10GEO
Year 10 Geography
Subject Description
Head of Faculty: Mr B. Coutts.
What is Geography?
Geography is the study of place. This includes the study of both natural and human environments, and how peoples’ behaviour impacts these environments.
This beginners-level course is on offer for the first time in 2023. Students will learn foundational skills and knowledge about Geography in a fun and engaging way.
Topics of study could include:
- Sustainable Development Goals
- Urbanisation and megacities
- Natural geography such as weather, natural disasters
- The study of unique landforms such as the Grand Canyon
- Auckland as our home: natural geography, population demographics and urban issues
There will also be field trips – these are essential when studying Geography.