Geography

(Environmental and Geographical Sciences)

A WAY OF THINKING!
A WAY OF LIFE

This is one of the critical skills and passion Geographers show. If this picture stimulated your thinking then geography is the course for you!

What is Geography about?

The subject Geography has changed in very exciting ways since your parents did it! We no longer learn lists of countries and their capitals, or major exports. Geography is the study of the earth’s landscapes, people, places and environments and their constant interaction. It is an extremely relevant and exciting subject that focuses on real issues such as global warming, resources use, development, refugees, water scarcity... These issues will affect you far more than previous generations. Geography will equip you with an understanding of cause and effect and empower you to make a difference.

It is the study of people and places and their interaction in the environment.

Should I do Geography?

Yes! … if you are:

	Inquisitive Environmentally aware Highly motivated Creative Interested in world issues A logical thinker (can be developed)	If you don’t have these attributes but would like to develop them – I would love to have you!
	Able to work in groups and as an individual Enjoy fieldtrips Not a moaner	We value parents input with regards to access to physical sites, guest speakers and joining us on excursionsand hikes!

What will I learn?

That depends on you!

Geography will provide you with the opportunity to understand and develop a wide range of skills and knowledge.

Geography related skills

Problem solving, decision making, interpretation, comparison and contrasting, linking abstract and concrete ideas, discussion and debate, summarizing, brainstorming, selecting facts, grouping and mind maps, map reading, map drawing, precision, accuracy, aerial photographic interpretation, geographical information systems, reading data in other forms…tables, graphs, statistics, pictures

Careers

Geologist, cartographer, conservationist, banker, environmental impact consultant, farmer, ecologist, forester, hydrologist, landscape architect, land surveyor, meteorologist, teacher, urban planner, recreational planner, tourism and many more…

Content, Fieldwork and Projects

	GRADE	CONTENT	FIELDWORK	PROJECT
	10	Mapwork GIS Geology Earthquakes Volcanoes Climatology Population Studies People and Organisations	Refugee Study Project 90x2030 Carbon Footprint Reduction	Cloud Atlas
	11	Significance of water masses Oceans and Coastal Environments Development and Sustainability Resources	Umgeni Valley Nature Reserve Umhlanga Beach Study Habitat for Humanity	Research Hypothesis
	12	Southern African Climatology Rural and Urban Settlement Rivers and Landscapes Economy and Industry of South Africa Water as a resource	Point Road Urban Renewal	Research Hypothesis Excellent result at the end of the year