13GEO

Year 13 Geography (Level 3)

Subject Description

Head of Faculty: Mr B. Coutts.

In Level 3 Geography students are challenged to think critically about interacting natural and cultural processes that form and shape the earth and its people. 

There is a compulsory field trip to Muriwai Beach, where students will complete field work.

Students study: 

  • Coastal geomorphology
  • Geographic research
  • The planning and decision making of a significant event
  • Contemporary geographic issues such as human trafficking.  

Emphasis is placed on self-directed study in preparation for tertiary education. 


 

Prerequisites

This subject may be started at Level 3 without having done the Level 2 Geography course. However, a minimum of 12 credits at Level 2 Geography is an advantage.

Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

Students will complete field work at locations such as Muriwai beach. Attendance on all curriculum-based trips is mandatory.