Year 11 Geography Excursion - Place & Cultural Change

This program supports 'Study 3: Place and cultural change' for the topic 'People, patterns and process'. This excursion leads students through an investigative case study of place and cultural change in a vibrant multicultural and modern suburb in inner Sydney - Marrickville.

Students are introduced to the cultural identity of Marrickville by engaging in sensory and discovery fieldwork. Secondary sources will then be used to demonstrate how Marrickville has changed over time.

Enhanced by specialised instruments, students will conduct a comprehensive survey of the cultural characteristics of Marrickville. Students will use this data to examine how immigration and gentrification have influenced the cultural identity of Marrickville, as well as how wellbeing has been enhanced as part of the cultural landscape. By engaging on their own food tour, students are encouraged to immerse themselves in the culture of Marrickville first-hand over lunch. The investigation concludes by engaging with community members regarding their perceptions of culture and change.

Cost:  $26.00

Venue:  EEC Field of Mars

Transport:  Students will be catching the train to and from the venue. Students require a Child/Youth Opal card. (not the School Opal card) They will be accompanied by a staff member. On the return journey, students will have the option to travel back on the train accompanied by a staff member or be dismissed from Marrickville station

Dress Code:  Appropriate casual clothing including a hat.

Food:  Food is available for purchase or students can bring their own.

Students are to Bring:  A clipboard. A pen or pencil and a notebook. A small backpack. Suncream. Mobile phone - a fully charged mobile phone in case of early/late finished or emergencies. Opal Card - a valid Personal (not school) Opal Card preloaded with a minimum of $10 credit.