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Level 2 Social Studies

Level 2

Course Code: 2ZSOC
Who can I talk to: Mrs Karauria

Through this course you will be challenged to think critically about social issues, to analyse complex situations and find ways of explaining them. You will learn to recognise your own values and the values of others. In Senior Social Studies you will explore how values affect the ways in which people respond to issues and make use of opportunities. You will investigate how you can contribute to society by taking effective social action. You will also develop your writing skills and be able to make statements that are well supported by evidence.

Course Information

What Knowledge Will I Develop?

Throughout this course you will investigate a range of contemporary socials issues that affect different groups in society - there is a high degree of student choice in the topics studied, previous years have explored issues such as racism, gun violence, pro-life vs pro-choice, climate change, cannabis law reform, animal rights and indigenious rights.
The issues explored are designed to question your moral stance and personal values as well as evaluate the views of others. The conducting of research is key to the completion of this course as is your personal participation in a social action.

How Will The Course Contribute To My Qualification?

Code Title Credits Internal External Core Optional L1 Literacy L1 Numeracy UE Reading UE Writing Date
Code 91283 Title Describe a social action that enables communities and/or nations to meet responsibilities and exercise rights Credits 4 Internal y External Core y Optional L1 Literacy y L1 Numeracy UE Reading UE Writing Date 02-04-2021
Code 91279 Title Demonstrate an understanding of conflict arising from different cultural beliefs and ideas. Credits 4 Internal External y Core Optional y L1 Literacy y L1 Numeracy UE Reading UE Writing Date 15-11-2021
Code 91282 Title Describe personal involvement in a social action related to rights and responsibilities Credits 5 Internal y External Core y Optional L1 Literacy y L1 Numeracy UE Reading UE Writing Date 27-09-2021
Code 91280 Title Conduct a reflective social inquiry Credits 5 Internal y External Core y Optional L1 Literacy L1 Numeracy UE Reading UE Writing Date 14-06-2021
Code 91283 Title Describe a social action that enables communities and/or nations to meet responsibilities and exercise rights Credits 4 Internal y External Core y Optional L1 Literacy y L1 Numeracy UE Reading UE Writing Date 02-04-2021
Credits: 18
Does this course provide a pathway to University Entrance? Yes

Entry Requirements

12 credits in a Social Science subject or with HOD approval.

Course Related Costs

No course costs for students.

Companion Subjects

History, Classical Studies, Legal Studies, English, Health

Subject Combination Notes

Not applicable

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