Level 2 Geography
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr S. Gibson
Geography guides students towards a critical appreciation of the interaction between people and the environment. Studying Geography provides a window into the complex mosaic of places that make up our world. The Level 2 course covers contexts of New Zealand's natural landscape, a global study of HIV / AIDS and the controversial issues surrounding freedom camping.
There is a four day compulsory field trip to gather research an internal assessment. This field trip includes the 19.2 km Tongariro Crossing therefore a reasonable level of fitness is required.
Level 2 Geography is an endorsed course offering 19 credits, 8 externally and 11 internally assessed. You can gain 4 UE reading and/ or writing credits from this subject.
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Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
There is a $250 donation to attend the Field Trip to the Central Plateau.
Recommended Prior Learning
Geography is at level UE course therefore has a heavy reading and writing component. It is very difficult to pick up Geography at Level 2 without having done it before, it is very challenging so students will need to work hard. If picking up Level 2 without Level 1 reasonable grades in literacy rich subjects are required. Strong critical and analytical skills are needed at all levels.
Credit Information
Total Credits Available: 19 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 8 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 11 credits.
External
NZQA Info
Assessments:
Term: 3, Week: 3
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Assessments:
Term: 3, Week: 10
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Assessments:
Term: 4, Week: 1
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Assessments:
Term: 2, Week: 5
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