Senior Geography

Geography

Why? Geography is a life-long interest, stimulating

a natural curiosity about how and why the world’s people and their environments are so

varied.

Year 11Topic 1

BIOPHYSICAL INTERACTIONSthe nature and functioning of

the four components: the atmosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere and biosphere

Topic 2

GLOBAL CHALLENGESThe focus of this study is a geographical investigation of the

social, cultural, political, economic and environmental challenges which are occurring at the global scale.

Topic 3

SENIOR GEOGRAPHY PROJECTThe focus of this study is the nature of geographical inquiry and its application to a practical research project

Year 12 Topic 1

ECOSYSTEMS AT RISKThe focus of this study is a geographical investigation of the

functioning of ecosystems at risk, their management and protection.

Topic 2

Urban PlacesThe focus of this study is a geographical investigation of world cities, mega

cities and the urban dynamics of large cities and urban localities.

Topic 3

PEOPLE & ECONOMIC ACTIVITYThe focus of this study is a geographical investigation of economic activity integrating the local

and global context.

FieldworkGeography involves practical activities in both the local area and on overnight

excursions.