12 Geography (12GEO2)
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Sakura Smithers, Nadene Brouwer.
12 Geography
SEMESTER TWO COURSE
Current global issues and crime
The focus of this course is on global issues and crime. We will explore global issues such as malaria and piracy as well as urban issues such as murder rates in Chicago and urban planning. There is also the opportunity to do an exam based on geographic skills.
This course is split into two semesters: students can take just one course or both.
Course Overview
Semester 2
A.S. 91241 v3 Geography 2.2 - Demonstrate geographic understanding of an urban pattern, 3 Credits, 9 August
A.S. 91246 v3 Geography 2.7 - Explain aspects of a geographic topic at a global scale, 3 credits, 10 September
A.S. 91243 v2 Geography 2.4 - Apply geography concepts and skills to demonstrate understanding of a given environment, 4 credits, External examination in November
Recommended Prior Learning
Entry Requirements
10 credits in a Level 1 writing-rich subject
Assessment Information
Possible CreditsExternal - 4 credits
Internal - 6 credits
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 2.2 - Demonstrate geographic understanding of an urban pattern
NZQA Info
Geography 2.4 - Apply geography concepts and skills to demonstrate understanding of a given environment
NZQA Info
Geography 2.7 - Explain aspects of a geographic topic at a global scale