Teacher in Charge: Ms P. Buddle.
Prerequisites10 credits passed in Year 11 in either Geography, English or History (10 credits must all be achieved in the one subject)
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
Stationery required for this course: 1 x 1B5 exercise books, highlighters, ruler, and coloured pencils.