11–12Geography 11–12 Syllabus
The new Geography 11–12 Syllabus (2022) is to be implemented from 2024.
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 12
The geographical inquiry skills content is to be integrated throughout the course.
Develop geographical questions to inform a plan for inquiry
Acquire quantitative and/or qualitative data and information using ethical practices by:
- collecting and recording primary geographical data using a range of tools
- gathering and organising geographical information from secondary sources
Represent data and information in appropriate forms, and where appropriate, by:
- using digital and spatial technologies
- conforming to cartographic conventions
Interpret, synthesise and analyse data and information, using quantitative and qualitative methods to:
- make reasoned generalisations and inferences
- propose explanations for patterns, trends, relationships and anomalies, using geographical models and theories where relevant
- draw conclusions and predict future trends
Use GIS to analyse data where appropriate
Evaluate data and information in various forms for reliability, bias, validity and usefulness, including limitations
Evaluate options in response to a geographical challenge by:
- developing evaluation criteria based on environmental, social and economic considerations
- making an on-balance judgement about the most appropriate option(s)
Propose actions and predict outcomes
Develop a plan to implement a proposal
Assess how causes, impacts and/or responses relevant to one geographic context may be applicable to another
Communicate geographical understanding, findings, conclusions and/or ideas by using:
- a variety of presentation methods appropriate to purpose and audience
- digital and spatial technologies where appropriate
- ethical practices as relevant
Plan the effective communication of ideas and/or actions for stakeholders for the management of places and environments
Reflect on the process and effectiveness of geographical inquiry