Singapore · MOE Syllabus Outcomes
JC 2 Geography
This curriculum explores the complex interactions between physical environments and human systems through the lens of sustainability. Students analyze tropical landscapes, climate change, and global economic shifts to develop a deep understanding of contemporary geographical challenges.
01Tropical Environments and Hydrological Systems
An investigation into the geomorphological processes and drainage basin dynamics specific to the humid and seasonal tropics.
An overview of major global climate zones, focusing on temperature and precipitation patterns.
Exploring how local factors like landforms and proximity to water bodies influence daily weather.
Examining the movement of water through the drainage basin system and its key components.
Understanding the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth.
Introduction to different rock types and how they break down to form soil.
Exploring how moving water shapes the Earth's surface through erosion and deposition.
An introduction to the formation and characteristics of major landforms like mountains, plains, and plateaus.
Understanding different types of natural vegetation and the concept of an ecosystem.
02Climate Change and Global Environmental Governance
Exploring the science of climate change, its multi-scalar impacts, and the effectiveness of international management strategies.
Reviewing the greenhouse effect and the historical evidence for anthropogenic global warming.
Examining observable changes in the environment that indicate a changing climate.
Exploring natural and human causes contributing to global climate change.
Analyzing the consequences of rising temperatures on sea levels and coastal environments.
Examining the effects of climate change on ecosystems, species distribution, and biodiversity loss.
Analyzing the consequences of climate change on global food, water, and human health systems.
Evaluating the effectiveness of international agreements (e.g., Paris Agreement) in addressing climate change.
Introduction to different types of renewable energy and their benefits for the environment.
Examining local and regional adaptation strategies to cope with climate change impacts.
Discussing individual and community actions to mitigate and adapt to climate change.
03Global Economy and the New International Division of Labour
Analyzing the spatial patterns of economic activities and the role of transnational corporations in the global economy.
Understanding how countries trade goods and services, leading to global interconnectedness.
Exploring how global connections influence the products we use and the culture we experience.
Introduction to the concept of development and why countries have different levels of wealth and progress.
Exploring common challenges faced by developing countries, such as poverty and lack of resources.
Tracing the journey of everyday products from their origin to the consumer.
04Urban Change and Sustainable Development
Studying the growth of cities, urban challenges, and the strategies for creating liveable urban environments.
Analyzing the drivers and consequences of rapid urban population growth in developing regions.
Examining the implications of rapid urbanization for infrastructure, informal settlements, and resource management.
Introduction to how cities are planned to be good places to live, work, and play.
Exploring the benefits of parks, gardens, and other green areas in urban environments.
Understanding how residents can contribute to making their neighborhoods better places.
Exploring issues of housing affordability, informal settlements, and homelessness in cities.
Examining how different groups of people in cities access essential services like schools and healthcare.
Exploring how public spaces can be designed to be welcoming and useful for everyone.
05Political Geography and State Sovereignty
Investigating the spatialities of power, territory, and the role of the state in a globalized world.
Understanding what a country is and the role of borders in defining its territory.
Exploring how countries cooperate on global issues like environmental protection and disaster relief.
Understanding how countries share and manage water resources that cross borders.
Introduction to different energy sources and their distribution across the globe.
Exploring how countries manage their natural resources for economic growth and sustainability.
Exploring reasons for conflicts between groups or countries and ways to achieve peace.
Understanding why people move from one place to another, both within and between countries.
Exploring ways individuals and organizations work to build peace and understanding in the world.
06Geographical Investigations and Skills
Developing mastery in fieldwork, data interpretation, and the application of geographical information systems.
Planning and designing primary data collection in physical and human environments.
Understanding and applying ethical guidelines when conducting field research in human environments.
Learning simple methods to collect geographical data, such as surveys and observations.
Learning to use basic graphs and charts to display and understand geographical data.
Using cartographic techniques and data visualization to represent geographical trends.
Developing skills in reading and interpreting different types of maps and using an atlas.
Exploring how digital maps and GPS are used for navigation and understanding places.
Introduction to satellite images and how they help us see and study the Earth from above.