11–12Geography 11–12 Syllabus
Implementation from 2024
The new Geography 11–12 Syllabus (2022) is to be taught from 2024.
2023
- Plan and prepare to teach the new syllabus
2024, Term 1
- Start teaching new syllabus for Year 11
- Start implementing new Year 11 school-based assessment requirements
- Continue to teach the Geography Stage 6 Syllabus (2009) for Year 12
2024, Term 4
- Start teaching new syllabus for Year 12
- Start implementing new Year 12 school-based assessment requirements
2025
- First HSC examination for new syllabus
Content
Year 11
Earth’s natural systems
Related Life Skills content for Stage 6
Earth’s natural systems
Earth’s natural systems
Overview of the uniqueness and diversity of the Earth
Nature as a source of wonder
People’s connection to the natural world and why it can vary
The universal value of Earth’s environments
Processes, cycles and circulations connecting natural systems
Characteristics of Earth’s natural systems and factors affecting their functioning
The processes, cycles and circulations connecting natural systems
Including:- atmospheric systems
- hydrological systems
- geomorphic systems
- ecological systems
Natural systems and land cover change
The nature and extent of Earth’s land cover, including water
Natural processes, cycles and circulations that change Earth’s land and water cover
Including:- climatic and glacial cycles
- the invasion and ecological succession of vegetation communities
The natural processes, cycles and circulations that have shaped the land and/or water cover of ONE place
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