Level 2 Geography
Course Description
Course theme: landscapes and land use. Students will explore real and relevant contemporary contexts, undertake field work and relate it to the geographic processes and patterns that shape our world. Topics may include: natural landscapes; environmental monitoring; resource management; urban patterns; global issues; geographic skills; spatial analysis using GIS.
This course will include a significant, multi-day field trip based on the curriculum and linked to the natural landscapes and research topics.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
Donations may be requested to help cover student costs for overnight trips associated with the course.
Pathway
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
Course can be endorsed with Merit or Excellence
Total Credits Available: 19 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 8 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 11 credits.
External
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