02GEO11

Geography Y12

Course Description

Geography

In Level 2 Geography we will explore geographic topics at a global and regional scale. 

We will learn about natural processes which have created the Tongariro volcanic landscape, including visiting the region to conduct geographic research.

In addition we will also be learning about; global patterns of maritime piracy, Music Patterns in New York (disco, punk, hip-hop) and the issues around how New Zealand will become predator free by 2050.

Your understanding and application of the geographic concepts of perspectives, change, interaction, sustainability, patterns and processes will be developed across the year.


Recommended Prior Learning

You should have at least 14 credits from 01 Geography, an interest in the course, and approval from the Social Sciences Head of Department.

Contributions and Equipment/ Stationary - Costs are applicable for Adult students only

Stationery: 1 x 1B5
School Trip: Off-site activities approximately $250

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

Total Credits Available: 8
Internal Assessed Credits: 4
External Assessed Credits: 4
Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 90944 v4
NZQA Info

Science 1.5 - Demonstrate understanding of aspects of acids and bases


Level: 1
Internal or External: External
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91145 v2
NZQA Info

Samoan 2.2 - Give a spoken presentation in Samoan that communicates information, ideas and opinions


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 8
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

Disclaimer

Costs may change and credits will differ! 

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