Geography NCEA Level 2 | 12GEO |
UE:
This subject leads to an approved UE course of study. Standards marked (N) may be used towards meeting the Level 1 Numeracy requirements. Standards marked (R/W) may be counted towards either(but not both) the Reading or the Writing credits for Literacy.Background:
The course has open entry.Course Description:
Internal Standards: Students will investigate the spatial and temporal patterns of homicide in Chicago, the global impacts and significance of malaria around the world and they will undertake a research project focusing on the Tongariro Volcanic Centre. External Standards: Students will study the Amazon Basin and development. They will apply Geography concepts and skills in an examination setting.Achievement Standards:
| Level | Standard | Description | Credits | Int\Ext | Opt\Comp |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 91240(R/W) | Geography 2.1 - Demonstrate geographic understanding of a large natural environment | 4 | External | Compulsory |
| 2 | 91242(R/W) | Geography 2.3 - Demonstrate geographic understanding of differences in development | 4 | External | Compulsory |
| 2 | 91243 | Geography 2.4 - Apply geography concepts and skills to demonstrate understanding of a given environment | 4 | External | Compulsory |
| 2 | 91241 | Geography 2.2 - Demonstrate geographic understanding of an urban pattern | 3 | Internal | Compulsory |
| 2 | 91244(N) | Geography 2.5 - Conduct geographic research with guidance | 5 | Internal | Compulsory |
| 2 | 91246 | Geography 2.7 - Explain aspects of a geographic topic at a global scale | 3 | Internal | Compulsory |
Assessment Summary:
| Level | Type | Int\Ext | Opt\Comp | Standards | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | Achievement | External | Compulsory | 3 | 12 |
| 2 | Achievement | Internal | Compulsory | 3 | 11 |