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Geography Stage 6 Syllabus (2009)

This course provides students with opportunities to investigate contemporary geographical issues to explore why spatial and ecological differences exist, the importance of effective management and actions that can be taken to shape future society. Through fieldwork and a variety of case studies about biophysical and human geography issues, students develop their knowledge and understanding about the spatial and ecological dimensions of geography.

Read the full Geography course description.

Read the version log for Geography Stage 6 syllabus and assessment changes.

Related industries

The knowledge and skills developed in this course can be applied across a range of career pathways.

Industries related to this course include, but are not limited to, the following outlined on the Your Career website:

New NSW Curriculum Reform syllabus

The new Geography 11–12 Syllabus (2022) is to be taught from 2024.

Detailed implementation information, including key features and resources, is available on the Human Society and Its Environment syllabus development page.

Year 12 school-based assessment in 2024

In recognition of continuing school disruption, NESA has extended the 2023 flexibility for school-based assessment rules to Year 12 students undertaking the HSC in 2024. These changes affect the published Assessment and Reporting requirements. Please ensure you follow the school-based assessment advice for the 2024 HSC.

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