Place and liveability excursion
Geography
This program can cater up to 8 classes, with advanced notice.
During this excursion, Stage 4 students will explore the Shepherd's Bay urban precinct and picturesque Parramatta River foreshore in the City of Ryde investigating the factors which influence liveability for the people that live there.
The study site provides students with a pertinent Sydney-based study of a dynamic and future-focussed urban place.
Students will use geographic tools to measure, assess and rank the liveability of the study site. A walking survey will be conducted examining the features of the built and natural environment that support and enhance community wellbeing, as well as community demographics and social activity.
Conducting a case study on the influence of the Parramatta River on liveability and wellbeing, students will also engage in first-hand physical testing of environmental quality using a range of specialised fieldwork equipment and techniques to collect quantitative and qualitative data.
Students will use their acquired data to consider how liveability has been planned for and can be improved, whilst recognising varied perceptions of liveability.
The study is suitable as an authentic foundation for the Stage 4 Place and Liveability unit, or as an opportunity for students to apply knowledge and practise their fieldwork skills.
Locations
Shepherd's Bay Urban Precinct, Meadowbank
