L2 Geography
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Ms P. Buddle.
This course develops geographic skills through the study of natural environments. Students will learn about the Amazon Basin, piracy around the world, and overfishing in the Bay of Islands. Students will carry out guided geographic research in Tongariro National Park and learn about differences in development between the USA and Middle East. This course includes a strongly recommended field trip to Tongariro National Park where they will complete the crossing. Geography studied at Level 3 is an approved subject for University Entrance.
The field trip to Tongariro National Park costs approximately $230
Prerequisites
10 credits passed in Year 11 in either Geography, English or History (10 credits must all be achieved in the one subject)
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
Stationery required for this course: 1 x 1B5 exercise books, highlighters, ruler, and coloured pencils.
Pathway
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 2.5 - 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
- Some students’ courses may not fit the timetable when it is prepared so you may be contacted and asked to re-choose.
- If you do not make sufficient progress in the remainder of the year (i.e. in your entrance exams, course work and end-of-year exams), you may not be accepted into the subject of your choice