretation of the varied character of the earth and its people. It is a key discipline through which students develop the ability to recognise and understand environmental change and the interactions which take place in our world.
Geography has many dimensions, two of which are emphasised in this course:
the ecological dimension considers how humans interact with environments
the spatial dimension focuses on where things are, why they are there and how people interact differently with environments in different places
Main Topics Covered:
Preliminary:
Biophysical Interactions
Global Challenges
Senior Geography Project
HSC:
Ecosystems at Risk
Urban Places
People and Economic Activity
For more information about this course, please see: Mrs Erenbay
Watch this video to learn more about the Preliminary and HSC Geography Course HERE
Why Study Geography?
Why Study Geography?
1. Geography helps us understand basic physical systems that affect everyday life: how water cycles and ocean currents work are all explained with Geography. These are important systems to monitor and predict in order to help lessen the impact of disasters.
2. To learn the location of places and the physical and cultural characteristics of those places: Given how global our modern marketplace is, it’s important to have an understanding of where countries and cultures are located relative to one another.
3. To understand the geography of past times and how geography has played important roles in the evolution of people: Geographical knowledge intersects with other subjects such as Biology and History and can help to gain a better understanding of the ‘big picture’ in these topics.
4. To understand the spatial organisation of society: Why do we live in the cities and places that we do? Studying Geography gives us a good idea of why towns and cities were established in certain locations and why some have flourished more than others.
5. To be able to make sensible judgements about relationships between the physical environment and society: Similarly to the last point, why don’t we live in certain locations? An understanding of Geography lets us know which locations aren’t ideal for development as well as how best to expand existing cities and towns.
6. To appreciate Earth as the homeland of humankind and provide insight for wise management decisions about he planet’s resources: Earth’s resources are finite and need to be managed in a responsible way. Geography informs us of how to sustainably utilise the resources that are available as well as help to improve the status of those that are in danger of running out.
7. To understand global interdependence and to become a better global citizen: Lastly, Geography can help us to be more conscious about the world around us. Being a better global citizen means understanding others better and knowing the limitations of the Earth, both of which work toward making our planet a more liveable one.
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