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Geography is the study of places, what makes them special, what happens within them, the connections among them, and the processes that have made them. Geographers specialise in studying the interactions between social and natural processes, the landscapes and social forms produced by these relationships, and how and why the places they may differ across space and time. Geographers have a deep interest in how our world is changing and how societies might intervene to make better futures.
This course offers a combination of external and internal assessment.
This course offers UE literacy credits
Course endorsement available.
WHY STUDY GEOGRAPHY AT YEAR 12?
WHY STUDY GEOGRAPHY AT YEAR 12?
With climate change upon us, environmental crises, growing inequalities in New Zealand and around the world, along with the increasing threat of global conflict, the subject of Geography has never been more important. Through purposeful study of Geography, you will be well placed to make sense of the changes happening in our world. In addition to that you will develop geographical understandings that can lead to a diverse range of geography based career options.
Where Can Studying Geography Lead Me To In The Future?
People with a background in Geography are employed in a wide range of in-demand and well paid roles. Click on the links below to find out more about:
Click on the links below for further information about careers for people with a background in Geography:
WHAT WILL I LEARN?
WHAT WILL I LEARN?
Students learn to think spatially and use maps, visual images and new technologies, including geographical information systems (GIS), to obtain, present and analyse information.
Course Content
Guided geographic research on a geographic issue: a research project on a student selected geographic issue affecting central Wellington.
Urban patterns: the historical & future growth patterns of Wellington.
Geographic skills & concepts (including orienteering).
Global study: global patterns of terrorism.
Current events.
Geography jobs and careers.
WHAT WILL I DO?
WHAT WILL I DO?
Terms 1 and 2 are devoted to completing the four internal internal assessments on offer in this course. In Terms 3 and 4 you will prepare for the one four credit external assessment.
In Term 1 students will complete a combined assessment (Geographic research and Geographic issue) on a geographic issue of their own choice which affects central Wellington. This combined task is worth 8 credits all together.
In Term 2 students will complete a three credit internal assessment on the urban growth of Wellington. They will then complete a three credit assessment on the global patterns of terrorism.
Terms 3 and 4 are devoted to preparing students for the one external assessment on offer which is worth four credits (AS 2.4 Geographic Skills & Concepts).
Other Information
Field Trips: A full day field trip to Wellington's CBD may take place in Term 1. The costs will be minimal. Students may also do orienteering on the waterfront and on Matairangi Mt Victoria.
Qualification: Credits towards NCEA Level 2.
WHAT WILL I NEED?
WHAT WILL I NEED?
L2 Geography is open entry, and you do not need to have studied Geography previously to be successful in this course. If students are unsure about the workload or difficulty of the course, they should consult with the HOD.
All internal assessments are done through Google Classroom so you should have your own device. Chromebooks and other types of laptops are ideal for this purpose.
You should also purchase a small 3B1 note book for your weekly current events quiz and a copy of Justin Peat's Geography Skills for NCEA Level 2 work booklet (approx. $30) to help you prepare for the AS 2.4 Skills & Concepts external standard. Details will be on the class stationary list.
HOW IS THIS COURSE ASSESSED?
HOW IS THIS COURSE ASSESSED?
Internal Assessments
Term 1: AS 2.5 Guided Geography Research (5 credits, Literacy & Numeracy)
Term 1: AS 2.6 Geographic Issue (3 credits, Literacy)
Term 2: AS 2.2 Urban Patterns (3 credits, Literacy)
Term 2: AS 2.7 Global Geographic Topic - Terrorism (3 credits, Literacy)
Note: AS 2.5 & 2.6 are a combined assessment task worth 8 credits.
External Assessments
AS 2.4 Geography Skills & Concepts (4 credits, Literacy)
NZQA Geography Subject Resources
School Policy for NCEA Assessment
You should be aware of the school procedures for NCEA assessment. They can be found on the school website at this link. There you will find answers to frequently asked questions about how NCEA works as well as guidance about how to apply for extensions, reconsiderations or the process for withdrawing from a standard.
We hope you have a successful and interesting year!
Craig Blacklock is in charge of Level 2 Geography – please feel free to contact him:
The Geography department is also on Instagram @wc_geography
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