NCEA Level 2 Geography

What is Geography?
Geography is all about the world we live in – its people, places, landscapes, and environments. It helps us understand how the world works, how it changes over time, and how people and the environment are connected. Geography brings together both human geography (how people live and interact) and physical geography (natural features like mountains, rivers, and climate). This course includes both types.

What you’ll learn and be assessed on:

• Doing your own geographic research during a field trip to Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park

• Looking at the issue of coastal erosion – what causes it, how it affects people, and the environment

• Using digital mapping tools (GIS) to work out the best location for a new ski field

• Exploring the idea of happiness around the world and applying it to a case study country

• Showing your understanding of a particular place by using geographic ideas, maps, graphs, and key concepts.  

This subject counts towards University Entrance.

Field trip:
You’ll spend 2 days in Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park carrying out geographic research in a real-world setting.