Respect, Responsibility, Excellence
T: Telephone02 4232 1911
E: Emailkiama-h.school@det.nsw.edu.au
2 units for each of Year 11 & Year 12
Board Developed Category A
Exclusions: Nil
Course Costs: $10.00
The Year 11 Course investigates biophysical and human geography and develops students' knowledge and understanding about the spatial and ecological dimensions of geography. Enquiry methodologies are used to investigate the unique characteristics of our world through fieldwork, geographical skills and the study of contemporary geographical issues.
The Year 12 Course enables students to appreciate geographical perspectives about the contemporary world. There are specific studies about biophysical and human processes, interactions and trends. Fieldwork and a variety of case studies combine with an assessment of the geographers' contribution to understanding our environment and demonstrates the relevance of geographical study.
Key concepts incorporated across all topics: change, environment, sustainability, spatial and ecological dimensions, interaction, technology, management and cultural integration.
Particular Course Requirements
Students complete a Senior Geography Project (SGP) in the Year 11 course and should undertake 12 hours of fieldwork in both the Year 11 and Year 12 courses.
Course Contact: Mr Mark Storch, Head Teacher: Human Society & Its Environment
address
Saddleback Mountain Road
Kiama NSW 2533
telephone 02 4232 1911
We would like to pay our respects and acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land and also pay respect to Elders of this country, Dharawal country, both past and present and emerging.
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