NCEA Level 2 Geography
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mrs A. McMinn.
The course revolves around topical issues such as environmental issues, poverty and how the landscape is shaped by natural processes and the impacts that this has on people. In light of this students will have the opportunity to explore a variety of topics which could include:
- Human Trafficking
- Dirty Dairying and the contentious issues that this causes in NZ.
- Learn cool Geography skills such as mapping, cross sections and a whole lot more.
- The Covid Pandemic from a global and New Zealand perspective.
- Explore how urban areas in New Zealand are developed and how this influences where people live.
- Understand how the Taupo Volcanic Zone was formed and how people interact with this important landscape in New Zealand.
Assessments revolve around field work as described below:
- Three day trip to complete the Tongariro Crossing.
- An analysis of dirty dairying and balancing environmental and economic needs.
- Explore the vegetation zones of National Park for our research component of the course.
The Geography course at Level 2 seeks to balance practical skills while maintaining a high academic standard.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
Stationery Requirements: 1 x 2B8
Pathway
Geography leads to a range of vocations and academic pathways including a BSc, BA, B Environmental Studies,
Geography is an important part of the tourist industry and provides a useful knowledge of the world around us.
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
External
NZQA Info
Geography 2.1 - Demonstrate geographic understanding of a large natural environment
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Geography 2.2 - Demonstrate geographic understanding of an urban pattern
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Geography 2.4 - Apply geography concepts and skills to demonstrate understanding of a given environment
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Geography 2.5 - Conduct geographic research with guidance
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Geography 2.6 - Explain aspects of a contemporary New Zealand geographic issue
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Geography 2.7 - Explain aspects of a geographic topic at a global scale
Disclaimer
Standards shown on courses are only an indication and not all may be offered at the time of study.