Mandatory Geography
The study of geography provides students with the skills to perceive the world from different perspectives and helps them understand how to become active citizens. Learning how to interact sustainably with their environment is becoming more important as the world becomes more populated and technology brings countries closer together.
This course takes you on a captivating journey that unravels the mysteries of our planet's physical and human landscapes, fostering a deep understanding of the interconnectedness between people, places, and environments.
Students must complete 100 hours of global geography in stage 4 , Years 7 and 8, and 100 hours of Australian geography in stage 5, Years 9 and 10.
Stage 4
Stage 5
Elective Geography
Embark on an exhilarating exploration of the world with our elective geography course! This course is an exciting opportunity for students to delve deeper into the fascinating world of geography and explore specific areas of interest within the field.
It provides a chance to study geography in greater detail, focusing on specific themes, regions, or concepts that captivate the students' curiosity such as oceanography, physical geography, and global citizenship.
Stage 6
Studying geography gives you an opportunity to develop a wide range of skills, some subject-specific, and others more general. Subject-specific skills include the ability to think ‘spatially’ across multiple scales, preparing effective maps, diagrams and visualisations, conducting fieldwork and field data collection.
Through case studies and real-world examples, students gain insights into the challenges and opportunities faced by different communities around the globe. Through captivating lessons, hands-on activities, and interactive discussions, elective geography empowers students to understand the world in a holistic and multidimensional way.
Geography can lead to careers in
- urban and regional planning
- surveyor
- travel writer
- market researcher
- transportation manager
- GIS specialist
- architect
- geopolitical analyst
- cartographer
- geographer
and many more in both public and private sectors.
It equips them with knowledge, skills, and a global perspective that will serve them well in their academic pursuits, as well as in their future careers and personal lives.