Geography stage II courses

There are now prerequisites for some Stage II Geography courses, however if your course does not have a formal prerequisite, you should note the information listed under Preparation for each course description. In most cases, students should complete an appropriate Stage I course first. If you have any doubt about your ability to take one of these courses please contact the coordinator.

Other important considerations in your selection include:

Geography majors must complete GEOG 250

• If you plan to take Stage III Geography courses in the future you should note  prerequisites or the advice on appropriate preparation for these courses. Stage III geography courses build upon Stage II courses.

Students with an interest in marine science are encouraged to take Marine 202: Principles of Marine Science.

If you have any queries about these courses contact the course coordinator or consult:

Mel Wall
Room HSB 671
Phone: +64 9 373 7599 ext 87949
Email: m.wall@auckland.ac.nz

Selected topics in climatology, hydrology, fluvial and coastal geomorphology, and environmental change. The course focuses on near-surface processes in the physical environment, explored using a range of conceptual approaches and research methods.

This course is taught in: Second Semester, City Campus (S2 C)

Coordinator: Mark Dickson
Format: three 1 hour lectures and one 1 hour laboratory per week, plus two compulsory day field trips will be held on a Friday and Saturday during the semester
Points: 15
Assessment: 40% coursework (test 10%, assignment 10%, labs 20%), 60% final examination
Preparation:  GEOG 101 or equivalent
Timetable S2 C: Check SSO

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A critical examination of the geographic processes and consequences in contemporary society. Topics are selected from the instructors’ research interests, which include: the transformation of urban places and spaces; the forms and location of industries and retailing; social geographies of the city; New Zealand’s linkages with the global economy and society; urban historical geographies; and demographic and social changes in New Zealand and the Pacific region. The course is developed around the core themes of production, consumption and identity as important foci for the examination of society.

This course is taught in: First Semester, City Campus (S1 C)

Coordinator: Nick Lewis
Format: three 1 hour lectures, plus 2-hour lab eac week
Points: 15
Assessment: 40% coursework (test 15%, five exercises 5%) each, 60% final examination
Preparation: no formal prerequisites but a knowledge equivalent to GEOG 102 is assumed
Timetable S1 C: Check SSO

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This course provides a foundation for understanding the complex mix of human and biophysical factors that must be considered by those involved in environmental management. Key concepts are introduced, and a variety of contemporary case studies explored to illustrate how environmental management decisions are made in practice. This course is offered in summer school (SS C) and second semester (S2 C), and is a requirement for the Environmental Science specialisation.

This course is taught in: Summer School, City Campus (SS C); Second Semester, City Campus (S2 C)

Coordinator SS: Vicky Walters
Coordinator S2: Karen Fisher
Format SS: three 2 hour lectures per week
Format S2: three 1 hour lectures per week, plus five 1 hour labs throughout the semester
Points: 15
Assessment: 40% coursework (two essays worth 20% each), 60% final examination
Timetable SS C: Check SSO
Timetable S2 C: Check SSO

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Note: Please consult the coordinator regarding any timetable issues. Labs will not run in every week of semester

Connections between environment and community in New Zealand are explored on the ground through consideration of topics from among the following themes: biodiversity and vegetation change; land transformation; heritage values; environmental management; Maori resource management; coastal and fluvial geomorphology; regional economics; community development and planning; tourism development and government policy. The course involves a one week field trip. Course limited to 60 students.

This course is taught in: Summer School, City Campus (SS C)

Coordinator: Nick Lewis
Format: two and a half days of lectures on 12, 13 and 26 January, plus a five day field trip (Mon to Fri) departing Monday 16 January; a fee to cover food costs may be charged
Points: 15
Assessment: 60% coursework (essay 30%, field exercises 30%), 40% final examination
Preparation: no prerequisites

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An introduction to the conceptual base of Geographic Information Science, the practical use of geo-spatial data and various societal issues related to the use of Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems. The course exercises cover a range of application of GIS for analysis and display of spatial data, focusing on non-programmable solutions.

This course is taught in: Second Semester, City Campus (S2 C)

Coordinator: TBA
Format: three 1 hour lectures and one 2 hour laboratory per week
Points: 15
Assessment: 60% coursework, 40% final examination
Restriction: GEOG 208, GEOG 318
Preparation: no prerequisites
Timetable S2 C: Check SSO

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A critical exploration of the research experience in geography. Case studies and field work demonstrate approaches to understanding the complex interactions of social and environmental processes. Students will develop practical skills in problem identification, research methodologies, ethics and analytical practices.

This course is taught in: First Semester, City Campus (S1 C)

Coordinator: Joe Fagan
Format: one 2 hour lecture and one 1 hour lecture per week, plus one 2 hour laboratory per week; there will also be a one day field trip on either a Friday or Saturday early in the Semester (30 or 31 March)
Points: 15
Assessment: 100% coursework
Preparation: No prerequisites
Timetable S1 C: Check SSO

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