Oceania

Oceania Place Studies

In KS3 Geography, studying Oceania provides a unique opportunity to examine a large and diverse part of the world that includes physical geography, human geography, economic activities, urbanisation, challenges and policies and initiatives. Through each area of studies, students can get to know about the diverse landscapes like islands, coral reefs, volcanoes, and unique ecosystems like the Great Barrier Reef. Human geography covers issues like population distribution, indigenous cultures, and migration patterns. Economic activities explore sectors like agriculture, the importance of tourism, mining, trade relations, and how these industries shape economies in Oceania. Students also get to examine the growth of cities and development patterns in select countries. Finally, students get to know about policies and initiatives in the region in attempts to protect the environment and support sustainable development in the face of challenges like climate change, rising sea levels, and resource management.

This KS3 Oceania Place Studies module will enable students to:​

• Describe Oceania’s physical geography, climate, landforms, and natural features.
• Describe Oceania’s human geography, its people, their origins and cultures.
• Get to know Australia’s physical geography, landscapes, natural features, and ecosystems.
• Understand how Australia’s physical and human geographies are similar and distinct from other Oceanic countries.
• Understand Australia’s relationship with the other Oceanic countries.