NCEA Level 3 Geography
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mrs A. McMinn.
Level 3 Geography has two distinct aspects: external examination topics and Internal assessment. Successful completion of all internal assessment opportunities will satisfy the University Entrance requirements of 14 credits in an approved subject.
The external examination topic is focused on tourism development in Rotorua. You will learn why and how Rotorua grew to be a premium destination for thousands of tourists from both international and domestic markets. There is a possible three day trip to Rotorua.
Internal assessment topics will be developed from student interest in global issues. These are generally research based topics. Topics previously investigated have been: ocean plastics, changing weather patterns, COVID 19, human trafficking, pressure on NZ's Great Walks.
Recommended Prior Learning
This is an open entry course however Year 11 and/or Year 12 Geography could be useful.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
Stationery Requirements: 1 x 2B8
Pathway
This course leads nicely to many disciplines with an environmental and/or physical perspective eg Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Environmental Science, Development Studies.
This subject is also really useful to gain knowledge and understanding 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.
This course is approved for University Entrance.
External
NZQA Info
Geography 3.2 - Demonstrate understanding of how a cultural process shapes geographic environment(s)
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Geography 3.5 - Conduct geographic research with consultation
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Geography 3.6 - Analyse aspects of a contemporary geographic issue
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Geography 3.7 - Analyse aspects of a geographic topic at a global scale
Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 15
Only students engaged in learning and achievement derived from Te Marautanga o Aotearoa are eligible to be awarded these subjects as part of the requirement for 14 credits in each of three subjects.
Disclaimer
Standards shown on courses are only an indication and not all may be offered at the time of study.