"THE PERFECT GEOGRAPHER"
Because you only get one chance to make a first impression...
The diagram above was drawn by a Key Stage 3 student, who was responding to a task to draw the
perfect geographer.
Aims
This activity will help to identify and draw out the skills that a geographer will hopefully have by
the time they finish school which will be helpful in the job market. This would also include some of
the knowledge that they could be expected to have to help with an understanding of the world,
and the decisions that need to be made about appropriate careers which might have longevity and
be more fulfilling.
www.geography.org.uk/resources/careers
The Activity
This is a GROUP activity.
Set the context by showing the image and explain how it came about.
Instructions to students:
With your group, identify the particular skills that you think will help you get a job, and make them
stand out from all the other candidates.
What do you think makes the difference when it comes to applying for a job?
What do you think makes the difference in the interview process?
Brainstorm these and produce a diagram on an A3 piece of paper.
The final task is to reproduce a similar diagram to the original stimulus image, but which describes
the perfect job candidate.
What skills will they have?
Suggested skills might include the following: (These are of course geographical skills)
Communication
Organisation
Critical thinking
Research skills
Critical analysis
Presentation
Ability to work under pressure
Self-management
Interpersonal skills
Confidence
Willingness to learn
Teamwork
Statutory Guidance for Impartial Careers Education
This activity will contribute to the following learning outcomes:
2. 3 understand the skills and the qualifications that they need to pursue their ambitions
6.1 understand the relevance to their future lives of each part of the curriculum
6.6 understand and demonstrate the main qualities, attitudes and skills needed to enter, and
succeed in, working life and independent living
www.geography.org.uk/resources/careers