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Geography

These subjects explore the ways in which humans live and communicate in the world. Human life is examined by looking at our past, our present and into our future. These subjects help people to express themselves clearly and develop their reasoning ability. 

Brief Description:
In Geography you will study about places, people and what shapes the environment. You will learn how the environment influences people, and how they change the environment. You will develop your ability to draw and understand maps, graphs and diagrams, as well as studying photographs and collecting information outside the classroom through fieldwork.


How will Geography be useful to me?
Everybody uses geography in their daily lives. When you think of where to go on holiday or wonder what tomorrow’s weather will be like, you are thinking geography. When you look at an atlas map, or a town plan, or a weather map, you use what we learn in Geography. Geography prepares you for careers in town planning, outdoor pursuits education, weather forecasting, tourism and transport. Geography keeps you informed of topics which arise in conversation, current affairs, newspaper reports, and on TV, such as climate change, renewable energy and aid to poorer nations.


Course Outline
View / Download Geography Factsheet [pdf file] 
View / Download full curriculum [pdf file] 

Portumna Community School, St. Brigid's Road, Portumna, Co. Galway H53 N403
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      • Acceptable Use Policy
      • Board of Management
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      • VACANCIES & Application Forms
  • Curriculum
    • Junior Cycle >
      • Art
      • Business Studies
      • CSPE
      • English
      • French
      • Geography
      • History
      • Home Economics >
        • Metalwork
      • JC Gaeilge
      • Materials Technology - Wood
      • Maths
      • Music
      • Religious Education
      • Science
      • Technical Graphics
    • Senior Cycle >
      • Agricultural Science
      • Art
      • Biology
      • Business Studies
      • Chemistry
      • Construction Studies
      • Design and Communication Graphics
      • English
      • Engineering
      • Enterprise Education
      • French
      • Gaeilge
      • Geography
      • Home Economics
      • Maths
      • Music
      • Physics
  • Parents
    • Characteristic Spirit and General School Objectives
    • Return to School COVID 19 Protocols
    • Book Rental Scheme & Current Book Lists
    • Information for Parents
    • Parents Association
    • Guidance at Portumna Community School
    • Counselling
    • Chaplain
  • Sports & Extra Curricular
  • Student Voice
    • Ty Telegraph
    • Prefects
    • TY European Studies
  • Remote learning and Teaching Guidelines Jan. 2021
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