Geography
Geography isn't just about memorizing facts - it equips you with valuable skills like mapwork, which can be challenging but rewarding to master. As you explore human and physical environments, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the world around you. If you're up for the challenge and enjoy learning, Geography is a great choice!
The final NSC Geography examination consists of short and long questions. It assesses your understanding of various topics as well as your application of your mapwork knowledge.
Grade 12 Geography Content:
- 1.1 Microclimates - Valley & Urban
- 1.2 Mid-Latitude Cyclones
- 1.3 Subtropical Anticyclones & RSA Weather
- 1.4 Synoptic Weather Maps
- 1.5 Tropical Cyclones
- 2.1 Economy Structure & Concepts
- 2.2 Industrial Development Strategies - IDZ & SDI
- 2.3 Informal Sector Economy
- 2.4 Primary Sector - Agriculture & Mining
- 2.5 Secondary and Tertiary Sectors
- 3.1 Catchment and River Management
- 3.2 Drainage Systems in South Africa
- 3.3 Fluvial Processes
- 4.1 Mapwork
- 5.1 Rural Settlements and Issues
- 5.2 Urban Settlement Patterns and Issues
The Exam
You will undertake two NSC Geography exam papers that are written on separate days and worth 150 marks each. Each paper has a theory and a mapwork section and lasts three hours.
- Paper 1 examines the following topics: climate and weather and geomorphology, mapwork.
- Paper 2 examines the following topics: settlement and economic geography and mapwork.
Future Careers in Geography with a Matric Certificate
With your matric certificate, you can choose from these courses at a tertiary institution: Earth Sciences, Geographical and Archaeological Studies, Geospatial Science, Geography and Environmental Management.
Download the NSC Examination Guidelines
Download the Grade 12 Geography Curriculum