This certificate encompasses aspects of physical, human, and environmental geography. It introduces current approaches to geographical thinking, spatial analysis, and interpreting the built and natural environment as well as underlying processes. The programme is built around the concepts of sustainable development and natural resources management in small-island developing states (SIDS), and fuses the Caribbean region to the wider global context on key issues such as climate change, natural hazards, economic development, and social justice. Topics and coursework apply relevant and transferable knowledge and skills to the benefit of society and the world of work.
By providing a good foundation in geographical theory and techniques the programme paves the path for anyone interested in portfolios or careers related to the impacts of humans on the natural and built environment, as well as the environmental impacts on people and places.
Courses are delivered in the evening, catering to working persons. Successful candidates qualify to matriculate into the Degree of Geography and/or Environmental and Natural Resource Management.
CSEC Minimum passes: 5
CSEC Mandatory: English Language, Mathematics
CAPE Minimum passes: 0
Alternative Qualifications:
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Any 2 CAPE subjects
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5 years relevant work experience -
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any other qualification deemed acceptable by the FFA.
Career Opportunities: Candidates who aim to work in sustainable development, environmental management, and geographical education would benefit from this programme.