Geography

Course summary

The first year is split between studying Physical and Human topics. In Physical Systems we will explore Earth’s Life Support Systems, focusing on the Water and Carbon cycles, examining their significance to life on earth. We also study Glaciated Landscapes, understanding how these massive bodies of ice shape the land and how studying them helps us understand more about global climate. In Human Interactions we study the role of Global Migration in shaping our world and the impact that it has on people and society. In addition we study the role of national sovereignty in a globalised world through the Powers and Borders unit. Finally, the unit on Changing Spaces; Making Places explores the nature of places and the fluidity of their meanings and representations. A fascinating course that will encourage you to view the world through an entirely different lens. In the second year you will explore global issues of the 21st century, focusing on Hazardous Earth (earthquakes, volcanoes and other natural disasters) and Exploring Oceans including plastic pollution.