Level Two Geography
Level
NCEA Level 2 with Achievement Standards
Entry Requirement
L1 Geography at least 12 credits.
The core subjects – English, Science, and Mathematics may be considered as indicators if a student hasn't taken Level 1 Geography.
Cost
$400 approximately for one 3 day field trip to Aoraki Mt Cook
Course Outline
The Geographic Issue - Otago University Scarfie Culture
Geographic Skills and Concepts -Mapping, Graphing, Geographic concepts
Urban Patterns - Murder in Chicago
Large Natural Environment - The South Island High Country
Geographic Research - Aoraki Mount Cook Zonation
Climate - Weather patterns and elements
Assessment
Internals
AS 91244 - Conduct geographic research with guidance 5 credits
(Zonation at Aoraki Mt Cook)
AS 91245 - Explain aspects of a contemporary geographic issue 3 credits
(Scarfie Culture)
AS 91241 - Demonstrate geographic understanding of an urban pattern 3 credits
(Murder in Chicago)
Externals
AS 91240 - Demonstrate geographic understanding of a large natural environment
(South Island High Country) 4 credits
AS 91243 - Apply concepts and geographic skills to demonstrate an understanding of a given environment 4 credits
Optional Internal Standard
AS 91246 Explain aspects of a Geographic Topic at a Global Scale eg. Human
Trafficking or Mountain building processes 3 credits
Where Does It Lead
Further study at Universities or Polytechnics, adventure or Outdoor pursuits
Career opportunities in - Local Councils or Planning Departments, Central Government policy writing, Agriculture (Forestry, Mining, Farming), Conservation, Teaching, Geology, Climatology, Archaeology, Meteorology, Travel and Tourism, Hospitality, Adventure and Outdoor pursuits.