Level 2 Geography
Course Description
Head of Faculty/Teacher in Charge: Mr S. Henson.
Geography focuses on the relationship between people and the environment. This is a practical, real-life course, which can lead on to Level 3 Geography and Tourism. It is also a subject that opens further careers beyond school as well as university study.
Course Overview
What is taught in courses varies from year to year. This course could include:
This course covers:
- Natural Landscapes – South Island High Country
- Cultural Landscapes – Urban studies, including local and overseas examples
- Current New Zealand and overseas issues
Recommended Prior Learning
Students must have passed the Level 1 Geography external exam and achieved 15 credits in Level 1 Geography. If the student did not achieve this but wishes to take L2 geography, they will need Mr Henson's approval. If the student did not take Level 1 Geography but wishes to take Level 2 Geography, they need to get approval from Mr Henson.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
1B8
Device/Computer
Contribution towards field trips: Three-day trip to Mt Cook National Park, staying two nights at Unwin Lodge. Optional flight over the glaciers.
Pathway
Assessment Information
Assessment will take the form of;A research project
A written report
A 3-hour end-of-year exam
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
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Surveyor, Urban/Regional Planner, Forestry Scientist, Survey Technician, Mining Engineer, Agricultural/Horticultural Scientist, Agricultural Technician, Agricultural/Horticultural Consultant, Building Surveyor, Marine Biologist, Arborist, Architect, Architectural Technician, Heavy Truck Driver, Insurance Loss Adjuster, Building and Construction Manager, Outdoor Recreation Guide/Instructor, Emergency Management Officer, Civil Engineer, Meteorologist, Trainer, Miner/Quarry Worker, Mine/Quarry Manager, Geologist, Environmental Scientist, Electrical Engineering Technician, Environmental Engineer, Firefighter, Ranger, Forest Manager, Forestry and Logging Worker, Landscape Architect, Landscaper, Geophysicist, Health and Safety Adviser, Helicopter Pilot, Nursery Grower/Worker,
Disclaimer
Please note that courses will go ahead only if student numbers, staffing, and timetabling allow it. Where a subject is oversubscribed, and there are insufficient numbers or resources to create an extra class, a ballot system may be applied.
Costs
The Board of Trustees has again asked to opt into the Ministry of Education donation scheme. Doing so resulted in the ability to waive student fee donations. Kaiapoi High School aims to deliver quality educational courses over and above those that which is funded by the Ministry. It is likely the School will opt into the donation scheme for 2025, however parental contribution for the costs of trips and activities where participation is optional, and/or components not covered by the Government grant, may be requested. We appreciate the financial support our families make to the School.