The purpose of Geography is to develop the learner’s understanding of our changing world and its human and physical processes.

In the 21st century, with growing awareness of the impact of human activity upon the environment and scarce resources, the study of Geography fosters positive life-long attitudes of environmental stewardship, sustainability and global citizenship. This qualification will provide learners with the knowledge and skills to enable them to
contribute effectively to their local communities and wider society.

The main aims of Geography are to enable learners to:

? appreciate the ways in which people and the environment interact in response to physical and human processes at local, national, international and global scales.
? be aware of spatial relationships and develop an understanding of the changing world in a balanced, critical and sympathetic way.
? acquire a geographical perspective on environmental and social issues.
? develop an interest in, and concern for, the environment leading to sustainable development.

Geography will help create informed and active citizens by helping learners develop a greater understanding of the human and physical processes which have an impact on their environment. Learners will develop skills which are transferable to other areas of study and which they will use in everyday life.

In S1 pupils complete two units of work, map work and weather and climate.

In S2 pupils complete a further two units of work developed / developing world and Earth forces (Volcanoes, earthquakes and tsunamis).

Geography Units and Courses are offered from SCQF level 3 to 6 in S4 pupils will have the opportunity to work at National 4 or National 5 level Geography. In S5/S6 pupils have the opportunity to study Nat 5 or Higher Geography where they will study the following units of work:

1. Physical Environment
2. Human Environment
3. Global Issues

Geography also offers:

Travel and Tourism

The National 4 and 5 Skills for Work: Travel and Tourism Course are introductory qualifications in travel and tourism. These courses develop the skills, knowledge and attitudes, needed for work in the travel and tourism industry.

Learners will develop:

• skills to become effective job-seekers and employees
• skills to deal effectively with all aspects of customer care and customer service in travel and tourism
• the product knowledge and skills to deal effectively with customer enquiries in relation to travel and tourism in Scotland, the rest of the United Kingdom and worldwide