Singapore · MOE Syllabus Outcomes
Secondary 3 Geography
This course explores the dynamic relationship between human societies and the physical environment through the lens of sustainability and resilience. Students analyze geographical patterns, investigate global issues like climate change and food security, and develop spatial thinking skills to propose solutions for a changing world.
Living with Tectonic Hazards
An investigation into the internal forces of the Earth that result in earthquakes and volcanic eruptions. Students examine how these natural hazards impact human settlements and how societies adapt to minimize risk.
Exploring the internal structure of the Earth and the mechanisms driving lithospheric plate movements.
Analyzing the formation of different volcano types and the dual nature of volcanic eruptions as both destructive forces and providers of resources.
Evaluating the causes of earthquakes and the effectiveness of various strategies used to mitigate their impact on urban environments.
Variable Weather and Changing Climate
A study of atmospheric processes, the distinction between weather and climate, and the urgent geographical challenge of anthropogenic climate change.
Examining the characteristics of tropical climates and the factors influencing temperature and rainfall patterns in equatorial regions.
Investigating the greenhouse effect and the human activities that contribute to the rising global mean temperature.
Assessing the global consequences of climate change and the local measures taken to adapt to rising sea levels and extreme weather.
Global Tourism: Trends and Challenges
Analyzing the growth of the global tourism industry, its socio-economic impacts, and the necessity for sustainable tourism management.
Tracing the factors that have led to the rapid expansion of international travel and the emergence of diverse tourism types.
Evaluating the positive and negative effects of tourism on the physical environment and local cultures.
Exploring strategies to balance economic gains from tourism with environmental conservation and social equity.
Food Resources: Production and Security
A geographical study of how food is produced, distributed, and the challenges involved in ensuring everyone has access to sufficient nutrition.
Investigating the physical and human factors that determine the success of agricultural systems worldwide.
Analyzing the patterns of food consumption and the reasons behind the widening gap between the food-rich and food-poor.
Examining the threats to food security, including climate change, pests, and political instability.
Health and Diseases
An exploration of the geographical spread of diseases and the factors that influence the health of populations in different parts of the world.
Distinguishing between infectious and degenerative diseases and mapping their global distribution patterns.
Analyzing how globalization facilitates the rapid spread of diseases and the strategies used to contain outbreaks.
Investigating the disparities in healthcare provision and the barriers people face in accessing medical services.
Geographical Skills and Investigations
Equipping students with the tools and techniques required to conduct field investigations and analyze geographical data effectively.
Mastering the use of topographic maps, symbols, and scale to understand spatial relationships and terrain.
Learning how to design an inquiry, use field equipment, and collect primary data through observations and surveys.
Developing the skills to present geographical findings through various charts, graphs, and written reports.