GEO SCIENCE EDUCATION IN MALAWI: THE CASE OF GEOGRAPHY IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS

Malawi has an 8-4-4- education system consisting of primary school, secondary school and university education. Geo science is a broad discipline that is introduced at primary, and continues to be taught at secondary and tertiary education in Malawi. Geo Science concepts in Malawi are found in subjects such as Geography, Agriculture, History and Biology. Quite often, advanced core concepts of geo science including Physical, Human, Economic, Geology, astronomy and Social and Environmental aspects are covered in Geography. In this abstract, Geography is used synonymously with Geo science. Geoscience education in Malawi, widespread and combined approach should be analyzed if the whole system is to make sense and make Geography the honor it deserves